Global insights on omnichannel retail and commerce from the Doing Business in Bentonville Staff Report Team—expert analysis and trends shaping Bentonville’s role in the future of business.
The omnichannel retail sector continues to attract significant venture funding, with startups blending digital and physical retail strategies. This article explores recent funding rounds, highlighting key players and investment trends shaping the industry in 2026.
Amazon’s Ring has terminated its partnership with police technology firm Flock Safety following controversy over a Super Bowl ad and rising scrutiny of law enforcement tech collaborations.
Taylor Swift has formally asked the U.S. government to block a bedding company’s application to register the trademark “Swift Home,” saying it could mislead consumers about her endorsement.
Kroger appoints former Walmart U.S. CEO Greg Foran to lead the grocery retailer’s operational reset and omnichannel retail strategy.
Reebok is leveraging instant digital refunds to accelerate repurchasing behavior, highlighting how refund innovation can boost customer loyalty and retail conversion rates.
Key supplier readiness strategies that help brands succeed within Walmart’s omnichannel retail ecosystem.
Companies are rethinking accounts receivable and digital invoicing as strategic tools to improve customer experience, cash flow and B2B payment efficiency.
Walmart’s 14th annual International Triathlon on Walmart.com highlights global supplier competition, omnichannel growth and cross-border retail innovation.
McDonald’s posts stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue, citing improved traffic and value perception as key drivers.
Retail and restaurant leaders debate whether self-service kiosks, apps and AI in quick-service restaurants are improving efficiency or creating new customer friction.
Retail leaders confront a surge in AI-generated and embellished resumes, raising new challenges for talent acquisition, workforce quality and hiring technology.
A rare bipartisan House vote to overturn Trump’s Canada tariffs signals pressure from business and lawmakers as retail and supply chains in the U.S. and Canada grapple with trade disruptions.
The abrupt El Paso airspace closure tied to anti-drone laser tests exposed coordination failures and caused flight disruptions, cancellations, and broader airline impacts.
Google’s Agentic Commerce and Universal Commerce Protocol introduce AI-driven shopping agents that automate discovery, negotiation, and checkout—reshaping omnichannel retail strategy and digital marketing performance.
How divergent strategies at Hasbro and Mattel are shaping investor outcomes and toy industry competition in 2026.
A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.