AI Agents Are Shopping for Us Now: Is Your Brand Ready?
AI agents are now browsing and buying for shoppers—brands must optimize data, build trust, and adapt to generative search or risk falling off the digital shelf.
Staff Report
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.
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Nike Considers Selling Converse as Sales Slip
Nike could be evaluating a sale of Converse after notable revenue declines and a sharp drop in demand creation signal deeper challenges for the iconic sneaker brand.
Selena Gomez Brings Rare Beauty to Ulta Stores and Online
Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty expands into Ulta Beauty stores and online in February 2026 with exclusive product kits and a new charitable campaign.
Jim Beam Pauses Kentucky Bourbon Production in 2026
Jim Beam will pause distillation at its main Kentucky distillery in 2026 amid softer demand and rising inventories, while bottling, warehousing and visitor services continue.
How Tariffs, Strikes and Tragedies Redefined Global Supply Chains in 2025
Explore how 2025 reshaped global supply chains through tariffs, labor strikes and unexpected disruptions — and what it means for resilience in 2026.
Amazon Boosts Rural Delivery with Oklahoma Last‑Mile Station
Amazon expands rural delivery infrastructure with a new Oklahoma last‑mile station to improve shipping speeds and support economic growth.
Why Retailers Can’t Ignore Supply Chain Inefficiencies
Omnichannel retailers face rising costs and missed sales without real-time, AI-driven supply chain solutions. Learn how to adapt and stay competitive.
U.S. Manufacturing Activity Falls to Lowest Point in 2025 Amid Weak Demand and Tariffs
U.S. manufacturing activity dropped to its lowest level of 2025 as weak demand and tariff uncertainties continued to drag on production and business sentiment.
The Creator is the New Digital Shelf: Rethinking Retail Influence
Creator-led video content is now a critical driver of ecommerce sales, transforming how brands plan, fund, and measure retail growth.
From Barbie to McDonald's: Brands That Win with Nostalgia
From Barbie to billboards, nostalgia and traditional media still deliver emotional ROI—if brands use them authentically.
Amazon Marketplace 2026: From Side Hustle to Scalable Retail Engine
Amazon in 2026 rewards operational excellence, not stunts—top sellers are building scalable retail ecosystems, not chasing hot products.
Live Shopping in 2025: Where Story, Tech, and Conversion Meet
Live shopping is surging, but U.S. brands must reduce friction and elevate storytelling to unlock its full potential in 2025.
The Hidden Cost of EDI Chaos in Omnichannel Retail
Outdated EDI systems are quietly hindering retail growth—Orderful shows how to modernize fast and scale omnichannel with confidence.
AI That Works: How Slalom Turns Hype into Retail Results
Slalom reveals how generative AI drives real retail results by embedding intelligence into workflows and prioritizing trust, governance, and people.
Why Talent Development Is the Hidden Engine of Retail Innovation
Retail’s future depends not just on AI, but on building the people who can bring innovation to life.
Shrink Is a Systems Problem, Not Just a Security One
Shrink isn’t just theft—it’s a supply chain and data integrity issue retailers must fix from the source.