Finding the Balance Between AI Automation and Human Touch
Retailers are rapidly adopting AI, but finding the right balance between automation and human oversight is key to optimizing operations and building trust.
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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Omnichannel Retail Reinvented: Storytelling, Sustainability & Smart Tech
Day 2 of Retail Innovation Week highlighted how impact storytelling, sustainable design, and data-driven innovation are reshaping omnichannel retail success.
How Veho’s Alexia McLaughlin is Redefining Sales in Supply Chain
From Oracle to Veho, Alexia McLaughlin’s journey shows how grit, mentorship and smart risks can accelerate careers for women in supply chain and tech.
RFID in Retail: Challenges, Costs, and What Brands Must Consider Before Adoption
Learn the real-world challenges retailers face with RFID implementation, from high costs and system integration to privacy concerns, and how to navigate them for long-term success.
Walmart Unveils AI Vision for Future Online Shopping
Walmart is reimagining the digital shopping journey with AI-powered tools, aiming to deliver more personalized, simplified experiences that empower customer choice.
Sam’s Club Revamps App with Global Fulfillment and Ad Upgrades
Sam’s Club’s redesigned app introduces a global intent center and enhanced retail media features, improving fulfillment flexibility and boosting product discoverability.
Walmart Expands Next-Day Delivery for Marketplace Sellers
Walmart is bringing third-party sellers into its high-speed delivery network, accelerating fulfillment through WFS in key U.S. cities to compete with Amazon.
Promotional Product Firms Race Tariff Deadline
With tariffs looming and only a few days left, companies in the promotional products industry are fast-tracking branded inventory and pausing new shipments to avoid major cost spikes.
How to Build a Resilient Supply Chain in 2025
From cybersecurity to sustainability, supply chain resilience now demands agility, proactive risk planning, and trusted digital partnerships.
Agentic Commerce Meets Kidult Culture in 2025 Retail
Agentic commerce and the kidult economy are converging forces transforming retail in 2025, requiring new data strategies, merchandising models, and marketing mindsets.
AI Training Now Essential for Digital Marketers in Singapore
AI training is becoming a must-have for digital marketers in Singapore, with WSQ courses offering localized, hands-on learning that meets rising employer demand.
Retail Earnings in Focus: What Reports Signal for U.S. Economy
Upcoming earnings from retailers like FedEx and General Mills will provide insight into consumer demand, inflationary pressures, and margin resilience across the U.S. economy.
Remote Work Tech Demand Grows as U.S. Hybrid Models Expand
Active noise-cancelling headphones, wireless devices, and home-office setups are fueling retail demand as U.S. professionals settle into hybrid work routines.
Logistics Tech Expands as Trailer Tracking Gains Ground in U.S.
From GPS breadcrumb tracking to cargo sensors, new trailer technologies are helping U.S. businesses cut waste, improve visibility, and right-size their fleets.
Store Closures Surge in U.S. Malls as Value Chains Expand
As U.S. malls struggle with closures, value and discount retailers continue to expand, reshaping regional retail landscapes and leaving some communities more vulnerable than others.
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Rebounds as Inflation Eases, Retail Shifts
Rising consumer sentiment and easing inflation are shaping U.S. retail strategies, with retailers balancing promotions, pricing, and inventory to meet evolving shopper confidence.