FedEx MD‑11 Grounding Strains Peak Season Air Cargo
FedEx warns the MD‑11 cargo aircraft grounding will elevate logistics costs and strain capacity during the 2025 holiday peak shipping season, forcing contingency strategies and network adjustments.
AI Reshapes Retail Hiring: Entry‑Level Jobs Need New Skills
AI’s integration into retail is transforming entry‑level job requirements, making AI‑related skills and training key for new hires in 2025’s evolving job market.
Jobs Report Shows Weak Gains, Rising Unemployment
The long‑awaited U.S. jobs report showed weak overall employment growth and a rising unemployment rate, reflecting slowing labor market momentum amid economic uncertainty.
Macy’s Flagship in Chicago Shows Turnaround Progress
Macy’s Chicago flagship on State Street is showing noticeable turnaround progress with enhanced merchandising, customer service, and visual presentation.
What No One Tells You About Starting a Startup
Discover the lesser-known truths of starting a startup, from emotional isolation and constant selling to the importance of execution and managing cash flow.
Walmart Adds Performance-Based Raises, Expands Logistics Network
Walmart is rolling out performance-based raises for frontline associates and investing in advanced distribution centers to support operational growth.
Doug McMillon Reflects on Career as Walmart CEO Retirement Nears
After four decades at Walmart, CEO Doug McMillon plans to retire in January 2026 and has said he’s looking forward to a “blank calendar” before pursuing future business and philanthropic interests.
Industry Dive Event to Analyze 2025 Holiday Retail Trends
A January 2026 virtual event from Industry Dive will review 2025 holiday season trends and explore how they may shape retail and logistics strategies in 2026.
UNFI Boosts Supply Chain Performance with Lean Daily Management
UNFI’s expanded lean daily management rollout has improved throughput, on‑time deliveries and reduced shrink across its distribution centers, reinforcing its supply chain performance goals.
Walmart’s 2025 Logistics Push: Faster Delivery Through Tech and Networks
In 2025, Walmart boosted delivery performance through drones, store‑fulfilled orders, network upgrades, and automation to meet rising customer demand for speed and convenience.
3D Printing Reshapes Walmart Stores Nationwide
Walmart expands its 3D printing construction strategy with a nationwide rollout of 3D‑printed building projects to accelerate and modernize store expansions.
J&J Snack Foods Shutters Plants Under “Project Apollo” Restructuring
J&J Snack Foods is closing three plants and optimizing distribution under Project Apollo to boost efficiency and target $20M in run‑rate savings by 2026.
Kraft Heinz Taps Steve Cahillane as CEO for 2026
Kraft Heinz has appointed Steve Cahillane, former Kellanova CEO, to lead the company as it prepares to split into two independent firms starting January 1, 2026.
Align Leadership and Talent Strategy for Better Execution
Learn how companies can build stronger teams by aligning leadership, culture, and execution—drawing from Walmart leadership principles and real-world hiring strategies.
Paramount Launches $108B Hostile Warner Bros Bid
Paramount Skydance has made a $108.4 billion hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, challenging Netflix’s deal and setting up one of the year’s biggest media acquisition battles.
Ep. 130 - Hire Better, Execute Smarter
Learn how great leaders turn mission values and talent strategy into daily execution that wins with customers. Drawing from The Walmart Way this episode shares practical lessons on hiring building benches rewarding ownership and leading teams with clarity and care.