How AI, supply chain and checkout are faring so far in 2024As we enter the second half of 2024, it’s worth checking in on a few key retail technology trends. Walmart transforms grocery operations with high-tech fulfillmentWalmart Inc. is building, expanding and retrofitting fulfillment centers with next-gen technology capabilities to enhance its grocery supply chain and maintain its grocery dominance. Import cargo continues to rise — so do supply chain challenges Monthly inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is continuing to rise despite a variety of supply chain challenges, The Vitamin Shoppe enters global distribution partnership A leading specialty health-and-wellness retailer is now offering more than 250 private-label products for online sale worldwide. Hy-Vee adds digital payment options for pickup and delivery orders Hy-Vee Inc. is partnering with a leading digital commerce provider to expand how customers can pay for online pickup and delivery. Amazon reportedly preparing to directly compete with Temu & Shein Amazon is said to have told Chinese brands it will launch a discount storefront featuring their merchandise. Elton John sells wardrobe on eBay for charity A legendary rock 'n' roll icon is teaming up with a major online marketplace to clean out his closet and raise money for AIDS. Hibbett partners with Walmart, Salesforce for online delivery Hibbett customers can now place same- or next-day delivery for thousands of items with fulfillment from local stores. Walgreens standardizing sourcing on enterprise platform Walgreens Boots Alliance is unifying sourcing and order management across its retail brands. Albertsons adds online delivery partner Albertsons Cos. is teaming up with a third-party platform to expand its online delivery offering. First Previous 6 7 8 9 10 Next Last