Joann Stores Names Chief Information Officer
Varadheesh Chennakrishnan has joined Joann Stores as its chief information officer.
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Kroger Picks Groveland For Customer Fulfillment Center
As part of an initiative to build new ways to serve customers, Kroger and its United Kingdom-based e-commerce partner Ocado have selected Groveland, FL, as their second customer fulfillment center location they are developing.
Kroger Launches Autonomous Delivery Service In Houston
Kroger and Nuro have launched their autonomous grocery delivery service in Houston. The service will be available through two Houston Kroger stores, reaching customers residing in four local zip codes.
Bed Bath & Beyond Extends CommerceHub Partnership
CommerceHub, Inc., a distributed commerce network for retailers and brands, said it has recently signed an exclusive, multi-year extension to its agreement with Bed Bath & Beyond.
Wüsthof-USA Teams With Oris To Sharpen Pricing Policies
Wüsthof-USA is utilizing Oris Intelligence software in an effort to control MAP pricing violations. Oris Intelligence is a cloud-based platform provider of actionable insights that preserve pricing integrity for manufacturers.
Walmart Acquires Startup Aspectiva
Walmart has acquired Aspectiva, an Israeli-based startup, for an undisclosed sum. As part of the acquisition, Aspectiva will be joining Walmart’s Store No. 8, the incubation arm launched by the retailer.
Albertsons Partners With Microsoft To Enhance Customer Experience
Albertsons is using cloud solutions from Microsoft Corp., including Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, to provide customers and employees new experiences.
Pier 1 Imports Appoints Wills Chief Information Officer
Pier 1 Imports has appointed Lance Wills as evp/chief information officer, effective immediately.
Kroger’s Chief Information Officer To Retire
Kroger has revealed its technology leadership succession plans after its chief information officer plans to retire.
Stop & Shop To Test Grocery Delivery Vehicles
Stop & Shop will launch driverless grocery vehicles in the greater Boston area beginning in spring 2019.
Walgreens, Microsoft Establish Strategic Partnership
Walgreens Boots Alliance and Microsoft Corp. have joined forces to develop new health care delivery models, technology and retail innovations to advance and improve the future of health care, the companies said.
Walmart Tests Autonomous Van Delivery
As it pursues fresh opportunities in food, Walmart revealed that it is conducting a test of a custom autonomous van delivery of groceries.
Ahold Delhaize Appoints Siddiqi Chief Digital Officer
Ahold Delhaize has appointed Farhan Siddiqi as chief digital officer and member of the executive committee, effective January 28.
Lowe’s To Boost Workforce
Lowe’s plans to hire more than 65,000 associates this year to improve customer service and product availability. The move is said to support the growth strategy recently announced by the company’s leadership.
Kroger, Microsoft Partner On ‘Smart’ Shopping Technology
Kroger and Microsoft are partnering on the development of a new pilot program that is being touted by both companies as a connected store experience.
Survey: Consumers Want Practical, Efficient Smart Home Products
As smart home products continue to gain shelf space at retail, consumers are looking for items that are practical and provide efficient solutions for completing chores around the home, a recent survey by Whirlpool Corporation found.
Rite Aid Names Mennen Chief Information Officer
Rite Aid has named Justin Mennen svp/chief information officer.
Office Depot Offers Google, Nest Smart Home Device Services
Office Depot is now a certified installation partner for Google and Nest smart home devices. Through the new service, customers can not only buy their Google Home Minis and Nest cameras, thermostats and more from Office Depot, they can also have them installed and connected to their other smart home devices as well.
Twin Star Enhances Website Presentation With Virtual Reality
Twin Star Home has introduced virtual reality content to its website twinstarhome.com to boost its online consumer engagement.
Best Buy Readies December Doorbuster Promotion
Starting this Saturday, December 1, Best Buy is kicking off its “20 Days of Doorbusters” promotion.