Amazon Unveils Innovations in Delivery, Robotics and Sustainability
Retail giant Amazon has recently announced a series of advancements across delivery, robotics, AI and sustainability.
Amazon To Deploy AI Package Retrieval Tech on 1,000 Electric Vans
Amazon is set to deploy a new AI-powered solution, Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR), on 1,000 electric delivery vans by early 2025
Shein UK Makes £1.55bn Revenue in 2023 as London IPO Nears
Shein Distribution UK has reported £1.55bn ($2.03bn) revenue in the year to December 2023, a 38% rise from the previous year.
Retailers Must Adapt to Gen Z and Gen Alpha Preferences
Retailers seeking to capitalise on the growing influence of younger consumers must emphasise their sustainability credentials and social media engagement, according to a new report by leading data and analytics company GlobalData.
eBay UK Exempts Fees for Private Sellers Across All Categories
E-commerce marketplace eBay UK has declared an exemption from selling fees for private sellers across all categories.
Shopify Enhances Print on Demand With PrintKK Integration
E-commerce marketplace Shopify has expanded its partnership with PrintKK, an e-commerce print-on-demand solutions provider.
How Walmart and Amazon Use AI To Transform Retail
These retail giants are setting new standards in efficiency and customer experiences, according to Global Data.
YouTube Partners With Shopee To Boost E-Commerce in Indonesia
YouTube has teamed up with Shopee, Southeast Asia‘s leading e-commerce platform, to expand its shopping features in Indonesia, Bloomberg reported.
US Retail Sales Grew 2.11% Year-On-Year in August 2024
Total retail sales in the US, excluding automobiles and gasoline, saw an increase of 2.11% unadjusted year-on-year in August 2024.
Retailers Face New Trends in Consumer Savings Habits
New research reveals a growing trend in the way consumers approach saving, with younger people opting to spend on present-day comfort rather than saving for the future.
Current Trends and Challenges in Supply Chain Management
Steve Mills at Bray Solutions discusses the evolving trends in supply chain strategies and the challenges in adapting.
AI and Personalisation Shape Future of UK Retail
A new report from Intuit Mailchimp reveals British consumers' growing preference for personalised shopping experiences, with technology playing a key role.
Amazon Launches New Private Label and Boosts Prime Discounts
Amazon has introduced a new private-label brand aimed at providing cost-effective grocery options for consumers both in-store and online.
Amazon Bolsters Warehouse Automation With Keytalent Acquisition
In a move to further propel its warehouse automation efforts, Amazon has announced the acquisition of key talent from robotics software developer Covariant, Bloomberg reported.
UK Retail Sales Grow 1% Yoy in August 2024
Retail sales in the UK increased by 1% year on year in August 2024, a slowdown compared to the 4.1% growth seen in August 2023