UPS plans to hire 95,000 seasonal workers, primarily package handlers, drivers and driver helpers, as major retails announce their retail peak season plans. See what a major outplacement firm says about hiring trends
Google has expanded its two-day Google Express delivery service to 40 million new customers in the Midwest, now offering it in 17 states in its push against the dominance of Amazon Prime. See where it has grown and what retailers are using it.
In general the omnichannel experience for customers is not matching up to its promise, research firm L2 found in its annual Digital IQ Index of retailers. See which firms scored high in the index, and what they’re doing right.
To remain competitive and boost flagging store sales in a tough retail environment, Kohl’s is continuing to invest in omnichannel operations, executives said in a Q2 analyst call. See what else executives had to say about digital initiatives and the impact of Macy’s announced store closures.
Under Armour will begin selling products at 1,100 Kohl’s locations next year, and plans to open a store at the iconic FAO Schwartz location in Manhattan. The Kohl’s deal is intended to make Under Armour products more available to consumers, particularly women, at malls and other suburban locations.
Kohl’s has made great strides with its omnichannel strategy. In 2014, it began the journey when it rolled out buy online and pickup in-store. See how the brand continues to evolve with its omnichannel strategies.
In recent weeks and months, major retailers have been filing for bankruptcy, closing stores and slashing jobs. See what retailers are rethinking their business.
Kohl’s now make it possible for its customers to begin using Apple Pay and simultaneously earn Yes2You Rewards loyalty points. See what other benefits this brings to customers.
The “Help Wanted” signs have gone up at Macy’s, Kohl’s, and Old Navy, who are all looking for new heads of their respective marketing departments. Martine Reardon, Macy’s chief marketing … Continue Reading →
UPS took a big leap this week by investing in crowdsourced startup Deliv, getting a seat on its board and a front-row seat on its operating model. Stay tuned to see how the carrier is able to leverage this relationship to better understand and take advantage of the burgeoning sector of the on-demand economy.