Amazon Sunday Delivery Offers USPS New Revenue
Amazon’s recently-announced partnership with the U.S. Postal Service, which expands delivery offerings for Amazon Prime members to include Sundays, offers a promise of much needed revenue for the USPS and improves its relevancy in the parcel delivery business.
Office Depot and OfficeMax Complete Merger
Office Depot and OfficeMax Inc. announced the completion of its merger, Office Max is now completely owned by Office Depot, according to a press release.
The Home Depot Receives Backlash for Racist Tweet
The Home Depot received backlash when it released what many are considering to be a racist tweet sent out by the company on Twitter which showed two African American drummers flanking a man wearing a gorilla mask.
Amazon Shares Warehouse Space with Proctor & Gamble
Since 2010 Amazon has shared warehouse space with Proctor & Gamble, the parent company of such products like Pampers diapers, Bounty paper towels, Tide laundry detergent among others, according to the Wall Street Journal, a move many are saying is a beneficial arrangement for both companies.
Hudson’s Bay Completes Saks Acquistion
Hudson’s Bay Company announced the completion of its acquisition of Saks Inc. Hudson’s Bay Company acquired Saks Inc. at a value of $2.9 billion.
Google Study Reveals Internet is Top Choice Among Shoppers this Holiday Season
A Google study reveals that the internet is the top resource for many shoppers this holiday season. Smartphones will be the device of choice, online marketing will influence holiday shopping, and cross-screen shopping will be a big deal.
Bloomingdale’s Michael Gould Steps Down as CEO
Bloomingdale’s CEO Michael Gould will be stepping down after 22-years as its chairman and CEO.
Saks Launches Off 5th Ecommerce Site
Saks Fifth Avenue launched an ecommerce site for its off-price franchise, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, which went live in September. Here is what the company has planned for their ecommerce site.
Quill.com Names Sergio Pereira as President
Quill.com, named Sergio Pereira as president. Pereira replaces Mike Patriarca, who was named senior vice-president, global transformation for parent company Staples, Inc.