Gymboree Corporation Announces New CEO
The Gymboree Corporation announced the appointment of Daniel Griesemer as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 22, 2017. Here is how his appointment will benefit the company.
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Amazon Prime Air Pilots Make Noise in Seattle
Contract pilots for Amazon Prime Air are taking their case directly to the Seattle-based ecommerce giant, threatening a strike over wages, working conditions and turnover that could seriously disrupt the new service.
How True Checkout Abandonment Can Be Reduced by 13%
A site abandonment survey of more than 60,000 ecommerce shoppers by Bizrate Insights found that retailers can reduce abandonment of those customers who visited with the intent to buy, but didn’t complete a purchase, by listening to their problems and their proposed solutions. See more about what the survey revealed and what it means for your business.
Newegg Creates Order Fulfillment Service
Tech e-tailer Newegg has launched Newegg Logistics to help ecommerce sellers and other organizations streamline order fulfillment, shipment and returns. See what the service, similar to Fulfillment By Amazon, offers to ecommerce shippers.
Walmart Sees Strong Growth in U.S. Ecommerce
As its Jet.com acquisition continues to pay out, Walmart is seeing hyper growth in ecommerce, with U.S. online sales up 63% in the first quarter. See what initiatives Walmart has accomplished to further its ecommerce success.
Target Sees 22% Growth in Ecommerce in Q1
Target’s continued investment and focus on ecommerce is paying off as the company reported a robust 22% increase in online sales for the first quarter, ahead of the industry average, even as revenue decreased 1.1% to $16 billion and store foot traffic and comp sales were also down.
Wayfair Launches “Search with Photo” Feature
Wayfair announced the launch of its “Search with Photo” feature that will leverage artificial intelligence to make it easier for shoppers to find furnishings for their homes. Shoppers can now … Continue Reading →
Ralph Lauren Names Patrice Louvet As New CEO
Ralph Lauren Corporation announced that Patrice Louvet has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. See how this new appointment lets the brand move forward and evolve.
Rue 21 Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Rue 21 announced it is filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in an effort to fully transform the business. See what this transformation includes and what it will mean for the retailer in the future.
U.S. Postal Service Again Sees Overall Loss, Parcel Gains
The U.S. Postal Service, as it has for years, reported an overall loss in the second quarter due to declining mail volume and ongoing pension obligations, while its parcel delivery business continues to grow by double digits. See what else came out of the results, and how moves by major carriers may affect its parcel business.