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The News, Commentary & Events that Shaped Commerce This Week

week of 10/17/2017

Belgian Postal Service to Acquire Radial for $820 Million

In a surprising move, bpost, the Belgian postal service, announced plans to acquire U.S.-based third-party logistics and ecommerce software firm Radial for $820 million, as it looks to expand its client base here with Radial’s broad omnichannel, logistics, and fulfillment capabilities.…»

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Coach Inc. Plans to Change Its Name to Tapestry, Inc.

Coach Inc., a high-end accessories and lifestyle brand announced it will be changing its name to Tapestry, Inc. The change will go into effect on Oct. 31. See what CEO Victor Luis had to say about what drove the brand to make the name change. …»

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Boxed.com Goes DIY With Robotic Carts to Boost FC Efficiency

Taking a DIY approach to warehouse robotics, Boxed.com has developed its own autonomous ground vehicle (AGV) to help associates with picking, gaining operational efficiency.…»

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JD.com Launches New Luxury Shopping Platform

Chinese marketplace, JD.com is launching the new luxury shopping platform, TopLife for high-end global brands. See which brands have already joined the platform and what benefits they receive. …»

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Target Offers Voice Shopping, Two-Day Delivery with Google Express

Target is significantly expanding its partnership with Google, offering customers voice-directed ordering through a Google Home device or an Android TV – and two-day delivery nationwide via Google Express. The company will also soon offer voice ordering through Android phones and iPhones. …»

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