Multichannel Merchant Week In Review The News, Commentary & Events that Shaped Commerce This Week

week of 08/17/2018
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Walmart Sees Boost in Ecommerce Sales
Six months removed from a fourth-quarter stumble in ecommerce that caused some concern among analysts and industry watchers, Walmart is continuing on a strong online growth path, increasing ecommerce sales 40% in Q2 after a 33% jump in the prior quarter.…»
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Birchbox Rolls Out Website Redesign
Subscription-box cosmetics brand Birchbox launched a redesigned website that advances the subscription box experience online through navigation, discovery, education and delight. Here is how the newly redesigned website enhances the journey for its customers. …»
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Tips for Negotiating Your UPS and FedEx Carrier Contracts
Because of all the changes with UPS and FedEx and the complexity in today’s carrier contracts, you need to do your due diligence in terms of shipping volumes, the value of your freight to the carriers and contract terms. These steps will help you better manage the negotiation and contract process to get the best terms possible.…»
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Kroger to Sell Groceries in China Through Alibaba Partnership
Cincinnati-based grocer Kroger will start selling online into China through a new partnership with Alibaba, testing some of its natural foods line first as it makes its first international move in the expanding grocery wars. See what else the company is up to, including its pilot of driverless delivery in Scottsdale, AZ and same-day delivery.…»
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Sears CEO Offers $400 Million for Kenmore
Sears Holdings CEO Edward Lampert entered a bid of $400 million to acquire the Kenmore brand, in a letter to the Sears board, offering to pick up the Sears Home Services division for $70 million to $80 million. See why this move is critical and what it means for Sears' future. …»
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