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(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. plans to test a hybrid in-store and work-from-home arrangement for retail employees, acknowledging that consumers may continue to prefer online shopping even as the pandemic eases, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
The Cupertino, California-based technology giant will begin a pilot program later this year dubbed Read more
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Apple to Test Hybrid Work From Store and Home for Retail Staff
(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. plans to test a hybrid in-store and work-from-home arrangement for retail employees, acknowledging that consumers may continue to prefer online shopping even as the Read more
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Walmart Announces Partnership with DroneUp to Make Mass Drone Deliveries a Reality
Bentonville, AR - Retail giant Walmart recently announced a partnership with DroneUp intended to make it the premier retailer for drone deliveries.
The partnership backs up a similar Read more
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CBD and the Vending Industry: A Match Made in Heaven?
Imagine this: you go to an airport or train station. You are walking past rows of vending machines full of snacks and healthy prepared meals – then you stumble upon a smart vending machine full Read more
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Keeping Count: Getting to Know Datascan and the Retail Landscape
Datascan is an industry leader in inventory counting, helping modern retailers navigate the plethora of supply chain, inventory, stock management and data-related challenges they Read more
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Amazon Quietly Began Building a Grocery Chain During Pandemic
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As many businesses struggled to survive the pandemic, Amazon.com Inc. was quietly building a national grocery chain.The first Amazon Fresh store opened to the public in Los Angeles Read more
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Case Forming Annoyances and How to Overcome Them
A jammed case erector and skewed corners are two of the biggest annoyances when it comes to case forming. When it happens with any frequency, it creates an unwanted disruption to your production Read more
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NAB Pulls the Plug on This Year’s Show, Attendees Have Mixed Reactions
September 17, 2021
The Pro AV world was taken by surprise with the cancellation of NAB this October with concerns around COVID's persistent waves and the financial viability of still holding the show.
The organization did make sure Read more
What is Pushing Modular Buildings Practices Through the Roof?
September 17, 2021
Modular construction has grown tremendously in the past few years, leading many to believe it's a new innovation in the building industry. In reality, it has been around for quite awhile, but has Read more
The Experience Evolution: Prep the Halls—2021 Holiday Shopping Trends and Tips
September 17, 2021
Did the pandemic rewrite the rules for the holiday shopping season? Is there even a rulebook anymore? As consumers look to engage with their favorite brands across all channels this upcoming Read more
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Apple to Test Hybrid Work From Store and Home for Retail Staff
July 3, 2021
(Bloomberg) -- Apple Inc. plans to test a hybrid in-store and work-from-home arrangement for retail employees, acknowledging that consumers may continue to prefer online shopping even as the pandemic eases, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
The Cupertino, California-based technology giant will begin a pilot program later this year dubbed Read more
Walmart Announces Partnership with DroneUp to Make Mass Drone Deliveries a Reality
June 17, 2021
Bentonville, AR - Retail giant Walmart recently announced a partnership with DroneUp intended to make it the premier retailer for drone deliveries.
The partnership backs up a similar joining in April of the retailer and Cruise, an all-electric autonomous vehicle company, that will also change the delivery landscape.
The drone program will begin to Read more
CBD and the Vending Industry: A Match Made in Heaven?
June 9, 2021
Imagine this: you go to an airport or train station. You are walking past rows of vending machines full of snacks and healthy prepared meals – then you stumble upon a smart vending machine full of CBD products. This is the future. This is now.
As the CBD market scales, it’s expected to reach $24.4 billion by 2025, according to CBD insights firm Brightfield Group Read more
Keeping Count: Getting to Know Datascan and the Retail Landscape
March 18, 2021
Datascan is an industry leader in inventory counting, helping modern retailers navigate the plethora of supply chain, inventory, stock management and data-related challenges they need to in order to thrive in the modern retail landscape.
On “Keeping Count,” the company will help shape the conversation around those trends, offering leading Read more
Amazon Quietly Began Building a Grocery Chain During Pandemic
March 11, 2021
(Bloomberg)
As many businesses struggled to survive the pandemic, Amazon.com Inc. was quietly building a national grocery chain.The first Amazon Fresh store opened to the public in Los Angeles in September. Store No. 11 opened Thursday, and Amazon is working on at least 28 more, from Philadelphia to the Sacramento suburbs. The company is also testing the “Just Read more
Case Forming Annoyances and How to Overcome Them
February 16, 2021
A jammed case erector and skewed corners are two of the biggest annoyances when it comes to case forming. When it happens with any frequency, it creates an unwanted disruption to your production line.
Sometimes, it can be difficult to tell if the problem comes down to materials or mechanics. Use this troubleshooting guide to help you get to the root cause of your Read more
Balancing Cost and Function with Eco-Friendly Secondary Packaging
February 16, 2021
Sustainability is playing a more prominent role in corporate branding and imaging. While primary packaging is playing a key role for consumer packaged goods, a number of brands are interested in sustainable secondary packaging solutions.
A growing demand for sustainable packaging
According to PMMI’s report, Packaging Sustainability: A Changing Landscape, the Read more
The importance of e-commerce friendly packaging
February 11, 2021
As the pandemic continues, we remain in an era of social distancing. Today, customers want to get the products they pay for as quickly as possible with minimal contact. With many consumers fearing the spread of germs from shopping in brick-and-mortar outlets, it’s no surprise e-commerce is doing so well. Businesses of all sizes are investing more time and Read more
How Will the Corrugated Packaging Industry Change This Year?
February 8, 2021
Growth-prompted industry changes, emerging packaging trends, and smarter packaging machinery continue to encourage the corrugated packaging industry towards advancement. Whether you’re a product manufacturer, a secondary packaging consultant, or even a packaging automation expert, it’s vital to understand—and be ready for—these changes. Here’s what you need to Read more