Associates & Employees

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Happy employees create a more successful retail environment, but one survey has found that nearly one in every two frontline employees are unhappy with their job due to low pay, inflexible hours, poor leadership and a lack of growth opportunities. As the retail industry continues to struggle with high employee turnover, Best Buy and Hot Topic are tackling […]
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Generative AI (GenAI) has rapidly gained popularity, especially with breakthroughs like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and DALL-E. This technology enhances work efficiency and could address labor shortages, with 44% of Dutch jobs highly exposed to GenAI. Education is also transforming, with students using ChatGPT for assignments, prompting universities to integrate the technology constructively. Interest in GenAI is […]
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In a vote last week, employees at an Amazon warehouse in Garner, N.C. voted 2,447 to 829 against joining an employee-led union, Carolina Amazonians United for Solidarity and Empowerment (CAUSE), according to The New York Times and multiple media outlets. CAUSE, formed in 2022, is seeking longer lunch breaks, increased vacation time and starting wages […]
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Hightouch, a composable CDP and AI decisioning platform, has raised an $80 million Series C investment round at a valuation of $1.2 billion. This was led by Sapphire Ventures, with participation from NVC, Amplify Ventures, ICONIQ Growth, and Bain Capital Ventures. Sapphire Ventures Partner Rajeev Dham will join the Hightouch board. The investment will help […]
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With the rise of generative AI, the top of the marketing funnel is getting more complex. The digital marketing funnel from search to consideration to purchase is fragmenting into exploration across more varied digital channels, making it more challenging to capture a consumer’s attention and lead them where we want them to go. More and […]
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In the complex world of product distribution, maintaining a harmonious relationship between distributors and manufacturers is essential for business success. However, this partnership is not without its challenges. From inconsistent product quality to communication gaps, distributors often face hurdles that can impact their operations and reputation. Understanding these challenges is crucial for manufacturers who strive […]
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Pricer and Focal Systems have annnounced a partnership focused on accelerating the digitisation and optimisation of physical retail stores.   This brings together Pricer’s dynamic pricing and shelf-edge communication expertise with 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards winner Focal Systems’ computer vision and product availability solutions. By integrating Focal Systems’ AI powered shelf vision cameras with Pricer’s […]
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The pressures on retailers to seamlessly fulfill orders across physical stores, online platforms and mobile apps continue to intensify. Whether shipping directly to customers’ homes, enabling curbside pickup or restocking store shelves, consistently improving speed, accuracy and adaptability is crucial for meeting shopper expectations and maintaining market share. As digital commerce expands and consumers increasingly […]
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The Scottish government has called on Westminster to reconsider the increase to employers’ National Insurance contributions, warning that it would seriously hinder plans for growth. Employment and investment minister Tom Arthur believes the move will negatively impact consumers and Scotland’s economy. It’s claimed that the measure, announced by chancellor… This story continues at Scottish govt urges NI hike reconsideration […]
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  The restaurant industry is set to maintain its upward trajectory, outpacing other food retail sectors and solidifying its role as a dominant force in the U.S. economy. After surpassing $1 trillion in sales for the first time in 2024, the National Restaurant Association projects an even stronger 2025, with sales expected to hit $1.5 […]
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Illustration by Lemmywinks via Midjourney. We have entered an age of de-Bossification. In many industries, particularly “White-collar” ones, the era of “bosses” is in decline. Less of a clamoring for boss like traits of controlling, managing, measuring, allocating, evaluating and checking in. There is a rise in the need for leaders and their traits of […]
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Convenience stores across the UK mainland provide more than 445,000 jobs, with staff working a combined 9.8 million hours a week, according to the 2024 Local Shop Report from the Association of Convenience Stores. But that number looks set to shrink considerably by the time… This story continues at Mitigating rising costs | Editor’s comment […]
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Kash Retail, operator of Nisa Local Fenby Avenue in Darlington, has donated £1,000 through Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) Pride Pot to support this year’s Darlington Pride Festival. The donation was inspired by store team member Gavin Morrison, who performs as drag queen Georgina… This story continues at Kash Retail and MADL team up […]
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MarketLeap, an AI driven platform that aims to simplify and scale D2C e-commerce, has announced an $8.3 million Series A funding round led by Smedvig Ventures, with participation from Expon Capital, Motier Ventures and business angels including former executives from Amazon, SoftBank, and Unilever.  The capital injection will allow the company to accelerate platform development […]
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Despite persistent inflation and a cooling labor market, US tech spending is forecast to grow by 6.1% in the US in 2025 to reach a staggering $2.7 trillion. Find out what’s driving this growth and what tech leaders can expect in 2025.
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Lidl has announced a market-leading pay increase for 28,000 hourly-paid colleagues, with new rates coming into effect in March 2025. The news follows Aldi last month announcing that store assistants would receive a pay rise with hourly rates increasing to at least £12.71, at the… This story continues at Lidl exceeds new National Living Wage […]
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  The restaurant industry has long relied on food marketing calendars to drive menu innovation, seasonal promotions, and consumer engagement according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. But in a politically charged environment where tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and fluctuating commodity prices loom large, menu planning in TRUMP 2.0 could […]
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  In today’s hyper-competitive restaurant landscape, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction walk hand-in-hand. Yet, labor costs—a significant part of operating expenses—sit at the heart of every restaurant’s service and pricing strategy according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. At the intersection of service quality and price sensitivity, restaurants either win […]
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Some 10,000 grocery workers in the greater Denver area went on strike against 77 of the region’s 121 King Soopers stores on Feb. 6, according to the AP and other media outlets. Members of the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 7 union voted last week by 96% to authorize a strike against the […]
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ChatGPT vs. the competition. Source: SimilarWeb ChatGPT is booming. After months of stagnant usage in early 2024, the chatbot hit an inflection point and is now far outpacing its competition, according to new data from analytics firm Similarweb. OpenAI’s flagship bot hit 3.8 billion visits on desktop and mobile web in January 2025, more than […]
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Ikea says that it has received 3,730 applications in just six days for its new Oxford Street, London store. Interest in the 150 available positions marks the largest ever response the home furnishing retailer has seen in the UK. It provides the independently set Real Living Wage of £13.85 per hour alongside benefits including flexible […]
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Norway’s radio landscape witnessed subtle shifts in 2024, as revealed by Nielsen’s Radio Audio Measurement Report Norway 2024. While overall listenership saw a slight decline, certain demographics and listening patterns demonstrated resilience and even growth in this evolving audio ecosystem. Nielsen PPM audio measurement made significant development changes in 2024. The PPM Wearables were gradually […]

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1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […]
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A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […]
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IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
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There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […]

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