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Marks & Spencer to Deploy Changing Room Self-Checkout in 100 Stores by 2028

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The UK retailer already has deployed the changing room checkouts in 28 refurbished stores, including its Fosse Park flagship in Leicester, and plans to have the technology installed in more than 100 stores by 2028. If you want to be served by a colleague, that’s absolutely OK and you always can be.

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In 2025, Changing Consumer Demand will Reshape the Supply Chain

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Not only do these technologies improve throughput in most cases; they also enable greater flexibility in meeting expectations related to fast shipping and free returns. These expectations have significantly impacted the same-day delivery market, which experts predict will grow nearly 20% year-over-year between now and 2028.

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USPS Invests in EV as Part of 10-Year Modernization Plan

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The USPS also plans to procure 21,000 commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) battery-powered and domestically manufactured delivery vehicles, including 9,250 from the Ford Motor Company, depending on market availability and operational feasibility. This represents one of the largest commitments to vehicle electrification in the nation.

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Aldi Expands Instacart Functionality in U.S. Stores, Tests Caper Carts in Austria

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including the delivery service’s in-store mode for its app; “Carrot Tags” with pick-to-light capabilities; and more streamlined pickup fulfillment technology. stores by 2028. Aldi will roll out Instacart Connected Stores solutions across all Aldi South Group locations in the U.S., in a statement. In the U.S.,

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Top 4 Strategies for AI-Powered Profitability

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billion in 2028. Additionally, by implementing an AI-powered forecasting solution, you can increase your operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction by proactively managing your supply chain while reducing waste and costs across your operations. Operations. billion in 2021 to $31.18 Customer support.

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Web Content Management Software is on a Growth Tear

Forrester eCommerce

CAGR through 2028, faster than the broader software market. Forrester’s forecast of the total addressable market for the web content management software (WCMS) market reveals it will grow at a 13.5%

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Beyond the Borders – How Retailers are Shifting Gears to Diversify  

Retail TouchPoints

Supply chains and operations are also witnessing increasing acquisition or partnering moves with third-party delivery companies to better serve consumers. Last year, Carrefour and Uber announced the launch of a new rapid grocery delivery service in Paris via Uber Eats, from nine dark stores operated by Carrefour partner Cajoo.

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