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Tech

The key uses of AI in retail may surprise you

There’s a lot more to retail AI than chatbots (think autonomous security robots!)

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Allbirds intros a zero-carbon shoe. Is that even possible?

Labor

Lowe’s philanthropic arm introduces new training program for those aspiring to skilled trades

Since 2018, the company has operated a skilled trades program for its employees.

Katishi Maake

Retail

Total package: How Apple made unpacking the iPhone a ritual rather than a chore

The latest iPhone has half the packaging of the original, but still makes a big impression.

Andrew Adam Newman

Luxury

How Cynthia Rowley took her brand from pretty dresses to surf and sport chic

The designer has focused on innovating with new fabrics, integrating sustainable production models, and opening more physical stores.

Jeena Sharma

Resale

Carhartt rolls up its sleeves on new resale platform

Re-commerce platform Trove, which teamed up with Canada Goose on its new resale platform, has partnered with Carhartt.

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DTC

Athleticwear and sports retailers report poor Q4, annual earnings

Katishi Maake | 03.21.2023

Marker drawing in a notebook showing markets in disarray.

Sustainability

With its new shoe, Allbirds makes the case that zero-carbon is more than a pipe dream for fashion

Maeve Allsup | 03.21.2023

A collage of inspiration and plans for the M0.0NSHOT shoe.

Supply Chain

Chip shortages are creating long waits for credit cards, but retailers are weathering the storm

Andrew Adam Newman | 03.15.2023

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Retail

Coworking with Shobhit Khandelwal

Erin Cabrey | 03.15.2023

Shobhit Khandelwal, co-founder of Minoan Experience

Food & Bev

These were some of the notable trends at Expo West, aka the food & beverage Super Bowl

Erin Cabrey | 03.15.2023

Exterior view of the Anaheim Convention Center during Natural Products Expo West

Quick Insights

CPG

Here are the CPG trends to expect in 2023

Inclusivity, simplicity, and sustainability will be key in CPG this year.

SUSTAINABILITY

Building a successful retail sustainability strategy

Get started on creating and implementing your retail sustainability strategy with these recommendations.

CUSTOMER LOYALTY

How DTC brands build customer loyalty

Learn about the best DTC marketing strategies in 2022

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