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Walmart has announced major leadership changes within the company, with Judith McKenna, president and CEO of Walmart International, set to retire after 27 years with the retailer. Effective Sept. 11, Kath McLay will take over as the president and CEO of Walmart International, while Chris Nicholas will assume the role of president and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S., Walmart President and…

Old Navy recently introduced a one-year “kid-proof” guarantee on uniform styles. All Old Navy uniform basics — such as polos, chinos and pleated skirts — are priced at $15 and under during the back-to-school season. The brand will also provide a full refund if products don’t stand up to the wear and tear of the school year.…

Studies show that 90 percent of the information processed by the human brain is visual. What's more, the brain processes visual images 60,000 times faster than written messages. As the data shows, the human brain is drawn to pictures. With that in mind, it's no wonder that content creators who feature visual content increase traffic…

There's a maintenance strategy for every major purchase you’ve made. You know when your car needs an oil change. You know when the filters on your appliances should be swapped. You know when your pick process needs to be reviewed ... you don’t, do you? Do You Have a Warehouse Management Maintenance Schedule Ahead of…

Discerning consumers expect more from their online shopping experiences, especially during the busy holiday season when timely delivery, readily available products, and seamless checkout and return policies are more important than ever. In fact, the holiday season is often a “make or break” time for most retailers, particularly smaller ones eager to make a big…

After first gaining popularity in the mid-1980s when CPG markets saw an explosion of products, slotting fees continue to be a routine cost retailers charge brands. Essentially, a slotting fee is what brands and manufacturers pay to have their products placed in prime positions on in-store shelves and endcaps. A digital slotting fee serves the…