TECHNOLOGY

Asian e-commerce platform to acquire Wish for bargain price
One of the world’s largest mobile e-commerce platforms has reached an agreement to be sold.
CBL intros online access to entire retail inventory at two malls
AI-based “Inventory Insider” leads mall shoppers to the exact item they’re looking for—even if they’re not sure what it’s called.

New McDonald's concept CosMc’s deploys enterprise cloud platform

CosMc’s, the new small-format, beverage-led concept from McDonald’s, has deployed a cloud-based technology ecosystem to power its operations.
Instacart cutting 250 jobs; three C-suite execs to leave

Instacart is undergoing a restructuring plan that will include a roughly 7% workforce reduction as three top executives depart the company.
Walmart reaches major milestone for sourcing initiative

Walmart has been achieving success in its efforts to build a domestic Indian supply chain.
Kohl’s expands seasonal front-of-store promotions

Kohl’s Corp. sees front-of-store space as a valuable asset to showcase key products — all year long.
EXCLUSIVE: Academy Sports plans at item level with AI

Academy Sports + Outdoors optimizes individual allocation and replenishment decisions with artificial intelligence.
SpartanNash rolling out inventory robots in 60 more stores

SpartanNash is continuing to expand its use of an autonomous inventory robot solution.
Survey: Customers have issues with pharmacy apps

The adoption of mobile pharmacy apps is surging, but that doesn’t mean consumers are totally satisfied with them.
DoorDash targets Gen Z with new partnership

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, DoorDash is offering on-demand delivery of Minted greeting cards.