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Walmart upping store managers pay
Walmart is updating the two parts that make up the pay of its store managers: base pay and annual wages.
JCPenney boosts employee retention with mobile app
JCPenney is providing frontline associates with workplace tools and capabilities via an employee app.

Amazon reportedly cuts staff in audiobook/podcast division

The latest round of layoffs at Amazon is hitting its Audible audio content organization.
Google: Retailers see promise for generative AI

A new survey reveals how retail decision-makers think generative AI will affect the industry.
Office Depot improves store labor efficiency

Office Depot is leveraging mobile technology to enhance store associate performance and scheduling.
Retail employment in December reaches highest level since 2019

U.S. retailers staffed up in December, adding to an already robut workforce.
Neiman Marcus Group reaches sustainable milestones early

Neiman Marcus Group is a year ahead of schedule on several environmental, sustainability and governance (ESG) goals.
Amazon lays off workers from Prime Video, MGM Studios, Twitch

Amazon is cutting jobs related to its streaming and theatrical film efforts.
Minimum wage increases go into effect in these 22 states

The new year brought with it minimum wage increases in more than 20 states — with more to come later in the year.
McDonald’s expands initiative to deploy generative AI, leading-edge tech

McDonald’s Corp. is partnering with a global consulting firm to transform operations with next-generation technology.

Walmart upping store managers pay