Cross-Channel Competition Is About to Get a JoltWalmart plans to have a coast-to-coast EV charging network within seven years. Walmart Plans Coast-to-Coast EV Charging Network by 2030The retailer wants to provide charging access to electric vehicle drivers in urban, suburban and rural locations. Walmart Leans Into Technology as Part of Growth Strategy Roughly 65 percent of stores will be serviced by automation by the end of fiscal year 2026. 7-Eleven Tests Autonomous Robot Delivery Customers in Los Angeles can receive orders via self-driving robot in around 15 minutes. Supplier Spotlights: Lula Convenience, Mars Wrigley, Relationshop & Swiftly Other companies announcing initiatives and partnerships are AiFi, C-StoreMaster, Hunt Brothers Pizza, Kellogg Co. and Old Trapper. Playing the Long Game Hall of Famer Brian Hannasch’s 40-year career in the industry has led him to head one of the largest convenience and mobility companies in the world. Walmart Brings Convenience to Outdoor Consumers The General Store by Walmart will bring seasonal and curated products to select Getaway Outposts. Sponsored Rebuilding Traffic, Building Baskets Staffing and supply chain hurdles are still affecting store operations. Restaurant Visits Among Gen Z Fall Below Previous Generations According to The NPD Group, price is the most important attribute among consumers 18 to 24 years old when choosing a restaurant. New Research Sheds Light on the Shopping Habits of Generation Z Instagram tops the list of preferred social platforms for in-app purchases. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last