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AI among the hot topics at this year’s Industry Day
Two short spans of time — one just over 7 seconds and the other just under 15 minutes — were among the many talking points at The Emerson Group’s 2023 Industry Day last week. The day-long event brought together retailers and suppliers, brand innovators and other thought leaders to discuss the future
Farmaenlace partners with Revionics
Revionics, an Aptos Co. and provider of retail pricing, promotion, markdown and advanced analytics solutions, announced Monday that Farmaenlace, one of the leading pharmacy chains in Ecuador, has selected Revionics’ pricing intelligence platform.
Rite Aid files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Rite Aid Corp. on Sunday announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as part of a voluntary restructuring plan that the company says will reduce its debt, increase its financial flexibility, and allow it to accelerate its ongoing business transformation.
CVS Health CFO Shawn Guertin to take leave of absence
CVS Health said Monday that Shawn Guertin, executive vice president, chief financial officer and president of Health Services, will be taking a leave of absence due to unforeseen family health reasons.
Dollar General brings back Todd Vasos as CEO
In a major shakeup, Dollar General Corp. announced the reappointment of Todd Vasos as chief executive officer, effective immediately. The move, which comes less than a year after Vasos retired, signals the company’s intention to reorient itself and chart a new strategic course.
WBA’s Q4 earnings fall short of expectations
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. reported fourth quarter adjusted earnings of 67 cents per share, down 17% from a year earlier and one cent shy of analysts’ forecast. Fourth quarter revenue of $35.42 topped Wall Street’s estimate of $34.56 billion.
Walgreens pharmacy staffers walkout over work conditions
Walgreens pharmacy staff walked off the job this week over concerns that working conditions are putting employees and patients at risk according to an AP report.
WBA appoints Tim Wentworth chief executive officer
Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) announced Wednesday the appointment of Tim Wentworth as the company’s new chief executive officer, effective October 23. Wentworth will also join the WBA board of directors upon assuming the role.
Samsung Health taps b.well Connected Health to make personalized health care a reality
LAS VEGAS – b.well announced Tuesday at the HLTH 2023 conference that Samsung Health will use the b.well Connected Health platform to transform how consumers manage their health and engage with healthcare solutions and services.
Rite Aid releases DIY Halloween costume recipe cards
Each year, Halloween has a way of creeping up, bringing along the annual fear of finding the perfect costume. This season, Rite Aid is taking away that stress with their Costume Recipe Cards – easy solutions to ensure consumers shine on the spookiest night of the year.
Walmart expands virtual health care benefits for associates
Walmart has expanded its virtual health care benefits, increasing access for associates to quality providers across the country, Lisa Woods, vice president of Well-being announced Tuesday in a blog post on the Walmart website.
Hurst joins Walmart GoLocal as vice president
Walmart today announced the hiring of Rina Hurst as vice president of Walmart GoLocal, the retailer’s delivery-as-a-service platform. Hurst joins Walmart from Shipt, where she served as chief business officer.
Despite ‘one thing’ or ‘another,’ NRF economist says U.S. economy still shows resilience
WASHINGTON – The U.S. economy is continuing to grow even as labor disputes across the country and uncertainty created by Congress add to the ongoing challenges of inflation and high interest rates, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said today.
Hy-Vee launches new resource to help provide affordable insulin
Hy-Vee, Inc. is launching a new resource to help patients with diabetes who are covered under commercial/private insurance save on hundreds of insulin products at their local Hy-Vee Pharmacy.
Sam’s Club offers biggest savings of the year on Plus membership
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Sam’s Club is helping shoppers prepare for the holidays with the best Plus membership offer of the year.