Boots managing director Sebastian James to leave post
LONDON – Walgreens Boots Alliance confirms that the Managing Director of Boots, Sebastian James, has given notice to leave the company to pursue a new role in the healthcare sector.
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CDR, MMR event honors top retailers
Chain Drug Review (CDR) and Mass Market Retailers (MMR) presented their 2023 “Retailer of the Year” awards last week in New York City. The event, held at The Harmonie Club, drew retailer and supplier executives from across the food, drug and mass channels.
Rite Aid bankruptcy plan approved
Last week a U.S. bankruptcy judge approved Rite Aid’s restructuring plan, allowing the pharmacy chain to trim down its debt by $2 billion and give control to a group of lenders. U.S.
Meijer celebrates its 90th anniversary
Family-owned retailer Meijer is celebrating its 90th anniversary with more than 500 Meijer supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, express locations, and distribution and manufacturing facilities throughout six Midwest states operated by more than 70,000 team members.
Meijer doubles milk discount for SNAP participants
Retailer Meijer is doubling down on the milk discount it offers to SNAP program participants (up to 40% off any brand or size of skim or skim milk) in an ongoing effort to expand access to healthy foods and beverages.
Walmart sells telehealth platform MeMD
Health technology startup Fabric has acquired Walmart’s telehealth assets as the retailer exits its health care delivery business. Fabric, which offers patient intake, care navigation and telehealth services, said it purchased Walmart’s MeMD for an undisclosed amount.
Pricer signs agreement for Pricer Plaza with tier 1 retailer
A large Tier 1 North American grocery retailer has signed an agreement with Pricer’s partner JRTech Solutions for the cloud-based platform Pricer Plaza, which allows for in-store automation and communication.
Walgreens and TradeBeyond enhance sourcing practices
SAN DIEGO – Supply chain management solution provider TradeBeyond said Friday that Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) Global Sourcing has selected its industry-leading multi-enterprise platform to optimize and standardize the company’s operations across its retail brands and to leverage more innovative
Publix Pharmacy is now connecting customers with a virtual care service
Publix customers now have access to a virtual care service powered by WellSync. By filling out an online health questionnaire, customers can seek medical care from a licensed provider with no appointment needed and from the comfort of their home.
WBA misses estimate for third quarter earnings
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.’s third quarter earnings missed projections and the company cut its full-year profit outlook. Citing a “difficult” environment for shoppers and pharmacies, WBA announced plans to shutter a ‘significant’ number of underperforming stores.
Amazon Clinic is now Amazon One Medical’s pay-per-visit telehealth service
Amazon One Medical now offers customers two ways to get convenient, high-quality health care: Pay-per-visit telehealth for 30+ common conditions (like pink eye, the flu, or a sinus infection), or Membership where customers pay a monthly or annual fee for on-demand virtual care, easy booking of same
Target announces leadership appointments
Target has named Christina Hennington, currently chief growth officer, as chief strategy and growth officer. Rick Gomez, currently chief food, essentials and beauty officer, has been appointed chief commercial officer, overseeing Target’s merchandising business.
Amazon Prime Day slated for July
Amazon has announced their annual saving event, Prime Day, will take place July 16 at 12:01 a.m. PDT through July 17. Prime members get exclusive access to millions of deals releasing as often as every five minutes across more than 35 categories including electronics, kitchen, beauty, and apparel.
Walmart launches “Spicy Summer” campaign
BENTONVILLE, Ark.– Walmart is launching a “Spicy Summer” campaign based on the “Spicy Books” TikTok trend, rolling out a special, limited-edition “Spicy Books” Hot Sauce Set.
dunnhumby rolls out first competitive threat evaluator tool for retail
covering cross-shopping behavior, proximity to competitors, and the density
Meijer named a Great Place to Work for sixth consecutive year
Meijer has been named a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.