Value Chain

For the first time, the annual Supply Chain Study, now in its fourth year, combines the vision and resources of RIS News and Retail Leader. This partnership achieves a robust expansion of the study’s scope and deeper insight into critical retail trends, and thus we’ve renamed it the “Value Chain Technology Study” to reflect the evolution of supply chain trends.

The retailer is revving up for the holiday season (and beyond) with a series of ambitious store improvements and supply chain upgrades. Get the details.

Our inaugural event, co-hosted with Retail Leader, Value Chain Tech: The Next-Generation of Supply Chain, will be a culmination of extensive research, industry insights, and a commitment to bringing innovation to the core of your business operations.

Crocs has initiated a retail takeback pilot program, aimed at enhancing its sustainability and circular economy efforts. The program encourages shoppers to bring their old Crocs shoes to select stores in ten states across the country, regardless of their condition.

RIS News curates a roundup of October retail technology news ranging from acquisitions and surveys to environment goals and technology launches. Get the latest updates here.

Amazon has been very vocal about its continued efforts to reduce carbon emissions and introduce sustainable business practices across its enterprise. The latest progress reports come from the company’s grocery segment, transportation fleet, and its tech offerings.

In this infographic, learn how leading retailers like Walmart, Lululemon, Allbirds, and TJX Companies are overcoming common inventory challenges and thriving in an increasingly omnichannel retail environment.

Set to opening in 2026, the new space will be the fifth of Walmart’s “next generation” facilities bringing associates, technology, and machine learning together with a view to providing faster shipping and delivery to customers.