It may be only a matter of time before shoppers can buy inflatable pools, dog treats and a rack of ribs from Target on Instagram.
On May 21, Target became the first mass retailer to make its products available through Instagram Checkout.
"More and more guests are searching for digital shopping options, and we're continuing to invest in experiences that allow them to get what they need from Target whenever, wherever and however they want," said Dawn Block, the retailer's SVP, digital. "We know our guests are already using Instagram, so we're making it even easier for them to find and buy the quality, affordable products they expect from Target."
Not to change the topic here:
Andonix Opens 'Safely Pass™ Storefront' To Equip Front-line Workers with Protective Gear Amidst
DETROIT , May 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Andonix, the developer of Smart Work Station, an industry-leading 4.0 SaaS solution that empowers front-line workers with a comprehensive digital work flows, collaboration and communications platform, today announced the grand opening of "Safely Storefront," which arms front-line workers with the proper PPE to stay safe amidst the global pandemic.
COVID-19 has rapidly and drastically disrupted the American workforce, forcing many employees to shift to large-scale work from home. However, there are 25 million front-line workers who do not have this option, including first responders, utility workers, farmers, food distributors and grocers. As a result, many employees have been sent home from work due to health risks, disrupting operations and preventing workers from receiving a steady cash flow.
Inside a storefront Oakland clinic on the front lines of the coronavirus battle - San Francisco
On the sidewalk on Oakland’s International Boulevard, Marlen Valencia swayed softly from foot to foot as her 2-year-old daughter Sara slept on her shoulder. A stomachache that had lingered for the past month had made the little girl stop eating, and she was losing weight.
The 38-year-old Fremont mother waited for hours this Tuesday morning in May, standing and occasionally sitting at a spot marked with orange tape, keeping a 6-foot distance from two dozen others lined up with her, all desperate to see a doctor many of the region’s uninsured come to see.
Facebook and Instagram chase e-commerce with social storefronts called 'Shops' | Ad Age
Facebook wants businesses to open up on the social network and Instagram with a new a program that lets brands erect digital storefronts across its apps.
On Tuesday, the company announced Facebook Shops, which is a new way for businesses to showcase their products online. The social network sees an opportunity to work with millions of businesses on Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and WhatsApp, especially as shoppers are staying home and making more purchases online.
Many things are taking place:
Vogue Launches Amazon Fashion Storefront for American Designers | PEOPLE.com
Amazon Fashion is teaming up with Vogue and the Council of Fashion Designers of America to support independent U.S. designers whose businesses have been affected by COVID-19.
Amazon Fashion is also donating $500,000 to A Common Thread , the repurposed CFDA/ Vogue Fashion Fund initiative that’s raising awareness and money for Americans in the fashion community who have been impacted by the pandemic. (The fund was originally established as a response after the tragedy that took place on 9/11.) This will provide more immediate relief for people like, pattern makers, tailors, embroiders, and other business and creative employees.
SF to begin to allow retailers to re-open with storefront pickup – The San Francisco
For the first time in nearly two months San Francisco will begin to allow non-essential retailers like bookstores, florists and music stores to reopen for business with storefront pickup only.
The reopening is expected to begin May 18 after The City issues guidelines next week, Mayor London Breed and Dr. Grant Colfax, head of the Department of Public Health, announced Thursday.
Non-essential San Francisco businesses have had to shut down since the March 17 shelter-in-place order was imposed to slow the spread of COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus. Only select businesses were allowed to remain in operation, such as grocery stores, coffee houses and restaurants for pickup or delivery only.
Council approves 5 storefront grants | Local | elkodaily.com
Jack Prior and Andrew Knudsen of YLA Construction pry metal from the front of the Taber Building May 4.
The annual program awards $50,000 per year, and this year there was a total of $101,505 requested, according to City Planner Cathy Laughlin.
Five businesses applied, and special conditions were brought up for two candidates at an April 28 special session held online because of the coronavirus outbreak.
"We are a nonprofit organization and we just purchased our building about eight months ago," Kamps said. "Unfortunately, buying this building as a nonprofit made us no longer eligible for the program, which is a huge bummer.
Brookline launches storefront sign program to support small businesses - News - Brookline TAB -
The Town of Brookline – in partnership with the Brookline business community – is launching a coordinated storefront sign program and #ShopBrookline social media campaign to brighten Brookline storefronts and to convey how the Brookline community can support its small businesses during this difficult time. Signs will be available to businesses as of May 13th and distributed by Brookline’s Economic Development Division staff.
This idea was the brainchild of Lucia Berman-Rossi, owner of Tiny Hanger in Coolidge Corner, and grew out of a series of virtual town hall meetings for Brookline businesses impacted by COVID-19. Brookline’s Small Business Development Committee has hosted these weekly virtual town hall meetings since mid-March.
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