Micro-fulfillment centers have become the strategy of choice for grocers and retailers seeking to move inventory closer to customers. Technology solutions such as AutoStore empowered by Swisslog deliver the storage density, reliability, and productivity effective MFCs demand. But choosing the right solution is only part of the challenge.
Richmond bookstore to celebrate opening of new storefront | Richmond Standard
Multicultural Bookstore and Gifts is celebrating a "Grand Reopening" at its new location at 260 Broadway in Richmond starting at noon Fri., June 25 and stretching throughout the weekend. The store, formerly named the Multicultural Children's bookstore, was previously located in Hilltop Mall before the mall's sale prompted its eventual move to city center.
According to event organizers, snacks, refreshments, sales, freebies and more will be on hand at the Grand Reopening.
Fleming, Ear Candy record shop adapt and thrive to pandemic challenges
MISSOULA — After almost 24 years in business, Ear Candy record shop owner John Fleming has learned to adapt to new challenges facing local businesses around Missoula during the pandemic.
But Ear Candy's impact on Missoula goes beyond a record shop and actively contributes to the Missoula music scene by sponsoring shows and releasing music by local artists.
The pandemic introduced new challenges to the shop, forcing Ear Candy to completely shut down for two months. As a result, Fleming focused on expanding his website and online presence to sell vinyl on Discogs, a website similar to eBay for those looking to buy and sell vinyl and CDs.
How Opening a Store During a Pandemic 'Saved' This Milwaukee Business
On March 2, 2020, when the coronavirus pandemic was just beginning to become a major concern in the US, Benny Tralongo signed a lease on a storefront on Milwaukee's East Side.
On that day, Wisconsin had just one confirmed case of COVID-19. But by the time Tralongo got the keys to the storefront on April 1, the state had seen 1,700 cases and Gov. Tony Evers' Safer at Home order had been in effect for a week .
Faced with a situation flush with uncertainty, Tralongo cautiously opened his store, SayWerd—which sells both original and vintage clothing and collectibles—for private appointments in May 2020. He had a grand opening a little over a month later in June.
Local organizations looking for your ideas for vacant Wheeling storefronts | WTRF
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF)- If you’ve walked downtown– you’ve probably seen a few vacant storefronts; more than you’d probably like.
Well, Wheeling Heritage has a plan to try and fix it– and could use your help.
They’re looking for your creative ideas and want to hear your voice.
You can do so this Friday morning at 8:30.
It’s an interactive workshop where you’ll be able to brainstorm your ideas of what YOU want to see done.
Epic Games Store's Mystery Games Giveaway Will End With A Bang
The Epic Games Store built up a lot of hype during its fan-favorite Mega Sale with its mystery games run and it seems that the digital storefront maintained that momentum up to the very end as it strategically concludes its giveaway with a bang.
As its fourth free mystery game, Epic Games Store offered the popular sci-fi action title "Control" followed by Remedy's "Alan Wake." Moreover, the digital storefront launched the popular gacha game from miHoyo, "Genshin Impact." To celebrate the game's release on the Epic Games Store, fans get a discount code that they could use for the game's microtransactions.
Off the Beaten Path: Beekman 1802 Mercantile
SHARON SPRINGS, N.Y. ( NEWS10 ) – Tucked away in Schoharie County is the one and only storefront for this major beauty company. Without Sharon Springs, Beekman 1802 wouldn’t be the company it is today.
Beekman 1802 was born when Josh Kilmer-Purcell and Dr. Brent Ridge moved to the historic Beekman Farm . There they found a tightknit community and 100 goats looking for a home.
One act of kindness later and a few goat milk soap trials at the kitchen table later, Beekman 1802 is one of the largest independent skincare companies in the country.
Clockwork manicure robot is proof the future is here – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio
In under 10 minutes and for less than $10, you can get a "Clockwork Minicure" -- the perfect manicure, done by a robot.
According to Clockwork, the average woman spends 3,120 minutes a year on nails. The brand's goal is to create a quicker, hassle-free way to get your nails done.
"We exist to free people through smart automation -- changing the way they work, how they spend their time and where they find peace of mind," according to Clockwork's website.
BigCommerce Gives Merchants Control of Their Data with Launch of Big Open Data Solutions
Merchants can now make data-driven decisions using pre-built integrations with top data and analytics tools including Google BigQuery, Google Data Studio and Twilio Segment
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BigCommerce (Nasdaq: BIGC ), a leading Open SaaS ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established brands, today announced the global launch of Big Open Data Solutions , a full product suite featuring both native and best-of-breed partner data solutions that give merchants the ability to aggregate, analyze, understand and use online store data to gain insight into customer behavior to enhance decision-making and improve business performance.
Three Local Businesses Approved for State Incentive Program
The Commonwealth Economic Assistance Coordinating Council [EACC] approved eight projects for participation in the Economic Development Incentive Program [EDIP] and four Vacant Storefront Projects. EACC says the projects are expected to create 212 jobs and retain 1,105 across Massachusetts.
Three of the four Vacant Storefront Projects are in Worcester County. Two are in Webster and another is in Westborough.
Mike's Crunchies Munchies operates as a food truck and is opening its first permanent location. It serves appetizers, wings, subs, tenders, and seafood and will add Italian hand-tossed pizza.
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