PwC: Supply chain tech investments fall short as tariffs loomSupply chain executives widely agree that technology investments haven’t met expectations and that shifting trade policies will impact their strategies. Automated vertical farming system supplies Whole Foods Market Whole Foods Market stores in the Phoenix area are receiving herbs and vegetables from sustainable robotic produce supplier Opollo Farm. DoorDash expands Wing drone delivery to Charlotte, N.C. DoorDash is building on its use of Wing delivery drones in Virginia, Texas and Australia. Tilly’s in enterprise-wide RFID deployment A specialty apparel, accessories and footwear retailer will implement cloud-based RFID technology across its retail operations. Amazon partners in $5B joint investment in Saudi Arabia AI capabilities Amazon is significantly increasing its commitment to helping the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia develop its artificial intelligence infrastructure. Hospital store retailer Lori’s Gifts introduces cashierless shopping A leading operator of hospital gift shops is opening checkout-free stores in select locations across the U.S. Walmart expands virtual eyewear try-on, offers new high-tech glasses Walmart is making more frames available for customers to virtually try on while adding high-tech glasses and a new proprietary contact lenses to its assortment. Walgreens reportedly expanding robotic prescription micro-fulfillment A major pharmacy retailer is reportedly ramping up to fill medication prescriptions at 5,000-plus stores using robotic automation. JD Sports banner AI-equips assortment planning A fashion chain operated by JD Sports is making its assortment planning processes more data-driven, automated and agile. Guitar Center obtains real-time inventory visibility The world’s largest retailer of musical instruments, accessories and lessons is AI-enabling its replenishment capabilities. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
