ECI Software Solutions Inc. recently announced the upcoming launch of the ECI Ambassador Community, a network of forward-thinking professionals dedicated to excellence, leadership and driving industry evolution. The community will serve as a platform for professional growth, providing members with …
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The Home Depot Launches AI-Powered Phone Agents Through Google Cloud’s Gemini
The Home Depot recently announced new AI-powered phone agents built with Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience. Built to get customers the help they need faster, the agents allow customers to skip complicated phone menus and be able to …
Read More »RONA Named One of Canada’s Greenest Employers
RONA inc. announced it has recently been named one of Canada’s greenest employers for the sixth consecutive year on Canada’s Greenest Employers list. The national competition is organized by Mediacorp to celebrate employers who stand out for their sustainable development …
Read More »Tractor Supply Net Sales Up 3.6% in Q1 2026
Tractor Supply Company recently released its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a boost in net sales, primarily led by new store openings and comparable store sales. The company reported net sales of $3.59 billion, a 3.6% …
Read More »Garrett Ace Hardware Unveils Major Remodel, Enhancing In-Store Experience
A ribbon-cutting ceremony ushered in customers to Garrett Ace Hardware’s newly remodeled store location in Windsor, California, celebrating the newly updated store layout and retail environment. The store, joined by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, City Council and the mayor …
Read More »Mother’s Day Spending Expected to Hit $38 Billion
Consumer spending on Mother’s Day is expected to reach a record $38 billion this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The amount surpasses last year’s total spending of $34.1 …
Read More »Lee Hardware and Building Supply Preserves Legacy Through Open Succession Planning and Humble Leadership
Known for its exceptional customer service, retail excellence and leadership, Lee Hardware & Building Supply is a beloved establishment with two locations in Waycross and Lakeland, Georgia. Operated by third-generation owner, Heather Lee Bruner, Lee Hardware embodies the values of …
Read More »Construction Trades Decline as White-Collar Roles Surge
The number of workers in the construction labor force moving toward management, business and technical roles is gaining momentum, according to the NAHB’s analysis of the latest 2024 American Community Survey (ACS). The share of construction trades workers has declined …
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