Amazon is ready for a fight in what has become a boxing ring filled with mobile point-of-sale providers. But it might have the early advantage against the reigning heavyweight champ thanks to a generous pricing model for first-time users. Amazon …
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The push is on in Canada for a single smartphone app that controls your home appliances, from the lights in your bedroom to the security system guarding your front door. At a “Smart Open House” on Tuesday, Home Depot representatives …
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Sears has agreed to a $5 million settlement in a class action alleging it misclassified workers in order to not pay them overtime pay. “The $5 million settlement resolves all current and potential litigation concerning the classification of the [loss …
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The Home Depot today announced the promotion of Ted Decker to Executive Vice President – Merchandising, effective August 4. In his new role, Decker will be responsible for all aspects of merchandising strategy and operations, reporting to Craig Menear, president …
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Lowe’s has launched ProExpress, an on-demand delivery service to get pros the emergency and last minute supplies they need. Since April 2014, these light-duty trucks have helped pro customers save time by making thousands of deliveries directly to business sites …
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Home Depot Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Frank Blake is joining Delta Air Lines’ board of directors, the carrier according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Blake, a former deputy secretary of the U.S. Energy Department, has been chairman and CEO of …
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Wal-Mart Stores Inc replaced its U.S. head Bill Simon with Asia chief Greg Foran. According to Reuters, the moves comes as Wal-Mart seeks to restore the fortunes of its largest business after a year of sluggish sales. A 35-year retail …
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Lowe’s, in conjunction with the State of Indiana and the City of Indianapolis, announced the company’s plans to locate a Customer Support Center in Indianapolis. The Mooresville, North Carolina-based company and world’s second largest home improvement retailer plans to invest …
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