Macy’s to triple its off-mall smaller stores
As Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette prepares to exit his role, he’s executing a strategy that gained momentum earlier this year – an aggressive push into the off-mall retail landscape…
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EMPATHY — Part 1 of a 3-part soft skill series for safety professionals
Workplace safety is a paramount concern shared by employers and employees alike. Amidst the well-established framework of safety protocols, equipment, and training, soft skills are pivotal to promoting and…
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Vibrant Communities Initiative launches in Seattle
WR participated in the kick-off of the Vibrant Communities Initiative organized by our national partner, the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), in Seattle last week. The initiative seeks to…
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Retail crime accounted for over $112 billion in industry losses in 2022
Retail crime has become a pervasive issue, escalating to unprecedented levels and culminating in an astounding $112.1 billion in industry losses in 2022, a significant increase from the $93.9…
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Washington’s minimum wage to increase to $16.28/hr. in 2024
Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries (LNI) announced that Washington’s minimum wage will increase from $15.74/hour to $16.28/ hour beginning January 1, 2024. The 3.37% increase is based on…
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Preventing vehicular smash-and-grabs
Earlier this year, we reported on the staggering frequency of vehicular smash and grabs. In most cases, stolen cars are driven through a retail business’ storefront doors, giving thieves…
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Costco beats earnings expectations as grocery sales surge
Costco reported earnings last week that surpassed Wall Street predictions, primarily driven by a surge in grocery sales despite declining high-value item purchases. CFO Richard Galanti revealed that while…
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