Merchandising & Store OpsMonday, August 3, 2026
Trax acquired Spaceman to integrate planogramming with real-time field data for CPG category management.
Tastewise is deploying agentic intelligence systems that allow food and beverage teams to actively execute strategic decisions regarding trends and shelf space.
Retail health operators are increasingly relying on partnerships with specialized medical providers to expand in-store clinic services and manage value-based care.
The closure of hundreds of standalone retail clinics is driving the industry to pivot from independent expansion to strategic collaborations with established health systems.
Atoms, the parent company of CloudKitchens, has secured $1.7 billion in funding to consolidate ghost kitchen real estate and food robotics under a single corporate structure.
Whatnot has reached an $11.5 billion valuation, highlighting the significant market potential of niche social commerce verticals focused on collectibles and unique items.
