
Retailers bet on AI for supply chain, ‘smart’ shopping
Major retailers including Dollar General and Ulta Beauty are leveraging predictive models and agentic AI to optimize supply chains and internal corporate workflows.
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Major retailers including Dollar General and Ulta Beauty are leveraging predictive models and agentic AI to optimize supply chains and internal corporate workflows.

When Chipotle this week announced a partnership with 16-year-old influencer Salish Matter, I knew we had turned a corner as an industry.
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Pizza Hut CEO Aaron Powell will depart the company following the completion of the brand's acquisition by private equity firm LongRange Capital.

Yum! Brands appoints Nai De Leon as Chief People Officer

Subway and TGI Fridays close stores as QSR interiors fail to deliver on brand promise

Taco Bell's Luxe Cravings Boxes led to twice the spending from customers last year
Irving, Texas – Neighborly® today announced the promotion of Tanner Stutz to Executive Vice President, Strategic Operations & Analytics, effective immediately.

Vasa Fitness, a high-value, low-price (HVLP) fitness operator, has appointed Michael Osanloo as its new chief executive officer.

There is a direct correlation between love, loyalty, and profitability.

Patrice & Associates Franchise grows the older workforce, but the article does not provide relevant information about a franchise or multi-unit brand.

Companies that prioritize customer experience outperform competitors and the stock market by significant margins, with a direct correlation between love, loyalty, and profitability.
Lori Flees was named President of Valvoline's Retail Services Segment, bringing experience in strategy and innovation to the role.
Marriott International is expanding its portfolio in Asia Pacific, with nearly 100 properties expected to open in 2021, bringing more brands and experiences to new destinations for guests.

Multi-location brand marketing executives are facing challenges in marketing cost-effectively, with declining sales and reduced resources available to execute local digital marketing campaigns.
Domino’s named Stu Levy as EVP - Chief Financial Officer and promoted Cindy Headen to Executive Vice President, Supply Chain Services.
Dunkin' Brands promotes Ryan Schaffer to Vice President and Managing Counsel, overseeing corporate governance, SEC reporting, and franchise disclosure.
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Bain research shows companies lose half their customers every 5 years

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal examined the use of the Net Promoter Score (NPS) in recent years by U.S. corporations.

FranConnect customers grow 44% faster than the broader franchising market, thanks to the company’s focus on helping customers grow their businesses.

Franchise fee reporting change under ASC 606 seen as a positive development for franchisors, with minimal impact on reported revenue.

Customer perceptions of service differ from company leaders' perceptions, with only 8% of customers describing their experience as superior.

Mosquito Joe has expanded to 29 states with over 170 territories, propelled by a loyal following and leadership from CEO Kevin Wilson.

Mosquito Joe CEO Kevin Wilson discusses his experience with franchising and his role in taking Mosquito Joe nationwide.