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How Pharmacies Are Driving Retail Innovation

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faces a doctor shortage today that some are predicting will turn into a crisis over the course of the next decade. A study from The American Journal of Medicine indicates that market pressures in the industry are pulling doctors away from primary care and into sub-specialties. Delivery Programs. Delivery is another area of change.

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Why Health And Fitness Are Driving More Retail Change

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And, of course, habits vary according to factors like geography, age and even fitness level. Furthermore, consumers are always looking for variety, and for community — something a digital operation like ClassPass can help build in almost a social media-like way. Fitness and wellness are helping to change the face of retail in 2020.

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Verizon 5G Network Launch Foreshadows Mobile Commerce Changes

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The announcement from the mobile network provider serves as the latest demonstration that 5G is coming, and that retailers and payment services providers should get ready to operate in the 5G world. 5G Potential. Verizon’s 5G Play.

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Will Medical Services Be Pharmacies’ Secret Weapon?

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faces a physical shortage today that some are predicting will turn into a crisis over the course of the next decade. A study from The American Journal of Medicine indicates that market pressures in the industry are pulling doctors away from primary care and into sub-specialties. The AAMC noted that primary care will be hit the hardest.

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Apart-Hotels Turn Apartments Into Boutique Lodging

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Gandhi said he has always been the one to look for the coffee shop with a great atmosphere (and, of course, great coffee). At the same time, Gandhi noted the product and quality of apartments have grown so rapidly that the market has facilitated a true boutique experience, a concept he doesn’t think was available even 10 years ago.

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Walmart-Amazon Whole Paycheck Tracker: A Slow Start To A New Year

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Of course, taking a break is a relative term when it comes to the race for the consumer’s whole paycheck — Walmart, according to most reports , is running barn-burner deals that rival Black Friday savings. Tom Ward, senior vice president of digital operations for Walmart U.S., Expansion of the Week: Walmart’s Apparel Moves .

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Healthcare Disruption Brings More Impact To The Retail World

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Walgreens and VillageMD , a leading national provider of primary healthcare, have announced a partnership to provide primary care services for adult patients in the Houston, Texas area. Walmart reportedly will use the lessons gained from this clinic to inform operations in further such endeavors. Lessons to Come.

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