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Retailers Rethink Store Concepts, Digital Strategies Amid New Realities

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The center will bring about 200 jobs to the area, serving the Miami, Tampa and Orlando markets, and will also serve as a parcel fulfillment center for the entire southeastern United States. Just this week, IKEA announced a new 326,000-square-foot customer fulfillment center in Lakeland, Florida, set for a 2019 opening.

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Florida Retail Reopening Fails To Draw Consumers

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A report from Tampa, among others, showed that few of the outlet stores took advantage. At Tampa Premium Outlets — just 13 of the 110 stores reopened and foot traffic was minimal. Inside the mall, patrons walked past dark and shuttered storefronts,” reported The Tampa Bay Times. Some wore masks. Many did not.

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How Ghost Kitchens Are Altering The QSR Landscape

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And in Tampa, a family of local eateries called Frenchy’s Restaurants plans to launch its Frenchy’s To Go concept. Chang’s To Go location in Chicago that will focus on carryout, delivery and catering, with delivery offered through third-party services as well as the restaurant’s website and app.

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