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posted by martyb on Saturday March 02 2019, @04:47PM   Printer-friendly
from the distribution-centers-that-also-operate-as-a-storefront dept.

Amazon is reportedly planning a new, low-cost grocery chain

Amazon is reportedly planning to open dozens of grocery stores in major US cities, which will be under different branding from its Whole Foods chain. The first location may open in Los Angeles before the end of this year, while it's signed leases for at least two other stores, according to Wall Street Journal sources.

[...] Amazon already has a grocery delivery service, and the reported chain would expand its retail footprint beyond Whole Foods, 4-Star stores and self-service Amazon Go outlets. It's not clear whether the planned stores will also be cashierless, though the report suggests they'll have a strong focus on customer service and pick-up options.


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  • (Score: 2) by wisnoskij on Sunday March 03 2019, @01:44PM

    by wisnoskij (5149) <reversethis-{moc ... ksonsiwnohtanoj}> on Sunday March 03 2019, @01:44PM (#809406)

    From brick to online makes sense. From online to brick less so, that is what they are opening a grocery story, instead of a everything store.

    "Hey valued costumers we are opening a brick and mortar store. It will be just like the Amazon experience you are used to but only available in one place, and everything will cost more."

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