Research & Development
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Once a shrine to a retailer’s brand, ‘flagships’ lose lustre
Those clinging to the old concept of the flagship store are having a hard time. New versions lure shoppers with less merchandise and more high-tech experiences
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BMW profits drop on higher costs, spending for new tech
The auto industry as a whole faces twin challenges: staying profitable while sinking billions into new technologies, and new services unrelated to car ownership such as car-sharing and ride-hailing apps
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Redefining the kilogram means redefining how we measure wealth
The need for fixed and legitimate standards has been a longstanding trade issue. Going forward, however, how we define the kilogram will be determined on demand
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Tims’ upscale cafe luring millennials with nitro brews, Instagrammable doughnuts
The clean design and Instagram-ready treats at Tim Hortons “innovation cafe” are tailored to young, urban professionals
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Backers of Hawaii telescope tout benefits to humanity, jobs
An international consortium plans to build the US$1.4 billion Thirty Meter Telescope at the top of Mauna Kea, which some Native Hawaiians believe is sacred
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A&W looks to more innovation to drive continued growth after Beyond Meat success
A&W CEO, Susan Senecal, said same-store growth came from new customers entering the market wanting to try the plant-based patty
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Canadian manufacturers say trade regulations affecting their business, but remain confident
The Sage Research survey says 89% of Canadian respondents admit that changes to import/export conditions are having a “high” or “very high” impact on their strategic decision-making
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Canadian Food Innovators Network launches to support industry innovation
The food and beverage processing sector is getting $30 million to accelerate product development, innovation and technology adoption
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Moon back in NASA’s court 50 years after 1st lunar landing
Project Artemis, as it’s called after the twin sister of Greek mythology’s Apollo, aims for a landing on the moon’s south pole
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Companies using technology to close the gender gap, but experts warn of pitfalls
The Bank of Nova Scotia analyzed data to come up with key metrics intended to strip out unconscious bias in promotion decisions
