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Kohl’s to Open 100 New Small-Format Stores

The retailer is also testing self-checkout

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2 years ago

May 28, 2022

VMSD Staff

Kohl’s to Open 100 New Small-Format Stores — The entry to a Kohl's small-format store. Courtesy of Kohl's.

The entry to a Kohl’s small-format store. Courtesy of Kohl’s.

Kohl’s (Menomonee Falls, WI) announced new plans to invest in its physical stores, including the opening of 100 small-format locations over the next four years.

The retailer’s expansion of its small-format concept comes after an initial pilot program consisting of 20 such stores. A Kohl’s small-format store measures approximately 35,000 square feet compared to the 80,000-square-foot average of a traditional location.

The department store chain is also testing self-checkout and is planning an expanded rollout of self-serve returns, which are currently available in more than 100 stores. Additionally, the company says BOPIS service will be available in all stores by the end of the year.

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