Data & Insights “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” No, not the holidays. Spotify Wrapped came out last week and it was ChatGPT's first birthday! Brian Higdon December 4, 2023December 4, 2023 3 min read Editor's ChoiceAIData & InsightsData VisualizationChatGPT 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Top 10 2023 DSI Content Picks for Digital Leaders DSI The Digital Shelf Institute (DSI) is committed to igniting your passion for what’s possible in the world of digital commerce. With our prolific podcast series, extensive research, and forward-thinking thought leadership from digital leaders, you’ll get the answers to your burning commerce questions. As we close out 2023, here are the DSI’s top 10 content […] Digital Shelf Institute December 11, 2023December 11, 2023 9 min read Technology & InnovationAIMerchandisingMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsOmnichannelStrategyConsumersData & InsightsAmazonShoppersCompetitionColgate-PalmoliveMarketing: UGCPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In Store84.51KrogerExecutivesDept. FreshMarketing: ShopperPricing & PromotionsCOVID19PartnershipsDept. NonfoodMarketing: OOHAgenciesTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer The Secret Behind Quick-Turn Merch: A Strong Partner From Barbie to the Super Mario Brothers movie and even the debut of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s electrifying relationship, the last few months have been filled with pop culture moments that have captivated almost the entire world. Everywhere you look, someone is talking about these moments. To take the obsession even further, it seems […] Retail TouchPoints December 11, 2023December 11, 2023 3 min read PartnershipsInternationalConsumersShoppersTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelPricing & PromotionsTargetData & InsightsDept. NonfoodDeliveryMarketing: UGCOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing 3 Things Connected TV Can Do that Linear Can’t This year for the first time ever, the viewership share of linear television (i.e. traditional broadcast and cable) has fallen below 50%, according to Neilsen. But it’s not that people aren’t watching TV; it’s just that they are no longer watching it the way they used to: streaming is rapidly taking over and now represents […] Retail TouchPoints December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 4 min read Marketing: BroadcastStreamingMarketing: Digital MediaESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaConsumersTargetResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsSustainabilityData & InsightsDept. NonfoodInsight ProvidersOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsPop UpsShoppersStore LocationBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Permission Marketing We’re nearing the twenty-fifth anniversary of Seth Godin’s prescient book, Permission Marketing. Published in early 1999, Permission Marketing set the stage for modern marketing. Many of the marketing tools, channels, and technology have changed or evolved in the past quarter-century (although email has surprisingly remained a fixture), but the ideal of Permission Marketing is as […] Tom Fishburne December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 3 min read Fun & HumorTechnology & InnovationAISponsoredConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Grocerant Niche Holiday Meal Deals Check them Out Regular readers of this blog know that Winsight grocery magazine is being rolled into Supermarket News. Last week Russell Redman wrote another very good article for about grocery stores that are offering mix and match bundled grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat meal deals that save the consumer both time and money. According to Steven […] Grocerant Guru December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 5 min read Holiday & EventsDept. FreshDept. GroceryRegional GroceryData & InsightsDept. BeverageTargetAlbertsons / SafewayDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyBOPISDept. DeliHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicDept. BakeryDeliveryConsumersShoppersThe Fresh MarketBrick and MortarDept. FuelMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. FrozenFood DeliveryInstacartDept. PerimeterDoorDashEconomyInternational - UKTwitterMerchandisingNestleOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. Adult BevUbereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Poetry. “Prose: words in their best order; poetry: the best words in the best order.” ―Samuel Taylor Coleridge “As it happens, I am still committed to the idea that the ability to think for one’s self depends upon one’s mastery of the language.” ―Joan Didion Poetry is a form of “accelerated thinking”. Poems combine depth of […] Rishad Tobaccowala December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 3 min read Data & InsightsLegal & CriminalGeneral BusinessUnileverPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationStrategyGovernmentDept. PetDept. OTCDept. HBCDept. DairyDept. BeverageBrick and MortarAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize names Alex Holt chief sustainability officer [[“value”:”Alex succeeds Jan Ernst de Groot who will retire in May”]] Supermarket News December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dollar General CEO has a comeback plan [[“value”:”More shopper interaction and better inventory management are just two areas of improvement”]] Supermarket News December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesDollar GeneralShoppersOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dollar General Plans 800 New Stores, 1,500 Remodels in FY 2024 Dollar General is planning approximately 2,385 real estate projects for fiscal year 2024, including about 800 new store openings (including approximately 30 pOpshelf openings and 15 new stores in Mexico), along with 1,500 store renovations and 85 store relocations. While this would be an ambitious growth plan for any retailer, it actually represents a “modest […] Retail TouchPoints December 10, 2023December 10, 2023 2 min read Dollar GeneralBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesShoppersInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Social MediaStore LocationConsumersMeta (Facebook)Results & InvestmentEconomyStrategyDept. ApparelSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart can’t predict how shoppers will spend in 2024 [[“value”:”CEO Doug McMillon says there are some red flags, even in grocery”]] Supermarket News December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read WalmartShoppersPredictions and ForecastsExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Here are the 3 top risks facing McDonald’s heading into 2024 [[“value”:”McDonald’s held an investor day Wednesday that focused on the company’s long-term future, but the near term could bring more turbulence.”]] CNBC December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read RestaurantsPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Cats, Dogs, Crafts and Christmas: Michaels and PetSmart Cross-Promote for the Holidays Michaels and PetSmart might not seem like the most logical marketing partners (although cats do love to play with yarn), but they are nevertheless teaming up for a limited-time holiday cross-promotion. Michaels’ email subscribers have received a 20% off PetSmart coupon (good through Dec. 10 and only in the U.S.), while members of the PetSmart […] Retail TouchPoints December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInstacartDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarUbereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Building an Adult Beverage Challenger Brand with Flying Embers’ Ben Galvin The CPGGUYS are joined in this episode by Ben Galvin, VP of Sales, National Accounts at Flying Embers, a hand-crafted, alcohol beverage brand based in Ventura, California that develops great-tasting botanical brews with functional benefits. Follow Ben Galvin on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-galvin-a62aa35/Follow Flying Embers on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flying-embers/Follow Flying Embers online at:https://www.flyingembers.com/ Ben answers these […] The CPG Guys December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 2 min read Dept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaDept. Adult BevPodcastsMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsGovernmentTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeResults & InvestmentConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Restaurants Get Ready As Customers Are on Their Way It looks as if this is going to be one of the best holiday seasons for the restaurant sector, and that is simply good news according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Yes, consumers are choosing restaurants this holiday season, according to a new National Restaurant Association survey showing two-thirds (63 […] Grocerant Guru December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 3 min read RestaurantsConsumersDept. GroceryHoliday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)TwitterDeliveryESG and CSRShoppersThick DataDept. BeverageAssociatesStrategyTikTokExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Michelle Gass to take over as Levi’s CEO in January [[“value”:”The former chief executive of Kohl’s will step into the role, succeeding Chip Bergh, as the company continues to transition to a DTC-first approach.”]] RetailDive December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesKohlsDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Datassential launches platform for food industry collaboration [[“value”:” The platform will feature access to operator and consumer research and market outlooks as well as in-person and virtual engagements. “]] 0 Author Missing December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Aldi opens nearly a dozen stores across 10 states in December [[“value”:”10 ribbon cuttings happened on Dec. 7″]] Supermarket News December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Regional GroceryBrick and MortarAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Michelle Gass to Take the Reins at Levi’s when CEO Chip Bergh Retires in 2024 Current Levi Strauss & Co. President Michelle Gass will succeed CEO Chip Bergh when he retires next year, the company’s board of directors has announced. Gass will formally take the reins on Jan. 29, 2024, a few months prior to Bergh’s departure, which is scheduled for April 26, 2024. Bergh has been elected as Executive […] Retail TouchPoints December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 3 min read ExecutivesDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsKohlsOmnichannelResults & InvestmentAssociatesAcquisitionInternationalCOVID19Brick and MortarStart UpsConsumersMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationOwned Brands (Private Label)Sustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Four Principles For Designing A Retail Space Design is a key aspect of setting up a retail space, as the aesthetic appeal of a business can greatly improve its chances of success. This is because retail stores that are created with their customers and design trends in mind are typically inviting and interesting to look at, which encourages people to come in […] Retail Minded December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 2 min read ShoppersTargetMerchandisingStore LocationShopifyDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreDept. HBCConsumersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Market conditions ripe for rise in incidents of food fraud The FDA estimated the global cost of food fraud may range from $10 billion to $40 billion per year. Food Business News December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Legal & CriminalDept. GroceryGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Despite Black Friday blockbuster, Lululemon maintains its holiday outlook [[“value”:” Dive Brief The brand continues to defy expectations, but may finally be approaching a plateau as competition rises and consumers remain cautious. Published Dec. 8, 2023 A Lululemon mall store. The brand opened 14 net new stores in Q3, ending with 686, and has plans for about 25 more by the end of the […] RetailDive December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. ApparelBrick and MortarConsumersCompetitionMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Torrid Q3 net sales drop, swings to net loss [[“value”:” Dive Brief The apparel and accessories brand updated its full-year guidance again and permanently appointed Paula Dempsey as its new CFO. Published Dec. 8, 2023 A Torrid storefront. The brand opened five stores during its third quarter. Daphne Howland/Retail Dive “]] RetailDive December 9, 2023December 9, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarDept. ApparelExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy FDA proposes four-part food waste reduction strategy [[“value”:” Public comments for the draft strategy opened on Dec. 5 and will remain open for 30 days. “]] 0 Author Missing December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityStrategyGovernmentDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Survey: Hunger impacts nearly a third of U.S. residents [[“value”:”Hello Fresh report shows more than two-thirds of respondents want brands and organizations to take action on food insecurity.”]] Supermarket News December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 < 1 min read Thick DataHello FreshDept. GroceryDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FaceTime with the Content Guy: Leyland Lessons Jim Leyland, who won more than 1700 games as a manager with four different teams, and earned one World Championship and three pennants, was elected this week to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. What was remarkable about all the stories was how they sounded a common theme about this management style, which offers all […] MorningNewsBeat December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsDept. Toys & GamesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Friday Eye-Opener: The AI That Shot Liberty Valance by Kevin Coupe There was nothing artificial this week about the indignation and alarm that arose after it was announced that Calm – a popular sleep and meditation app – now is offering a new bedtime story – read by an AI-created version of actor Jimmy Stewart. Stewart – who was a major Hollywood star […] MorningNewsBeat December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIUnileverPepsiCoLegal & CriminalGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Pilots New Grocery Delivery Subscription Program The Information reports that Amazon is testing a new grocery delivery subscription in three US cities – Denver, Sacramento and Columbus – that will offer “unlimited deliveries on orders over $35 from Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh to Prime members who pay an extra $9.99 per month.” The story notes that “grocery delivery used to […] MorningNewsBeat December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 2 min read AmazonWhole FoodsDeliveryDept. FreshPricing & PromotionsStreamingShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Starbucks tells union it wants to resume contract talks in January [[“value”:”The potential restart of talks could open a window to resolve a stalemate in one of the most high-profile labor disputes in the U.S. in recent years.”]] CNBC December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 < 1 min read AssociatesRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Tests Out New Prime Benefit — Grocery Delivery Amazon is piloting an add-on grocery subscription for Prime members in three cities that will give members access to unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Whole Foods Market and Amazon Fresh, as well as unlimited 30-minute pickup on orders of any size. The service — which is being tested in Denver, Sacramento, Calif. […] Retail TouchPoints December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 2 min read AmazonDeliveryBrick and MortarDept. FreshHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaHoliday & EventsShoppersWhole FoodsDept. Natural / OrganicRegional GroceryPricing & PromotionsExecutivesBOPISMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation From vision to reality: how outsourced development drives results In an era where technology is the foundation of business growth, Vodworks emerges as a pivotal player in the realm of software and product engineering services. Specialising in consulting, outsourcing, and augmented team solutions, Vodworks is the strategic partner for businesses seeking to navigate and conquer their most complex technical challenges. This article explores how […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIStrategyPredictions and ForecastsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsResults & InvestmentTech: IoTSustainabilityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodData & InsightsConsultingPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats NRF Retracts Claim that Organized Retail Crime Accounted for ‘Nearly Half’ of Retail Shrink The National Retail Federation (NRF) has updated a report that had attributed “nearly half” of 2021’s $94.5 billion in retail shrink to organized retail crime, saying the data point was part of two-year-old testimony to a U.S. Senate committee by Ben Dugan, former President of the Organized Retail Crime Resource Center. The NRF report was […] Written by Retail TouchPoints December 7, 2023December 7, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Corporate Strategy Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walmart’s hiring and wage pressures have eased, CEO says Walmart CEO Doug McMillon also said artificial intelligence is changing employees’ roles across stores and in warehouses. Written by CNBC December 6, 2023December 7, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Regional grocers’ e-commerce sales slip in Q3, research finds The drop is due to a higher rate of lapsed shoppers who have either gone back to in-store buying or switched to a competitor’s online services, a new Brick Meets Click and Mercatus report found. Written by Grocery Dive December 6, 2023December 7, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Corporate Strategy Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Walmart CEO says consumers may not be as resilient next year, even as deflation starts to show In a CNBC interview, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said the discounter is gearing up for a year when it faces tougher comparisons because of falling prices. Written by CNBC December 6, 2023December 7, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Trends & External Forces DoorDash named one of Fortune’s Future 50 Companies The delivery company made the list out of 1,000 publicly traded companies that were considered Written by Supermarket News December 6, 2023December 7, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked