Shopper & Customer Consumers hate paying for return shipping — it tops jury duty and the DMV in annoyance factor, report finds Consumers hate paying for return shipping. But as retailers struggle to keep costs in check, those fees may only increase. CNBC October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 < 1 min read ConsumersOperations & Supply ChainDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food New Meateors brand targets meat snacking category Pork Farms is launching a new meat snacking brand called Meateors – ready-to-eat pork meatballs. The manufacturer says its new brand is being introduced to “meet the rising demand for high-protein, on-the-go meat snacks and addresses the gap for consumers seeking alternatives to chicken”. Meateors… This story continues at New Meateors brand targets meat snacking […] Talking Retail October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. FreshConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Cadbury announces Great Retail Ideas Exchange competition winners Cadbury has announced the winners of its Great Retail Ideas Exchange competition, created to celebrate the brand’s 200th anniversary and show its thanks to the retailers who have helped support the brand throughout its long history. At the beginning of 2024, taking inspiration from Cadbury’s… This story continues at Cadbury announces Great Retail Ideas Exchange […] Talking Retail October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 < 1 min read CompetitionMondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights What Retail C-Suite Executives Should Keep in Mind when Adapting to Apple Intelligence The introduction of Apple Intelligence aims to set a new standard in AI by integrating powerful generative models with personal context into Apple products. This tool is paving the way for smarter, more intuitive interactions across Apple’s platforms. For retailers, this shift presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly in the realm of content creation and […] Retail TouchPoints October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIExecutivesShoppersConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Social MediaConsultingThick DataChatGPTDept. NonfoodDeliveryDept. BeverageMetaverseTech: AR and VR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance PepsiCo Shares Q3 2024 Results and Lowers Financial Forecast PepsiCo has revealed its Q3 results and cut its guidance for 2024. RetailWire October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 < 1 min read PepsiCoTrends: FinanceResults & InvestmentPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Customer Personalization, Retail Media and Unified ID’s with RR Donnelley’s Matt Tilley The CPGGUYS are joined in this episode by Matt Tilley, the Vice President of Growth Marketing for RR Donnelley, a trusted global provider of marketing, packaging, print and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. He works behind the scenes crafting marketing campaigns and on stages and screens presenting or conducting […] The CPG Guys October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersMarketing: Retail MediaShoppersMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPackagingStreamingData & InsightsOmnichannelStore LocationSponsoredPredictions and ForecastsDept. HBCOperations & Supply ChainEconomyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Shopper 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Jack’s Abby Parent Company to Acquire Night Shift Brewing; Hendler Family Brewing Targets 100,000 Barrels in 2025 Jack’s Abby and Hendler Family Brewing Company (HFB) are adding another Massachusetts brewery to their portfolio. HFB has agreed to purchase Everett, Massachusetts-based Night Shift Brewing. Financial details were not disclosed. Brewbound October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsAcquisitionResults & InvestmentDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category C-Stores Finding Success by Luring Fast-Food Customers to Boost Sales and Profits Over the last decade, convenience stores (C-stores) have evolved into formidable competitors for fast-food restaurants. From KFC’s fried chicken to McDonald’s burgers, traditional fast-food chains are now facing stiff competition as C-stores leverage their strategic locations, evolving menus, and technology-driven operations to attract hungry consumers. According to Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, […] Grocerant Guru October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarData & InsightsRestaurantsShoppersTechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. FuelDept. FreshWaWaSustainabilityMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationMarketing: In StoreTwitterMeta (Facebook)Customer ExperienceCompetitionHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsUnileverESG and CSRAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Finding the Right Financing for Your First Big Purchase Order The moment has finally arrived. You’ve connected with a retail buyer on RangeMe or at an ECRM Session, and after subsequent follow up meetings you’ve landed a large purchase order. All of the hard work – the numerous phone calls, emails, sending product samples out to various members of the retail organization – has finally […] RangeMe October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 4 min read Results & InvestmentVendorsData & InsightsBankruptcyStrategyShoppersNestleDept. DairyDept. BeverageCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Finding Success in a Saturated Market: Niche Product Startups That Stand Out Starting a business can be challenging, especially in today’s fast-paced and competitive market. With the rise of technology and social media, it seems like everyone is starting their own business and attempting to make it big. This can make it difficult for new product startups to stand out and find success. In a saturated market, […] Retail Bound October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 4 min read ShoppersTargetCompetitionTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaConsumersPartnershipsESG and CSRData & InsightsDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook)PackagingDept. FreshMarketing: BrandMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Robinsons squash teams up with new Wicked film for on-pack promotion Squash brand Robinsons has teamed up with Universal Pictures to celebrate the release of the new Wicked film. Activity includes an on-pack promotion across its Double Concentrate and Ready to Drink Raspberry & Apple offerings, available now while stocks last. Managed retail stores will be… This story continues at Robinsons squash teams up with new […] Talking Retail October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Reese’s Fast Break bar to hit shelves The Reese’s brand is expanding its UK portfolio with the launch of the Reese’s Fast Break bar, a combination of chewy nougat and peanut butter in a milk chocolate-flavour coating. The launch aims to add a fresh twist to traditional chocolate bars, says Reese’s, which… This story continues at Reese’s Fast Break bar to hit […] Talking Retail October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read International - UKDept. FreshDept. DairyDept. BeverageDept. BakeryChewy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Save A Lot makes first move into on-demand, online grocery delivery warehouses with Fabric and Uber tie up Save A Lot, a discount grocery chain in the US, and Fabric, an automation solutions specialist, have announced a new partnership to provide on-demand grocery delivery with the opening of a Brooklyn-based micro fulfilment centre. This is part of a larger expansion, which includes a push into New York to enhance last mile delivery options. Orders […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationSave A LotConsumersDeliveryData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsShoppersCustomer ExperienceOmnichannelInternational - UKSponsoredRegional GroceryPredictions and ForecastsStrategyDept. FreshExecutivesEconomyDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryTrends: TechTwitterUbereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Why Home Depot is turning to DIY as its retail media network scales up Executives at Advertising Week detailed how the home improvement retailer added a self-service offering to Orange Apron Media. MarketingDive October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaHome DepotExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Albertsons Media Network Partners with Consumer Rewards App Fetch Albertsons Media Collective will integrate rewards app Fetch into its retail media network (RMN) offerings, using Fetch Points to incentivize consumers to try products, add more to shopping carts and maintain relationships with their favorite brands. The new service is designed to expand the Albertsons’ RMN service offerings to CPG brands seeking to drive retailer-specific […] Retail TouchPoints October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 2 min read ConsumersAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryPartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaInternationalMondelezShoppersMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaStreamingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: ShopperPricing & PromotionsMarketing: In StoreAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Crowns & Hops Steps Away from Circle of Crowns Beverage Group and Inglewood Taproom; Focused on Supporting Distribution Growth Crowns & Hops has stepped away from the Circle of Crowns Beverage Group (CCBG), the strategic alliance that was formed earlier this year with fellow California-based and Black-owned beverage brand Full Circle Brewing, as well as the latter’s sibling brands Speakeasy Ales and Lagers and Sonoma Cider. Brewbound October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageOperations & Supply ChainDept. Adult BevInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Does Subway’s Current Marketing Resonate Better Inside the US or Outside the US? Subway, one of the world’s largest quick-service brands, has been on a mission to reinvigorate its business, and its marketing strategy plays a critical role. Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® asks is Subway’s current marketing approach resonating more effectively inside the U.S. or outside? Success does leave clues […] Grocerant Guru October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 5 min read RestaurantsInternationalConsumersData & InsightsHealth & WellnessBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. FreshShoppersAcquisitionPartnershipsStrategyResults & InvestmentTargetDeliveryMarketing: BrandDept. NonfoodInternational - North AmericaMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsDept. FuelWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Transformation as a Calling with Greg Merrill, Nike’s Former Global Head of Digital Transformation Joining us for the first of our interviews recorded in the Scratch Event DJs remote podcast studio at the Revtech Rev Summit in Dallas is Greg Merrill, most recently global head of digital transformation at Nike. Greg draws on his extensive start-up experience, board advisory roles, and his just completed tenure at global powerhouse Nike, to […] Remarkable Retail Podcast October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelInternational - North AmericaExecutivesDept. GroceryAmazonPredictions and ForecastsStreamingPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)TikTokStrategyMarketing: BroadcastGoogleESG and CSRData & InsightsStart UpsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Go Global snaps up Hatch maternity brand The label will team up with Janie and Jack, an upscale children’s apparel retailer the investment platform acquired from Gap Inc. in 2021. RetailDive October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights What is E-Commerce Automation And How It Works For Your Business Did you know that e-commerce sales are expected to grow to $6.3 trillion in 2024 and $7.9 trillion by 2027? Verdict: E-commerce is growing. And the result — competing businesses, especially market leaders are keen to lean on innovation in order to stay relevant and at the top. If you’d like to be a part […] 0 Author Missing October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 7 min read Data & InsightsShoppersDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceDept. NonfoodMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTechnology & InnovationReturnsPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionHoliday & EventsOmnichannelESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaPackagingShopifyStore LocationTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Saudi Arabia to Host the Multilateral Industrial Policy Forum in October 2024 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is reinforcing its strategic partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to support sustainable and inclusive industrial development. This collaboration aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030. As part of its ongoing efforts, the Kingdom aims to bridge the development gap […] Bigtechnology October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 3 min read InternationalSustainabilityPartnershipsEconomyPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainInclusivityGovernmentDept. PerimeterDept. FuelDept. FreshAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees NLRB hits Amazon with joint employer lawsuit, deepening drivers’ union saga [[“value”:”The company discriminated against unionizing employees and refused to collectively bargain with them, the board said in a complaint.”]] RetailDive October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesLegal & CriminalAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Albertsons’ retail media arm adds 3 new executives The new hires come as the grocery company continues to forge ahead with its retail media capabilities and reach. Grocery Dive October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaRegional GroceryExecutivesAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery DoorDash expands Wegmans partnership, adds 4 local grocers to marketplace The company continues to link up with regional and specialty grocers as it expands its delivery services beyond restaurants. Grocery Dive October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read WegmansRegional GroceryPartnershipsFood DeliveryDoorDashRestaurantsDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food PepsiCo trims revenue outlook as North American snacking, key international markets lag PepsiCo lowered its full-year outlook for organic revenue but reiterated its forecast for its earnings growth. CNBC October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read PepsiCoInternationalResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Forecourt operator launches game with £10,000 top prize Motor Fuel Group (MFG), which has well over 1,000 forecourt stores across the UK, is introducing its first “Wheel 2 Win” web app game with a £10,000 prize draw. The game is designed to boost footfall across MFG’s 1,200 Londis, Budgens and Morrisons Daily stores.… This story continues at Forecourt operator launches game with £10,000 […] Talking Retail October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarDept. FuelInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Finnish co-operative retailer S Group deploys Pricer digital solution in over 100 additional stores Within a five-year framework agreement signed in 2023, and after deploying the 300 initially planned stores during the past year, Finnish retailer S Group has moved to the next wave of installations of Pricer’s in-store communication and automation solution. More than 100 stores will be equipped during the first half of 2025. The focus will […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationBrick and MortarData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreOmnichannelMerchandisingPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStrategySponsoredShoppersSustainabilityPackagingInternational - UKMarketing: TradeTrends: TechExecutivesDept. NonfoodTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FDA Updates Salmonella Egg Recall to Emergency Class 1 The Food and Drug Administration has updated an egg recall linked to Salmonella to Class 1 due to the chance of fatality. RetailWire October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: HBC Walmart and Sam’s Club Join Dolly Parton To Commit Millions to Hurricane Helene Relief Those impacted by Hurricane Helene will have resources available to begin rebuilding their lives thanks to Walmart and Dolly Parton. RetailWire October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read WeatherWalmartColgate-Palmolive 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumers’ Alcohol Spending Away From Home Increases; On-Premise Channel Still Evolving Consumer spending on food and beverages away from home continues to account for the majority of food and beverage costs, National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) chief economist and VP of analytics Lester Jones said during the trade organization’s Annual Convention last week in San Diego. Brewbound October 8, 2024October 8, 2024 < 1 min read ConsumersDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. GroceryData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Ranked: The Fastest Shrinking Jobs in the U.S. (2023-2033F) See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Ranked: Occupations With the Most Projected Job Cuts This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. As the economy shifts, the employment landscape changes. […] Written by Visual Capitalist September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces US Government Accuses Visa of Being an Illegal Monopoly The Department of Justice alleges Visa has an excessive stranglehold on debit card transactions. Written by RetailWire September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Holiday & Events Merchandising Stores & Formats Adobe Predicts 8.4% Growth in Online Holiday Sales, Driven by Discounting Adobe expects U.S. online sales to hit a record $240.8 billion this holiday shopping season (covering the period from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31), representing 8.4% growth year-over-year. Shopping on mobile devices also is expected to hit a new milestone, growing 12.8% YoY to contribute a record $128.1 billion, which would represent a 53.2% share of online spend this season […] Written by Retail TouchPoints September 26, 2024September 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Retail Ecosystem Trends & External Forces Future of Marketing: Part One Today, we’re kicking off a special two-part series answering your questions about all things marketing. Scott puts on his professor hat and answers your questions surrounding common marketing misconceptions, the power of community-driven marketing, and what the future holds for the industry. Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy “The […] Written by The Prof G Show September 20, 2024September 20, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Charted: Maxed-Out Credit Cards by Generation See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Credit Card Utilization By Generation This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. In the first quarter of 2024, the nationwide aggregate credit card […] Written by Visual Capitalist September 20, 2024September 20, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked