Channel: Mass Why every brand needs an audience insights platform Trying to connect with consumers without using an audience insights platform is like trying to nail jello to a wall. No matter how hard you try, nothing you do will stick. To stand out in a fiercely competitive market, you need to know who your customers are, what they want, and how they behave. Whether […] GWI (Global Web Index) April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 4 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationConsumersAITargetData VisualizationStrategyMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsShoppersBig DataGamingGovernmentHealth & WellnessESG and CSRDept. FuelInternational - UKMarketing: BrandPredictions and ForecastsTrends: Consumer 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Kroger edges out H-E-B as biggest grocer in metro Houston Walmart comes in a close third place Supermarket News April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryKrogerHEBWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass New staff headsets target small convenience operators A new lightweight headset designed for small and medium-size retail outlets such as convenience stores has been launched today at the National Convenience Show in Birmingham. Manufacturer VoCoVo says the VoCoVo Link wearable devices are aimed at improving team communication and safety and enable team… This story continues at New staff headsets target small convenience […] Talking Retail April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read TargetAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart becomes first brand in Roblox to enable physical purchases as it goes live with groundbreaking pilot Walmart is now able to sell physical goods directly to users inside Roblox. From today, Walmart Discovered users will be able to have real-life items shipped directly to their doorsteps. They will be greeted with a new storefront showcasing virtual twins of select items sold at physical Walmart stores. The feature will be gated specifically […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 29, 2024May 1, 2024 2 min read WalmartGamingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaTwitterPredictions and ForecastsEconomyPartnershipsConsumersExecutivesDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Digital Marketing Dynamics of 2024 In the age-old art of marketing, digital terrain is forging a new method for brands to interact with consumers. As we look forward to 2024, the engagement of consumers in the digital sphere, specifically in marketing, cannot be missed. The importance of this interaction in the marketing activities’ revitalization and engagement cannot be overemphasized. Marketers […] Martechcube April 29, 2024April 30, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaTech: AR and VRESG and CSRsocial commerceTwitterTargetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMetaverseThick DataMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodGooglePartnershipsPricing & PromotionsSustainabilityTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass How Has Customer Experience Been Transforming and What Value It Holds In The Future? From brick-and-mortar to e-commerce, businesses have been running successfully all these years by building their foundation on just a question — “What do customers want?” In the case of physical stores, products of good quality, stores with sufficient inventory, convenient locations, interactions from the staff, etc, were some of the primary things customers considered as […] Latest Shipment April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsCustomer ExperienceShoppersTechnology & InnovationAIPredictions and ForecastsDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionReturnsAcquisitionPricing & PromotionsBrick and MortarCompetitionDept. NonfoodConsumersOmnichannelAssociatesConsultingTargetMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Five social media hacks to promote your e-commerce business Social media has become an important part of promoting most e-commerce businesses, particularly these days when one viral TikTok video can send sales skyrocketing. Many websites are now even keeping an eye out on TikTok for what the hottest products are, while there’s still also tons of value across the likes of Facebook, Twitter and […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Social MediaESG and CSRTargetData & InsightsMeta (Facebook)TikTokMarketing: TradeMarketing: UGCSponsoredResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsDept. HBCTwitterDept. NonfoodInternational - UKDept. ApparelAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass The Imperative of Ethical Packaging Practices for Preserving Consumer Trust In today’s market landscape, ethical, political and environmental considerations increasingly sway consumer purchasing decisions, particularly when it comes to packaging. Studies indicate that consumers are willing to put their money where their mouth is, with products that make environmental, social and governance-related claims seeing disproportionate growth over products that don’t make such claims, achieving a […] Retail TouchPoints April 27, 2024April 27, 2024 3 min read PackagingSustainabilityConsumersESG and CSREconomyInclusivityOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryConsultingThick DataGovernmentHealth & WellnessResults & InvestmentTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass UrbanStems Expands Same-Day Delivery to 4 New Markets via Walmart GoLocal Just in time for Mother’s Day May 12, UrbanStems has added same-day delivery in four major markets by expanding its partnership with the Walmart GoLocal white-label fulfillment service. Customers in Chicago, Dallas, Miami and Atlanta join those in Washington, D.C., New York and Los Angeles who can now take advantage of same-day delivery of UrbanStems’ […] Retail TouchPoints April 27, 2024April 27, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart+ Members will Get First Dibs on New Products During 24-Hour Event From 12 noon ET on Monday, April 29 through noon on April 30, the Walmart+ Early Access online sales event will offer program members a curated assortment of products new to Walmart — including Dolly Parton’s Rockin’ New Baking Collection, Doritos Flamin’ Hot Mystery Flavor, Pampers diapers and men’s and women’s shoes from Reebok. “Walmart+ […] Retail TouchPoints April 26, 2024May 1, 2024 2 min read WalmartMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAmazonHoliday & EventsGovernmentDeliveryDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaWhole FoodsDept. ApparelDept. BabyProcter & GambleMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass The Friday Checkout: Grocers turn to loyalty programs to battle the likes of Aldi, Walmart Promoting value and rewarding loyal customers are critical as supermarkets go head-to-head with discounters. Grocery Dive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Rob Walton ends long-standing tenure on Walmart board The eldest son of founder Sam Walton has been with the company since 1969 — even longer if you count his job at his father’s original five-and-dime. RetailDive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Walmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass How Bark is Creating Products and Experiences that Pups (and Pup Parents) Love Americans spent $136.8 billion on their pets in 2022, up from $123.6 billion in 2021, according to the American Pet Products Association. Half of these pet-owning households are run by millennials and Gen Zers, who don’t just look at their pets as “furry friends” but as their children. Bark is one company that is laser-focused […] Retail TouchPoints April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 5 min read Dept. PetConsumersPartnershipsData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryShoppersMarketing: Social MediaTargetPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesAcquisitionConagraThick DataDept. Natural / OrganicESG and CSRMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Rebag, Newegg Join Growing List of Retailers Launching Membership Programs Membership programs are quickly becoming 2024’s hottest accessory, whether you’re a luxury resale platform or an electronics ecommerce site. Online marketplaces Rebag and Newegg have joined the growing roster of retailers launching membership programs. This year alone, the list of retailers that have launched or beefed up their loyalty and membership programs includes Albertsons, Carter’s, PetSmart, Target, Sunglass […] Retail TouchPoints April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 2 min read RecommerceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsReturnsRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPricing & PromotionsLowesCVSTargetMarketing: TradeMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDeliveryBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutivesResults & InvestmentDept. HBCDept. Consumer ElectronicsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart Releases 2024 Annual Report and Proxy Statement BENTONVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) issued its 2024 Annual Report and filed its Proxy Statement today in preparation for the company’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. 2024 Walmart Proxy Statement Highlights Rob Walton announcing he will retire from the Board at the conclusion of his current term on June 5, 2024. […] BusinessWire - Supermarket April 26, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass TelevisaUnivision to Debut Shoppable TV Experience at Latin American Music Awards Spanish-language media and content company TelevisaUnivision has partnered with Shopsense AI to make some of its programming, on both linear and streaming platforms, shoppable. Using onscreen QR codes and dedicated URLs, the Shopsense technology makes onscreen content shoppable via mobile devices by directing viewers to a show-specific digital store. The partnership will kick off […] Retail TouchPoints April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsMarketing: BroadcastIndustry Conferences and EventsMarketing: Retail MediaStreamingMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Social MediaConsumersAmazonMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaExecutivesWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass 2024 Annual Marketing Report 2024 Annual Marketing Report Maximizing ROI in a fragmented world Discover how global marketers are allocating budgets, measuring success and what these trends mean for your own impact planning. Download the report 2024 Annual Marketing Report Maximizing ROI in a fragmented world Discover how global marketers are allocating budgets, measuring success and what these trends […] Nielsen April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsInsight ProvidersBig DataDanoneData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaReturnsTechnology & InnovationStrategyThick DataDept. NonfoodStreamingOperations & Supply ChainTargetESG and CSREconomyConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Video Forum: Kevin Host, Walmart Kevin Host, senior vice president of pharmacy at Walmart and incoming NACDS chairman, talks about the state of the association and the industry it represents. Host discusses his priorities at NACDS, including DIR reform and expanded scope of practice for pharmacists, as well as efforts to foster innovation and build synergies between pharmacy and the […] MMR April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartDept. PharmacyExecutivesTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart removes self-checkout from select stores The retailer joins other Target, Dollar General and other chains in recalibrating its reliance on self-service and rethinking the checkout experience. Grocery Dive April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTech: CashierlessBrick and MortarDollar GeneralTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Making AI Really Work for Retail Like every industry, retail is experiencing an artificial intelligence boom — and like other industries that operate with such small profit margins, any competitive edge is not only welcome but necessary to survive. AI offers benefits in five key areas for retailers: personalization, visual search, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), predictive analytics, and […] TotalRetail April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersCustomer ExperienceData & InsightsTech: AR and VRWalmartMarketing: VoiceMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsTargetCOVID19ConsumersBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainInternational - North AmericaMetaversePackagingDept. ApparelPricing & PromotionsMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Technical glitch disrupts Sainsbury’s morning deliveries Sainsbury’s faced a delivery setback this morning, as a technical glitch cancelled several customer deliveries. The supermarket giant confirmed via a post on X (formerly Twitter) that technical difficulties caused the disruptions. @sainsburys I’m assuming my order is cancelled too? No email, no text and finding information out on here, nothing official – not ideal! […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Social MediaTwitterTechnology & InnovationShoppersPredictions and ForecastsTescoESG and CSRDept. GroceryDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target’s April 2024 Circle Sale was its largest by sales lift Track General Merchandise spending free Access chart in Dash. Target’s April Circle Sale generated 7% more sales than the weekly average in the previous 4 weeks according to Earnest credit card data. This represents a 2 point acceleration in the Circle Sale’s contribution to Target’s topline compared to Target’s October sale. Target Circle is a […] Earnest Research April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read TargetData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsData VisualizationAmazonMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. NonfoodConsumersDept. ApparelDeliveryMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Jason Wu Beauty lands in over 3,000 CVS stores The partnership adds to the beauty brand’s distribution channels, which also include Target and J.C. Penney. RetailDive April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCCVSBrick and MortarTargetPartnershipsOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass RTIC Outdoors expands into Walmart The drinkware and cooler brand is selling 55 of its best-selling products in 3,800 of the mass merchant’s stores as well as on its website. RetailDive April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Reiser’s Pieces: Rebalancing Brand vs. Performance Marketing to Accelerate Growth Funny how quickly things change. Remember when a prominent speaker at Cannes this past June declared, “The era of the brand is over!” and escalated the debate about how to invest marketing dollars? Flash-forward to December, though, and over a third of marketers told WARC they planned to significantly increase their brand marketing while lowering […] Market Performance Group April 24, 2024April 25, 2024 6 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: Retail MediaResults & InvestmentMarketing: BrandShoppersStreamingOmnichannelMarketing: BroadcastPackagingData & InsightsTargetCOVID19Marketing: ShopperMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStrategyMarketing: Digital MediaHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Streaming Platforms Must Become Performance Channels To Stay On Wall Street’s Good Side Streaming services with the best chances of survival are those that can turn their media into a performance marketing channel with targeting and attribution that looks and feels like digital advertising – at least according to investors on Wall Street. The post Streaming Platforms Must Become Performance Channels To Stay On Wall Street’s Good Side […] AdExchanger April 24, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read StreamingMarketing: Digital MediaEconomyData & InsightsResults & InvestmentTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Marketers Spend on New Technologies While Battling Usage and Impact Challenges The 32nd edition of The CMO Survey examines reoccurring questions related to marketing spending and performance, marketing leadership, and marketing jobs. In addition, managing marketing technology, generative AI, growth, and sustainability are special topics covered in this edition. Here are top takeaways, based on a sample of 292 marketing leaders at for-profit U.S. companies, 94% […] 0 Author Missing April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIThick DataExecutivesDept. NonfoodSustainabilityEconomyStrategyShoppersPredictions and ForecastsCustomer ExperienceAssociatesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationData VisualizationDept. ApparelCOVID19Data & InsightsESG and CSRAmazonMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeMarketing: UGCOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsTargetMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass How to Optimize Walmart.com Brand Shops & Maximize Traffic Walmart.com has launched the capability for suppliers to create Brand Shop landing pages as a new way to educate and drive awareness with shoppers. With Walmart.com Brand Shops, suppliers can now direct traffic from across the web to a curated landing page on Walmart.com. Brand Shops will allow brands to create a page on Walmart.com […] The Harvest Group April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read WalmartShoppersStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsVendorsMarketing: Retail MediaTechnology & InnovationStrategyESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreOmnichannelWalmart ConnectPartnershipsMerchandisingData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Planning For Brand Expansion The growth of any brand will plateau if it is successful with its initial product range in its region of origin. Further growth must come from expanding the product range, extending geographically, or both. Before scaling your brand, the business fundamentals need to be in place. Investors seem keen to fund technology-based brands even if […] Branding Strategy April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read StrategyMarketing: BrandUnileverConsumersTargetPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaInternationalTechnology & InnovationLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityDept. FreshGoogleDept. PerimeterThick DataResults & InvestmentCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart To Sell Its Logistics Tools to Other Businesses For the first time. Walmart has made its AI-powered “Route Optimization” tool available to all businesses. SupplyChain247 April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Kroger Delivers its First-Party Data to the Yahoo DSP Yahoo Advertising and Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) — the retail media business of Kroger, powered by 84.51° — are teaming up to bring Kroger’s first-party, purchase-based audiences to the Yahoo Demand-Side Platform (DSP). Yahoo DSP advertisers can now activate KPM’s audiences to reach targeted consumers with their advertising and measure campaign results. While off-site advertising […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Amazon services outpace retail growth in Q1 The e-commerce giant’s third-party services, advertising, subscriptions and cloud unit generated double-digit revenue increases in the period. Written by RetailDive May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Amazon tops expectations for revenue, earnings SEATTLE – Amazon posted better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 13% from a year earlier to $143.3 billion. The company reported first-quarter net income of $10.4 billion, or 98 cents a diluted share, compared to $3.2 billion a year earlier. Amazon’s operating income surged to $15.3 billion, up […] Written by MMR May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass 5 things top news: Kroger tries to strengthen merger deal The most impactful news in the grocery industry for the week ending April 26 Written by Supermarket News April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart to close all 51 health centers BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart today said it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Walmart Health and Walmart Virtual Care clinics, citing a lack of profitability. “The decision to close all 51 health centers across five states and shut down the virtual care offering was not easy. We understand this change affects lives – […] Written by MMR April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked