Corporate Strategy Navigating Market Access Challenges in Life Sciences Commercialization Today’s guest post comes from Bill Dupere, SVP of Product Development & Partnerships at Mercalis. Bill discusses specialty therapy access barriers, including payer utilization management techniques and “no coverage” policies. Contact Mercalis to learn about their Patient Support Services. Read on for Bill’s insights. Read more » © 2006-2024 HMP Omnimedia, LLC d/b/a Drug Channels […] Drug Channels March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaSponsoredPredictions and ForecastsShoppersPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy East of England Co-op inks deal to roll-out Pricer digital platform across all its food stores East of England Co-operative Society, one of the largest regional co-operatives in the UK, has signed an agreement with Pricer for an installation worth 50 MSEK in all 120+ of its food stores and involving the cloud-based platform Pricer Plaza and digital labels. It has selected Pricer’s in-store automation and communication solution and the latest […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryMerchandisingPackagingMarketing: Social MediaInternational - UKTwitterPartnershipsMarketing: In StoreStrategyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy GroupM doubles down on women’s sports, with support from major brands A new dedicated marketplace will be a part of the agency’s upfronts strategy, aided by clients including Adidas and Unilever. MarketingDive March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read UnileverStrategyDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Home Depot Boosts Pro Offering with $18.25B Acquisition of SRS Distribution The Home Depot is acquiring building products distributor SRS Distribution for $18.25 billion in a bid to accelerate the growth of its pro offerings. The deal, which is expected to close by the end of the retailer’s fiscal 2024 in late January 2025, is subject to customer closing conditions and will be funded through a […] Retail TouchPoints March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read AcquisitionHome DepotOperations & Supply ChainShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesInternationalLowesDept. NonfoodDept. AppliancesDeliveryBrick and MortarAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy LexisNexis Risk Solutions releases new fraud study ATLANTA — LexisNexis Risk Solutions has revealed the findings of the fourteenth edition of its annual LexisNexis True Cost of Fraud Study: Ecommerce and Retail Report – U.S. and Canada Edition. The report, based on a commissioned survey conducted by Forrester Consulting, shows that merchants in the U.S. and Canada incur an average cost of $3.00 […] MMR March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 3 min read Legal & CriminalConsumersShoppersData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceThick DataTrends: FinanceBNPLInternational - North AmericaConsultingCryptoExecutivesMarketing: BrandMarketing: Social MediaStrategyTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Inside Levi’s first campaign from new creative agency Chief Marketing Officer Kenny Mitchell explains how “The Floor Is Yours” positions the brand as the “unofficial uniform for progress.” RetailDive March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy How to Protect Your Site From Credential Stuffing Attacks Credential stuffing attacks are a costly headache, with the Ponemon Institute finding that businesses lose an average of $6 million per year due to lost customers, increased IT costs, and other fallouts. The pervasive problem of password reuse fuels credential stuffing, and we can only expect these attacks to increase as more credentials are exposed […] 0 Author Missing March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsShoppersResults & InvestmentTechnology & InnovationStreamingAIPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastGoogleESG and CSRDept. NonfoodDept. FuelConsumersMarketing: Digital MediaStore LocationStrategyMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy How AI and Automation Will Transform E-Commerce Operations Online retail and e-commerce providers are struggling to meet shopper expectations amidst ongoing inflation, higher costs and lingering supply chain woes. A new independent survey that queried nearly 2,000 global shoppers found that 88 percent of U.S. and 79 percent of U.K. shoppers said that online retailers delivered poor experiences at least once in the […] 0 Author Missing March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationShoppersOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersCustomer ExperienceDeliveryMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsStrategyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOmnichannelDept. NonfoodReturnsAmazonTrends: TechESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: UGCOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Inventory monitoring startup Gather AI bags $17 million in funding to transform supply chain traceability Gather AI, a provider of computer vision and AI powered warehouse inventory monitoring solutions, has announced a $17 million Series A-1 round led by Bain Capital Ventures with participation from Tribeca Venture Partners, Dundee Venture Capital, Expa, and Bling Capital. This provides a total of $34 million raised to date. The cash will be invested […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaTwitterDept. GroceryStart UpsPredictions and ForecastsTech: RoboticsDept. BeverageAssociatesExecutivesData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Devesh Mishra Appointed President of CoreAI at Keystone NEW YORK, NY — Keystone announced today the appointment of Devesh Mishra as President and Chief Product and Technology Officer of CoreAI, marking a significant step toward the company’s objective to lead in innovation in artificial intelligence. Mr. Mishra, whose illustrious career spans over two decades in the tech industry, brings a wealth of experience […] Bigtechnology March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainAmazonExecutivesEconomyPredictions and ForecastsStrategyQ CommerceConsumersCompetitionGovernmentPepsiCoPricing & PromotionsAssociatesMarketing: In StoreInternational - UKConsultingAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Hy-Vee names new chief marketing officer Former head of Saatchi & Saatchi X Jessica Hendrix will oversee the regional grocer’s marketing and retail media network. Grocery Dive March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryExecutivesMarketing: Retail Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Vince CEO steps down Jack Schwefel’s resignation is effective immediately, and former CFO David Stefko will hold the position until a successor is named. RetailDive March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy 5 Challenges Facing Retail Media Only 41 percent of retailers find the current process for selling and buying retail media efficient. This insight has prompted discussions on how to continue its development, what’s working well, and where the major pain points exist. To succeed, retailers must address five critical challenges halting progress on retail media’s potential: 1. Internal Politics and […] TotalRetail March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationShoppersConsultingOmnichannelConsumersGovernmentMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainStrategyAssociatesAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy How Retail Employees can Feel Safe to Learn Without Risk to Personal Brand With so many shifts in the market, the pressure is on to upskill your workforce. However, there is a balance between getting employees up to speed quickly and effectively while also fostering open communication and confidence. The retail industry can benefit from adopting new ways of allowing employees to train safely, creating a path to […] Retail TouchPoints March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersAssociatesGamingPredictions and ForecastsInternationalCustomer ExperienceSustainabilityMarketing: UGCLidlMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryDept. NonfoodESG and CSRInternational - UKInsight ProvidersStrategyRestaurantsConsumersPartnershipsAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KData & InsightsTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Hy-Vee hires former Saatchi & Saatchi X chief WEST DES MOINES, IOWA — Hy-Vee, Inc. announced the hiring of Jessica Hendrix to oversee the regional grocery chain’s marketing and retail media network. Hendrix is joining Hy-Vee as executive vice president, chief marketing officer, and president of Hy-Vee’s retail media network, RedMedia, beginning on April 16. She will oversee Hy-Vee’s marketing efforts and serve […] MMR March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 2 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaExecutivesShoppersMerchandisingAgenciesAssociatesMarketing: ShopperKraftHeinzUnileverNestleOperations & Supply ChainProcter & GambleRestaurantsMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Food Lion hits sustainability milestone SALISBURY, N.C — For the 23rd consecutive year, Food Lion has earned the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. The omnichannel grocery retailer is the only company in the nation to receive the distinctive honor for 23 years. The U.S. Environmental Protection […] MMR March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 2 min read SustainabilityDept. GroceryRegional GroceryAhold DelhaizeBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSROmnichannelStrategyPartnershipsMarketing: BrandHealth & WellnessDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy First Quality promotes Allen Bodford GREAT NECK, N.Y. — First Quality announced it has named Allen Bodford as president of its Absorbent Hygiene division, effective immediately. The division produces adult incontinence products, baby diapers, training and youth pants, period pads and baby wipes for health care and retail channels. The division’s operations include four manufacturing locations across the United States […] MMR March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainConsumersResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaHealth & WellnessDivestituresDept. HBCDept. BabyDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Marketing Brand Relevance Subway’s Way Renew, Refresh, and Revive the undercurrent of brand excitement is but one of the goals Subway is undertaken with its partnership with T. Marzetti Co. to sell their popular sauces in grocery stores according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Here a few potential benefits to Subway: 1. Increased brand […] Grocerant Guru March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshShoppersConsumersPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceAIKrogerTrends: TechPricing & PromotionsPepsiCoOperations & Supply ChainDeliveryHealth & WellnessMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Fresh PreparedAssociatesWalmartDept. ApparelExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Canada Goose to Cut 17% of its Corporate Workforce Canada Goose said Tuesday that it will cut about 17 percent of its corporate workforce, reports CNBC. This announcement follows a string of other retailers that have laid off employees this year as consumers continue to pull back on discretionary spending. The cuts will affect staff at Canada Goose’s corporate headquarters in Toronto, which had […] 0 Author Missing March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read International - North AmericaAssociatesDept. ApparelDept. Toys & GamesConsumersShoppersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Nike commits to bolder brand marketing as part of rebound plan The Summer Olympics will serve as a showcase for some of the sportswear giant’s most impactful marketing in years, executives said. MarketingDive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: BrandDept. ApparelExecutivesHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy NIQ data now available to RangeMe subscribers SOLON, Ohio and CHICAGO – RangeMe Premium and Pro subscribers now have free access to category-level insights from NIQ’s Extended All-Outlet Combined (xAOC) multichannel market data through a new offering aimed at leveling the playing field for emerging brands. Starting this month, RangeMe subscribers now have access to category-level data segmented by week, facilitating year-over-year […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsVendorsShoppersPricing & PromotionsExecutivesDept. GroceryBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Merchants group criticizes proposed ‘swipe’ fee settlement WASHINGTON – A proposed agreement that would reduce “swipe” fees that retailers pay each time a shopper pays with a Visa or Mastercard is “a bad deal for merchants,” according to the Merchants Payments Coalition (MPC), a lobbying group advocating for a more competitive and transparent card system. The coalition is expressing its disappointment with […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 2 min read CompetitionGovernmentExecutivesConsumersShoppersLegal & CriminalData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy BrXnd Marketing X AI Conference Unveils Initial Speakers and Airtable as Title Sponsor NEW YORK, NY — BrXnd, a leading organization at the intersection of marketing and AI, is pleased to announce the initial lineup of speakers and sponsors for the highly anticipated 2024 BrXnd Marketing X AI Conference, set to take place on May 8 in New York City. Founded in 2022, BrXnd is dedicated to bridging […] Bigtechnology March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsExecutivesColgate-PalmoliveOperations & Supply ChainConsultingDept. NonfoodPartnershipsStrategyDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Canada Goose cuts corporate workforce by 17%, shakes up executive roles As part of a DTC focus, the brand said about a year ago that it would double its footprint within five years, but some analysts anticipate that slowing. RetailDive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read International - North AmericaExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Charted: Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 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. This graphic visualizes the best and worst car brands in terms of brand loyalty. […] Visual Capitalist March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Predictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. NonfoodData & InsightsConsumersThick DataGoogleExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy The Power of Storytelling to Increase Retail Market Share In the world of retail, storytelling emerges not just as a method of engagement but as a potent strategy to captivate buyers and significantly influence their purchasing decisions. The essence of storytelling transcends mere facts, harnessing a narrative-driven approach to forge a deeper connection with the audience and their strategy. When brands adeptly intertwine storytelling […] Wiser Retail Strategies March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsShoppersStrategyMerchandisingDept. NonfoodCompetitionTrends: RetailTargetPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Driving Revenue in the Digital Age: Mastering Live-Selling Live-selling has emerged as a powerful tool within the social commerce realm, where it offers brands an opportunity to boost sales while establishing authentic connections with their audience. Last year, the livestream e-commerce market reached $31.7 billion, nearly triple its size in 2021. That market is expected to more than double by 2026 to $67.8 billion, […] TotalRetail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read ESG and CSRData & InsightsStreamingSustainabilitysocial commerceShoppersPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityConsultingPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Digital MediaDept. ApparelStrategyStore LocationDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaDept. Natural / OrganicDept. GroceryTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Future Forward: Zero-Party Data and the Evolution of Retail Advertising 2024 introduces distinct challenges for retail brands navigating data privacy amidst Google’s removal of cookies. Though cookie depreciation has been a looming threat since the original announcement back in 2020, Adtaxi’s 2024 Privacy Survey tells us that 33% of respondents still lack a cookie-replacement strategy. If your brand is in this category, there is no […] Retail TouchPoints March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 4 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersPredictions and ForecastsThick DataMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTargetStrategyDept. ApparelAgenciesGoogleMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesBig DataTrends: RetailExecutivesMarketing: In StorePartnershipsSustainabilityTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Trian Fund Management Withholds Votes in Disney Proxy Battle In the ongoing proxy tussle between Trian Fund Management and entertainment titan Disney, Nelson Peltz’s firm has opted to withhold its votes from Disney CEO Bob Iger. RetailWire March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy FMI: health and wellness support becoming a pillar for grocers ARLINGTON, Va. — Building on burgeoning consumer interest in the link between health and nutrition, the grocery industry aims to raise its profile as a destination for a broad and expanding range of products and services that support customers’ well-being. Executives at FMI – The Food Industry Association recently examined the trend during a briefing […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessDept. GroceryConsumersGovernmentExecutivesStrategyThick DataDept. PharmacyData & InsightsAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityShoppersResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Charted: Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 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. This graphic visualizes the best and worst car brands in terms of brand loyalty. […] Written by Visual Capitalist March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Key Takeaways From Shoptalk Spring 2024 Shoptalk always brings the best and brightest minds of the industry together for four days packed with insights, networking opportunities, trend predictions and so much more. This year, the spring event in Las Vegas was no exception. But like many other major industry events, Shoptalk can feel like you’re sprinting a marathon — there’s so […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Nike Pivots, Embraces Wholesale Once Again Amid faltering demand for shoes and clothing as well as slipping digital sales, Nike Inc. said last week that it will bank a lot more on the thing it has spent the past several years turning away from: other retailers. Executives discussed those plans on Nike’s earnings call, during which it announced that while fiscal […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Retail Leaders Weigh in on the FTC’s Proposed Updates to the Green Guides The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is set to release an updated version of its Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims this year. These “Green Guides” — which haven’t been updated in over a decade — do not have the force of law but provide marketers with guidance on how to make properly substantiated […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Kroger SWOT Analysis 2024 The Cincinnati superstar is the largest traditional supermarket company in the U.S. Although Kroger has served Americans since 1883, its essence is remarkably modern. Written by Lisa Goller March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked