Partnerships & Alt Profit Hellmann’s launches limited-edition UEFA Euro 2024 bottles As the official BBQ Partner of UEFA Euro 2024, Hellmann’s is launching limited-edition bottles across 12 SKUs including mayonnaise, tomato ketchup and its flavoured range, to drive sales and trial throughout the six months of BBQ season. The themed bottles, which the brand will launch… This story continues at Hellmann’s launches limited-edition UEFA Euro 2024 […] Talking Retail April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Including Wonder, mmERCH, and Pandion: ten retail technology funding rounds you need to know about RTIH rounds up ten retail systems ventures who have recently secured significant investments in their businesses, including blockchain enabled Web3 fashion startups, customer journey management platforms, and computer vision and AI powered warehouse inventory monitoring solutions. 1. TheyDo Customer journey management platform, TheyDo, has secured an additional $34 million in a Series A+ funding round. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsResults & InvestmentData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersTwitterSustainabilityStart UpsDept. ApparelInternationalStore LocationDeliveryTech: RoboticsDept. GroceryAssociatesMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodExecutivesblockchainAmazonDept. FuelStrategyFood DeliveryCustomer ExperienceInclusivityCryptoGoogleMarketing: Retail MediaMeta (Facebook)UnileverEconomyAutonomous VehiclesConsumersPricing & PromotionsPress ReleaseWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Meijer plans to open two supercenters in Ohio, one in Michigan GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters, in Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, on May 14, increasing the retailer’s store count to 55 in the state. Meijer previously announced plans to open a 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Hillsdale, Mich. That store is also scheduled to open on May 14. The Ohio supercenters […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 3 min read Regional GroceryMeijerDept. HBCDept. FreshDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliBrick and MortarAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessStore LocationPhilanthropyDept. PetDept. Toys & GamesDept. PharmacyDept. ApparelDept. BakeryDept. FuelMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit JLL Rolls Out Virtual ‘Shopping Bestie’ in 13 Centers JLL Retail Property Management has introduced a new virtual shopper agent named Cindy, designed to make the online experience more relevant and engaging at 13 of its shopping centers across the U.S. In addition to spotlighting the center’s sales and deals, Cindy gives consumers details on the latest fashion trends, acting as their exclusive “shopping […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelESG and CSRConsumersDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. NonfoodInclusivityPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Why It’s Time for Brands To Rethink Their Amazon Growth Strategy DSI “We cannot expect Amazon to develop or innovate in our category because that is not necessarily their desire.” — Martin Heubel, Founder of Consulterce As more brands search for ways to boost their profit margins both holistically and on specific retail channels, Amazon is undergoing its own transformation that could make it even harder for brands to be […] Digital Shelf Institute April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 9 min read AmazonStrategyMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainThick DataPodcastsPartnershipsShoppersMarketing: Retail MediaResults & InvestmentCustomer ExperienceConsumersVendorsData & InsightsDeliveryEconomyESG and CSRExecutivesMarketing: PrintSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsAssociatesMeta (Facebook)Walmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit What Emerging Retail Trends Savvy Retailers Should Monitor In an era defined by rapid transformation and technological innovation, the retail sector finds itself at the forefront of adaptation and change. Staying ahead of emerging trends is about setting the pace and leveraging new opportunities to outstrip competitors. For savvy retailers, this means continuously monitoring developments across multiple fronts, from experiential shopping to advanced […] TotalRetail April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersESG and CSRData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceSustainabilityPartnershipsTech: AR and VRDept. NonfoodTrends: RetailAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainBig DataMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMetaverseMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: UGCThick DataPredictions and ForecastsPop UpsHealth & WellnessMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Wrangler, M&S, Anthropologie and More Mark Earth Day with New Sustainability Initiatives Brands have been touting their green credentials and launching new initiatives all month in the leadup to Earth Day, and those efforts have peaked now that that April 22 has arrived. Among the brands that saved their announcements for the day itself are Kering, Marks & Spencer, Wrangler, Asics and Anthropologie, all of which showcased […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 6 min read SustainabilityConsumersDept. ApparelPartnershipsPackagingInternational - UKPhilanthropyShoppersHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageInternationalExecutivesReturnsMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarRecommerceDeliveryThick DataWalmartESG and CSRDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Peaks and valleys: Ad spending trends around the world Where should I advertise and when? This is probably one of the most frustrating questions in the marketing book. Today as always, every company must carefully study its markets, decide where to allocate its media budget, and measure the performance of its campaigns. But the time window to do those things has compressed considerably. Consumers […] Nielsen April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsConsumersBig DataHoliday & EventsInsight ProvidersStrategyCompetitionDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentConsultingStreamingGoogleInternational - North AmericaPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsEconomyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Accelerate Retail Success in 2024 with These Four Pillars Retailers must be smart, proactive, and decisive about their strategic planning, tech investments, and integration processes. That’s not always easy, but there’s a lot of guidance in the form of best practices, industry experts, and partnerships that can help retailers thrive in the current market. To dig deeper into these resources, RETHINK Retail recently held […] Rethink Retail April 22, 2024April 24, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsShoppersConsultingPartnershipsPodcastsDept. NonfoodMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyBig DataOmnichannelMarketing: Social MediaLegal & CriminalDept. FreshCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainDept. PerimeterConsumersESG and CSRInsight ProvidersMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionProcter & Gamble 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit After 25 Years, a Rebrand is Just the Beginning for Edible Twenty-five years ago, Tariq Farid saw some fruit displayed in a unique way at an event. He turned the idea into a business — and Edible Arrangements into a household name. But his daughter, Somia Farid Silber, who’s now the company’s President, isn’t coasting on the company’s past success — she’s too busy thinking about […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 8 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshBrick and MortarShoppersConsumersMarketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationDeliveryDept. BeverageCannabisStore LocationMarketing: Social MediaLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceHealth & WellnessDept. HBCPartnershipsDoorDashHoliday & EventsMerchandisingPepsiCoStart UpsPop UpsResults & InvestmentStore FormatStrategyTargetDept. NonfoodFood DeliveryCOVID19Ubereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Marketing Seat at the Table “A sign of success by any marketer is if they get sponsorship around the boardroom table.” I like this observation from Abigail Comber, former CMO at Debenhams. It’s a reminder of how much of the marketing role is an inside job — the ability of marketers to influence the rest of the organization. MarketingWeek reported […] Tom Fishburne April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 3 min read Fun & HumorExecutivesSponsoredConsultingShoppersStrategyPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Reimagining Retail Loyalty Programs for the Future In the fiercely competitive retail landscape, loyalty programs stand as a pivotal point of differentiation. The 2024 outlook underscores a strategic pivot toward crafting loyalty programs that not only incentivize but also personalize the shopping experience, drawing on trust and engagement as key drivers. Incorporating the latest feedback from Wiser customers, we delve deeper into […] Wiser Retail Strategies April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsTrends: RetailDeliveryMarketing: BrandOwned Brands (Private Label)Results & InvestmentStrategyTrends: Shopping 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit How and Where Consumers Buy Fast Meals is Evolving It’s at the intersection of yesterday fast-food restaurant and playground and time starved consumers that today’s consumers is opting for fresh food fast and simple according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The drive-thru has been a fast-food staple for decades, but the way we get our burgers and […] Grocerant Guru April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshRestaurantsDeliveryMarketing: BrandSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsFood DeliveryESG and CSRTwitterDept. DairyConsultingMeta (Facebook)Dept. PerimeterDept. RefrigeratedEconomyDept. BeverageCOVID19Dept. FrozenHealth & WellnessPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsStrategyTrends: Food and BeverageUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Nordstrom Considers Going Private — Again Erik and Pete Nordstrom, the CEO and President, respectively, of Nordstrom, want to explore a transaction that would take the company private. In response, the Nordstrom board of directors has authorized the “exploration of possible avenues to enhance shareholder value,” forming a special committee of independent and disinterested directors to evaluate proposals from the Nordstroms […] Retail TouchPoints April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesResults & InvestmentPartnershipsLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Wayfair Welcomes Consumers to the ‘Wayborhood’ with Refreshed Branding, First Store [Update as of 4/19/2024] Wayfair has provided more details on its inaugural large-format store. The 150,000-square-foot location will open on May 23, 2024 in Wilmette, Ill.’s Edens Plaza. The grand opening celebration that weekend will feature exclusive deals and family-friendly activities for shoppers; further details will be made available here in the run-up to the […] Retail TouchPoints April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 2 min read ConsumersMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BrandAssociatesStore LocationMeta (Facebook)ShoppersRestaurantsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessStrategyMarketing: BroadcastExecutivesDeliveryMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Cookieless In-store Identity Resolution with Bridg’s Neil Murphy The CPG Guys are joined for this episode by Neil Murphy, Chief Revenue Officer at Bridg, a data and audience platform built exclusively for brick and mortar retailers and their CPG partners that powers retail media success. The platform solves a longstanding challenge – identifying and targeting in-store customers that aren’t part of loyalty or […] The CPG Guys April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 2 min read PodcastsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreData & InsightsStreamingPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastCompetitionMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsSponsoredBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Restaurants vs. Grocery Stores: The Battle for the Plate Regular readers of this blog know that for decades, grocery stores reigned supreme as the go-to for meal preparation and home meal replacement. However, the evolving consumer has been migrating. Recent trends show a shift in consumer behavior, with restaurants steadily chipping away at the grocery sector’s market share. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant […] Grocerant Guru April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsConsumersBrick and MortarDept. GroceryData & InsightsDeliveryDept. FreshStrategyPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDept. PerimeterTechnology & InnovationDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessInclusivityNestlePricing & PromotionsTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Need to Know: What’s an identity graph and why do marketers need them? Identity is a big topic in data-driven marketing. Advertisers want to target consumers at the person level, publishers want to monetize their audiences, and identity is crucial to ensure that the “John Smith” the brand is trying to reach and the “John Smith” currently shopping on Amazon, scrolling through TikTok, or searching for a weekend […] Nielsen April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsData VisualizationBig DataInsight ProvidersConsumersPredictions and ForecastsTargetShoppersPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationStrategyDept. FreshDept. PerimeterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodAIMarketing: Social MediaAmazonTikTokMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: UGCMeta (Facebook)Results & InvestmentStreamingHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Uber Eats links up with Forage for SNAP Starting later this year, the payment option will become available to all eligible grocery partners on the delivery provider’s platform. Grocery Dive April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 < 1 min read UbereatsPartnershipsDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit ‘Fútbol’ Superstar Lionel Messi Set to Score with Lowe’s Loyalty Members Lowe’s has partnered with the world’s best-known soccer player, Lionel Messi, and his MLS Club Inter Miami CF, for programs that spotlight Messi’s skills at assisting on the field. Members of both the MyLowe’s Rewards and MVPs Pro Rewards loyalty programs will receive an “assist” in the form of 100 points to bring them closer […] Retail TouchPoints April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 2 min read LowesPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesMarketing: BrandExecutivesData & InsightsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit How GoodRx is Evolving Its Reimbursement Approaches to Help Pharmacies and Consumers Today’s guest post comes from Jim Sheninger, Pharmacy Strategy Officer at GoodRx. Jim describes GoodRx’s emerging pharmacy contracting strategies. In addition to working through pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), GoodRx now also contracts directly with Walgreens, CVS, and other national and regional pharmacies. These direct agreements are based on acqusition cost, which helps pharmacies stabilize gross […] Drug Channels April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 2 min read ConsumersData & InsightsDept. PharmacyMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsWalgreensStrategyShoppersPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)CVS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Convenience Stores Elevated Fresh Foods Sales Success Crushing Blow for Grocery Deli’s At the intersection of growth fresh food sales specifically Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat prepared food the convenience store sector is simply trouncing the grocery store sector. In fact, Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® stated, grocery stores should be embarrassed by the way the convenience store sector and garnered share of […] Grocerant Guru April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedData & InsightsDept. FreshShoppersDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / OrganicDept. DairyConsumersEconomyHealth & WellnessMarketing: In StoreNestlePartnershipsPepsiCoRestaurantsAssociatesAlimentation Couche-Tard 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Adidas Raises Guidance After Q1 Profit Hike, Shares Jump 8% Shares of Adidas jumped 8.2 percent on Wednesday after the company unexpectedly raised its full-year guidance and reported a year-on-year profit increase in the first quarter, reports CNBC. The German sportswear company said that it now expects currency-neutral revenues to increase at a mid-to high-single-digit rate in full-year 2024, compared with a previous projection of […] TotalRetail April 18, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Predictions and ForecastsExecutivesPartnershipsHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Retail, CPG, logistics location intelligence startup dataplor secures Series A funding round led by Spark Capital Global location intelligence provider, dataplor, has announced a $10.6 million Series A funding round led by Spark Capital. This takes the total raised to date to $20.3 million. The round, which included participation from Quest Venture Partners, Acronym Venture Capital, Circadian Ventures, Two Lanterns Venture Partners and APA Venture Partners, will boost dataplor’s expansion plans, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsResults & InvestmentPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationStore LocationMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainTwitterStart UpsPredictions and ForecastsAIExecutivesInternationalConsumersPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit A Discussion of Sexual Wellness and Cosmetic Gynecology with Dr. Michael Reed STIMULATE, the pioneering force in sexual wellness, is thrilled to announce an exclusive 20-minute virtual fireside chat titled “Purpose to Pleasure,” featuring Dr. Michael Reed, also known as The Cosmetic Gyn, alongside STIMULATE founder Nicole Leinbach. Dr. Reed, a world-renowned leader in cosmetic and functional gynecology, is dedicated to destigmatizing sexual health and wellness […] Retail Minded April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessGoogleData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. HBCInternationalVendorsPepsiCoPartnershipsMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Corporate Social Responsibility: What Retailers Need to Know Corporate social responsibility (CSR), once a differentiator for brands, is now the norm. Today’s consumers expect those they do business with, including retailers, will have positive impacts on the world. In fact, Gen Z consumers are three times as likely to say that the “purpose of business is to serve communities and society” rather than […] TotalRetail April 17, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read ConsumersESG and CSRInclusivitySustainabilityShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsGovernmentAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsDept. ApparelConsultingCOVID19Dept. FreshDeliveryDept. FrozenThick DataEconomyExecutivesMarketing: BrandResults & InvestmentStrategyDept. PerimeterAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Walmart teams with Jessica Simpson on apparel line BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is collaborating with celebrity Jessica Simpson’s apparel brand on a new collection of women’s clothing, swimwear and jewelry, including many items designed exclusively for Walmart. “I am so excited to partner with Walmart to bring our collection to a whole new group of dynamic and beautiful customers,” said Jessica Simpson. “Walmart […] MMR April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 2 min read Dept. ApparelWalmartShoppersSustainabilityPartnershipsExecutivesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Gopuff expands fresh grocery delivery with Misfits Market partnership The tie-up offers shoppers more than 300 items, including fresh produce, dairy, meats and bread. Grocery Dive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. FreshGopuffDeliveryQ CommercePartnershipsFood DeliveryShoppersPricing & PromotionsDept. RefrigeratedDept. PerimeterDept. DairyDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Keystone’s Michael Cragg Wins Reader’s Choice Award from Concurrences NEW YORK, NY — Concurrences, the leading antitrust publisher, last week awarded “The Proper Measure of Profits for Assessing Market Power” as the Reader’s Choice Award winner in the “Best Business Article: General Economics” category at the 2024 Concurrences Antitrust Writing Awards. The paper was co-authored by Keystone Senior Partner Michael Cragg, alongside economists Patrick […] Bigtechnology April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationEconomyGovernmentCompetitionAILegal & CriminalPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsStrategyConsumersInternationalResults & InvestmentExecutivesConsultingPartnershipsInternational - UKHealth & WellnessAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Dick’s Sporting Goods, SidelineSwap expand resale partnership The companies will hold over 300 used sports gear trade-in events at select Dick’s locations throughout the year. RetailDive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read PartnershipsDept. Sporting goodsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit 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 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit 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
Partnerships & Alt Profit 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
Partnerships & Alt Profit Walmart adds new grocery line to private brands portfolio The retailer said its new bettergoods line includes 300 items and marks its largest private brand food launch in 20 years. Written by Grocery Dive April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit A new Walmart in-store AI is giving employees advice on how to sell products before it’s too late Walmart store employees are starting to get advice from an AI on when produce is about to go bad and when certain clothing items may need to be put on sale. Written by CNBC April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked