Department: Adult Beverage Bestway buys £195m slice of Sainsbury’s The Bestway group this morning reported that it has taken a £193m stake in Sainsbury’s and might buy more shares in the supermarket. Bestway, which operates Costcutter, Best-one and Bargain Booze in the independent convenience sector, now has a 3.45% stake in Sainsbury’s. It has indicated that this is purely an investment and is not […] Talking Retail January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage How to Get Discovered by U.K. Retailers: Understanding British Consumers Before you launch your brand in the United Kingdom, it’s important to know what’s going on in today’s U.K. retail market as it may differ from the markets your brand currently has a presence in. Whether the British market is familiar territory or completely new, here’s a deep dive into understanding the U.K.’s marketplace, retailers, […] RangeMe January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 4 min read ConsumersSustainabilityVendorsInternational - UKPackagingGovernmentTescoHealth & WellnessEconomyShoppersInclusivityDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsOmnichannelMarketing: SocialDept. PetOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDept. Adult BevResults & InvestmentESG and CSRDept. HBCAldiMarketing: In StoreTargetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationAssociatesHoliday & EventsDept. FuelOwned Brands (Private Label)social commerceTrends: Food and BeverageTrends: RetailBrick and MortarInsight Providers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Sam’s Club to Add 30+ Larger-Format Stores, 5 New Fulfillment Centers Sam’s Club is embarking on an ambitious expansion of its physical footprint, beginning with five new fulfillment and distribution centers opening this year — the first, in Georgia, in Q3 2023. The club retailer also plans to open more than 30 larger-format stores, most of which will include enhanced perimeter departments, bigger healthcare spaces and […] Retail TouchPoints January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 2 min read Brick and MortarBOPISHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshSams ClubDept. FuelOmnichannelExecutivesDept. Fresh PreparedResults & InvestmentDept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. PerimeterDept. Adult BevDeliveryTech: Robotics 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Sam’s Club plans to add 30 new clubs BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Buoyed by record membership growth, Sam’s Club on Thursday announced plans to open more than 30 new clubs across the country, starting with a unit in Florida that is slated to open next year. The Walmart division also revealed a multiple-year plan to invest in and modernize its supply chain through new […] MMR January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainBOPISStore LocationOmnichannelDept. FreshDeliveryHealth & WellnessSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentDept. FuelExecutivesDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & InnovationTech: RoboticsDept. DairySams ClubInclusivityDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Adult BevWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Dogfish Head’s budget big game ad showcases electric football The craft brewer spent only $7,000 on a hyper-local ad to promote its role as the official beer of the Electric Football World Championship. MarketingDive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Tech layoffs? Great companies are actively hiring marketing technology talent In my previous post, I boldly predicted that we’re on the verge of a whole series of martech innovations: AI, composability, AR/VR, even, yes, “Web3”. While I agree with the pessimists that 2023 will be a challenging year for a lot of martech vendors, I believe this is more of a business cycle bump in […] chiefmartec January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesGoogleConsultingPredictions and ForecastsCompetitionTech: AR and VRMarketing: SocialMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. Adult BevCryptoVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Carling kicks off partnerships with the Emirates FA Cup and Vitality Women’s FA Cup Carling is becoming the official beer partner to the Emirates FA Cup and Vitality Women’s FA Cup. The partnership has been announced ahead of the fourth round of both the men’s and women’s competitions, which takes place over the weekend of Saturday 28 January 2023. As part of the deal, which will run until at […] Talking Retail January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsDept. Adult BevDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Your Views: Legacies & Ironies Got the following email from MNB reader Cindee Lolik: Just wanted to comment on the comment about employers taking on the cost of ServSafe certification. Our Co-op has always picked up the cost of certification for our Food Service Managers, but when I read the article, I immediately looked for an alternative to the National […] MorningNewsBeat January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 2 min read Dept. FreshDept. Adult BevDept. PerimeterPackagingDept. BeverageAssociatesRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingMarketing: BrandDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage 1-800-Flowers.com Introduces Marketplace to Expand Gift Options, Support Independent Sellers Just in time for Valentine’s Day, 1-800-Flowers.com has launched a “Gifts & More” marketplace designed to provide shoppers with a wider range of gift options. The site will initially include a curated selection of products from more than 200 brands across 15 categories, including home décor, spa gift baskets, party supplies and DIY activities. Additionally, […] Retail TouchPoints January 24, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. NonfoodShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingDept. FreshDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Great Ways AI Can Positively Influence Your Retail Business Artificial intelligence has made huge strides in the last decade, transforming almost every aspect of life. One area where artificial intelligence has helped add real value is the way businesses operate. However, many business people are still skeptical about the role of AI in business, thus losing out on a resource that could make a […] Retail Minded January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainAI / MLTargetData & InsightsChatGPTTech: AIMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationGoogleDept. Adult BevMarketing: VoiceResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityDept. NonfoodThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Business groups urge government to rethink energy support reduction Business groups including the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) and the British Independent Retail Association (BIRA), have written to the Business Secretary, calling on him to rethink plans to slash the support provided to shops, pubs and other local businesses amid fears […] Talking Retail January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 < 1 min read GovernmentSustainabilityInternational - UKDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Fat Tire Gets New Story, Recipe Axios reports that “Fat Tire Ale, the iconic craft brew that inspired a generation of independent beer fans, is getting a new recipe and a new look meant to attract climate-conscious consumers … The prior easy-drinking amber is now a crisper golden ale meant to appeal to the tailgate crowd — but the brewer says […] MorningNewsBeat January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Adult BevDept. BeveragePackagingConsumersFlagship StoresExecutivesCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Yes Bojangles Partnership with Appalachian Mountain Brewery Works Bojangles new brand messaging with a real kick! In an effort to drive brand awareness, brand relevance, and internet buzz all with edifying the Bojanglesbrand with some new electricity, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. So, that’s why Bojangles and Appalachian Mountain Brewery (AMB) have partnered to brew […] Grocerant Guru January 22, 2023January 22, 2023 3 min read Dept. BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshMarketing: SocialPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationDept. PerimeterCPG: Adult BeverageGeneral MillsRestaurantsOperations & Supply ChainIngles MarketTrends: TechTech: AILowesLegal & CriminalKrogerConsumersDept. Natural / OrganicAI / MLWalmartDept. ApparelAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KDeliveryAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage OffBeat: Beating Heart “A Heart That Works,” by Rob Delaney, is, I think, a remarkable piece of writing. The book, by a writer and comedian perhaps best known for “Catastrophe,” is a memoir about Delaney’s son, Henry, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age one and – spoiler alert – passed way just before his third […] MorningNewsBeat January 21, 2023January 21, 2023 3 min read Marketing: SocialDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. FreshUnileverDept. GroceryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Southeastern Grocers opens standalone liquor store in Miami The new location, which sports the chain’s Fresco y Más banner, carries over 1,400 varieties of liquor, more than 500 wines and an assortment of rums, mixers, drinkware and other products. Grocery Dive January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 < 1 min read Southeastern GrocersDept. Adult BevStore LocationMerchandisingDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Retail Traffic Trends #111: Q4 benchmark is here! The National Retail Federation reported that in the past five years, shrinkage has increasingly become a $100 billion problem for retailers. Now, tech companies are getting involved to help fight theft in the retail industry. As we start the new year, this week we release our Q4 Benchmark and look into four trends […] Doorcounts January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationDeliveryStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastLegal & CriminalHoliday & EventsDept. ApparelConsumersPackagingDept. Adult BevEconomyOperations & Supply ChainPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Where arrogance and sophistication collide: the week’s six biggest retail technology news stories It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including H-E-B, AutoStore, Sainsbury’s, Just Eat, Wakefern Food Corp., and Trigo. 1. H-E-B taps AutoStore tech for ‘world’s most […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: SocialDept. NonfoodTwitterPartnershipsTrends: TechAmazonInternational - UKDept. ApparelFood DeliveryWakefernHEBTescoAldiConsumersDept. GroceryExecutivesDeliveryHy-VeeCustomer ExperienceBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshAssociatesStore FormatTech: CashierlessDept. Adult BevStrategyDept. BeverageShoppersStore LocationMerchandisingDept. DairyPress ReleaseOperations & Supply ChainEconomyESG and CSRAhold Delhaizesocial commerceQ CommerceResults & InvestmentWalmartTikTokDept. Perimeter7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Online sales bucked negative trend during holiday season Retail sales fell 1.1 in December and one percent in November, but online sales were up, according to a variety of sources. Jim Monkmeyer, president of transportation for DHL Supply Chain, North America, said, “E-commerce is continuing to boom.” Mr. Monkmeyer pointed to food and high-end consumer products and spirits among fast-growing categories online. RetailWire January 19, 2023January 19, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsOperations & Supply ChainDept. GroceryDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Holiday retail sales tanked, but trucking data shows e-commerce wasn’t the issue [[ Getty Images The market did not like what it saw from the final retail holiday sales numbers for 2022 which sets up a tough year for retailers, but e-commerce is continuing to boom, including in areas outside the core retail consumer. Trucking data shared by DHL with CNBC shows that while the core consumer […] CNBC January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 2 min read Operations & Supply ChainConsumersHoliday & EventsData & InsightsEconomyPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsCOVID19Dept. Adult BevDept. BeverageDept. FuelDept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationExecutivesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Your Views: Fees, Allowances & Fines (Oh, My!) Responding to last week’s In Conversation piece with David Friedler, president and managing partner of Simpactful, about the current state of vendor fees and deductions, one MNB reader wrote: Congratulations for having this conversation about vendor fees and deductions. Over the years, I felt that you were ALWAYS siding with the trade because you never […] MorningNewsBeat January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 6 min read Dept. GroceryWhole FoodsBrick and MortarWeatherDept. Adult BevAmazonDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsumersShoppersHome DepotThick DataPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentDept. Natural / OrganicMerchandisingExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. BeverageCOVID19AssociatesESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Elevated convenience, nuanced heat among Winter Fancy Food Show trends Additional key themes include globally inspired pantry staples, alcohol-free spirits. Food Business News January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 < 1 min read Industry Conferences and EventsDept. GroceryDept. Adult BevDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Ketel One vodka embraces cocktail culture in new campaign The Diageo brand showcases how it can elevate classic cocktails amid a consumer shift toward premium alcohol offerings. MarketingDive January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage The goal is to help local communities through service JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, has announced plans to open three new Winn-Dixie stores to support economic growth in its communities. The first Winn-Dixie store was opened shortly before Christmas in the rapidly growing Grand Cypress neighborhood in a […] MMR January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 3 min read Southeastern GrocersBrick and MortarAssociatesInclusivityResults & InvestmentMarketing: TradeDeliveryPricing & PromotionsExecutivesPhilanthropyOwned Brands (Private Label)EconomyHoliday & EventsHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryDept. Adult BevWeather 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Casillero del Diablo’s latest TV ad campaign returns Returning to screens today (16 January) is Casillero del Diablo’s most recent ad campaign, The World’s Greatest Thief, featuring Chilean-American actor Pedro Pascal. The Chilean wine brand’s campaign coincides with the launch of Pascal’s latest drama series The Last of Us on Sky Atlantic, and will be shown during the series’ transmission until 21 March. Pascal […] Talking Retail January 16, 2023January 16, 2023 < 1 min read ReturnsMarketing: BroadcastDept. Adult BevDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Foxtrot Making Room for more Grocerant Fresh Food Grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to be in high demand from consumers driving topline sales and bottom-line profits according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Let’s look at some interesting facts about meals: IRI’s Jonna Parker at the ‘Fresh Center’ found, “What we’re seeing happen […] Grocerant Guru January 14, 2023January 14, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersQ CommerceDept. FreshData & InsightsMarketing: SocialStore LocationDept. PerimeterDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageDeliveryDept. Fresh PreparedMarketing: In StoreMeta (Facebook)RestaurantsBig DataConsultingBOPISTwitterInsight ProvidersPartnershipsMerchandisingDept. FrozenOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsStart UpsStrategyTrends: ConsumerBrick and MortarESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Age-estimation technology would make retail ‘a safer place to work’ The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called on the government to legislate to allow the use of technology to verify customers’ age for sales of alcohol. According to the association, digital age estimation technology would make retail stores “a safer place to work and shop”, with the hope it would reduce the risk of violence or abuse associated with […] Talking Retail January 14, 2023January 14, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationGovernmentInternational - UKDept. Adult BevBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Worth Reading: The Black Lime Opportunity Food & Wine has an interesting piece about black limes, a product that, to be honest, I’d never heard of before. An excerpt: “Black limes, also known as dried limes or black lemons, are often used in Middle Eastern and North African cooking. They add a sour and salty flavor to stews, tagines, and other […] MorningNewsBeat January 13, 2023January 13, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage RTIH rustles up the six biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Walmart, Salesforce, Rohlik Group, Halfords, Amazon, and Oxbotica. 1. Walmart and Salesforce team up to offer local fulfilment […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 13, 2023January 13, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationWalmartMarketing: SocialDeliveryTwitterAmazonOcadoBrick and MortarInternational - UKResults & InvestmentPartnershipsDept. NonfoodSustainabilityGovernmentShoppersMarketing: UGCTrends: TechDept. Adult BevDept. GroceryBOPISExecutivesStart UpsConsultingBPBigCommerceConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternationalMarketing: In StorePress ReleaseStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Heineken helps Ant-Man shrink alcohol consumption in new ads In the run up to Marvel’s “Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania,” the brewer is hoping to spread the word about its alcohol-free option. MarketingDive January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Adult BevConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Brown-Forman Announces Chief Information Officer and Jack Daniel Distillery Leadership Appointments LOUISVILLE, Ky.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brown-Forman Corporation (NYSE:BFA) (NYSE:BFB) announces the appointments of Larry Combs to the newly created role of Chief Information Officer and Director of Supply Chain Integration and Strategy, and Melvin Keebler to the role of General Manager, Jack Daniel Distillery Supply Chain, effective immediately. Larry Combs “Supply chains across the globe have been under […] BusinessWire - Retail January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageOperations & Supply ChainStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Millennials Dominated Holiday Shopping Spend — Here’s What it Means for 2023 In a year when holiday spending on gifts, travel and entertainment was down 1 percent from the year prior, one age group bucked that trend in a huge way. Millennials, perhaps aided by increased incomes due to “The Great Reshuffle,” told us it would spend a whopping 11 percent more than it did in 2021, […] Written by Kelly Pedersen January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Retail Traffic Trends #112: Consumer Habits 2023 While some trends come and go, there were a few trends that have stayed with consumers throughout the year. As online shopping continues to be a popular choice for consumers, physical stores can offer shoppers perks that e-commerce can’t replicate. This week we look at trends to increase foot traffic and customer loyalty. […] Written by Doorcounts January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage Just Walk Out gives Whole Foods stores an edge, data shows The two stores in the chain outfitted with Amazon’s checkout-free technology did better in some ways than nearby locations without the automated system during the second half of 2022, Placer.ai found. Written by Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage ShopRite adds online filters to help shoppers choose products and recipes The improvements are intended to help shoppers find products and recipes that meet specific criteria, such as dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. Written by Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Adult Beverage 7 online grocery trends for retailers to watch Online grocery shopping is here to stay. Top online grocery trends include AI tools, drone delivery, data security, and ready-made meals. Written by Future of Commerce January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked