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Abracadabra! Small pharmacies have ghosted Medicare Part D’s preferred networks—no farewell party, no breakup text, just a quiet exit. A few months ago , DCI highlighted how the largest pharmacy chains are participating as preferred cost sharing pharmacies in the 2025 stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP) networks. Today, we update our exclusive analysis of how […]
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We’re joined by fellow Retail Voices by NRF honoree Kevin Ervin Kelley to unpack some of the key lessons from his remarkable book Irreplaceable: Creating Extraordinary Places That Bring People Together and his recent NRF “Big Show” talk. We discuss how physical retail must dramatically evolve in an ever more digital world, the “Bonfire Effect,” his […]
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Landsec has extended its partnership with Ocean Outdoor which manages the digital out of home (DOOH) contract for Piccadilly Lights in London. Under the terms of the agreement, Ocean will continue to manage content for the advertising DOOH screen well into the next decade, and work with Landsec on The Venue which sits beneath the […]
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Whether big or small in scale, influencer campaigns have had proven success in raising a beauty brand’s profile and driving sales, especially among younger generations scrolling through TikTok for the lowdown on the latest aesthetic. However, for challenger brands, these ‘pay-to-play’ spaces are dominated by household names with bigger budgets that ensure them (and their […]
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Target has expanded its beauty assortment with more than 2,000 products and nearly 50 new brands, with prices starting at $1.29 and 90% of the new arrivals priced at less than $20. The retailer is spotlighting the new brands online and with special displays in-store. “We know consumers love shopping beauty at Target because it’s […]
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As TikTok returns to the Google and Apple app stores, the social media platform’s shopping segment has introduced a new “Most Loved” badge aimed at giving consumers additional confidence in their TikTok Shop purchases. Business as Usual at TikTok Despite Continued Uncertainty TikTok and its users have been on a rollercoaster of uncertainty since January, […]
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Laura Mercier has launched a luxury beauty shopping app for Apple Vision Pro, created in partnership with Obsess which was recently acquired by Infinite Reality. This allows Apple Vision Pro users to shop and explore products by category, and also features shoppable videos and interactive, ultra-high definition 3D unboxing experiences. Inside the app, shoppers can […]
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  In today’s hyper-competitive restaurant landscape, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction walk hand-in-hand. Yet, labor costs—a significant part of operating expenses—sit at the heart of every restaurant’s service and pricing strategy according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. At the intersection of service quality and price sensitivity, restaurants either win […]
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For brands, the Super Bowl has become more than just an annual sporting event — the Big Game is now a big moment for brands to make a splash and connect with consumers. A game-day ad is the traditional method, but increasingly, brands are thinking outside the 30-second ad spot with activations that lean into […]
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Today’s guest post comes from Richard Faris, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy. Richard outlines the key factors for commercialization success when a manufacturer launches treatments for rare and orphan diseases. He explains the key considerations for choosing a specialty pharmacy network design, selecting the right pharmacy partners, and establishing patient services […]
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Sunset Fresh joins the Lynx core portfolio aiming to tap into Gen-Z fragrance trends. Sunset Fresh fragrance is available in multiple formats – body spray, anti-perspirant, stick and shower gel formats – to appeal to a wide range of shoppers. The fragrance profile has been… This story continues at Lynx expands core range with new […]
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Over-the-counter (OTC) tests, also known as self-tests or home tests, transform health monitoring by allowing individuals to obtain quick and convenient results without healthcare professionals’ involvement. These tests, including ovulation, pregnancy, fertility, cholesterol, blood glucose, drug, and strep tests, offer significant advantages such as convenience, timely results, privacy, early detection, and cost-effectiveness.
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Tractor Supply will open 90 new namesake stores and a total of 10 new Petsense by Tractor Supply Stores this year, along with the addition of the rural-oriented retailer’s 11th distribution center (DC). Tractor Supply currently operates more than 2,500 stores, and in December 2024 the retailer revealed its long-term goal of eventually operating 3,200 […]
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Activewear brand Alo Yoga has given its Roblox experience a glow-up and introduced a new phygital integration that will let users unlock virtual rewards in the brand’s real-world stores. Developed in partnership with Sawhorse Productions, the Alo Yoga Sanctuary on Roblox made its debut in 2021. Described as an “immersive wellness space,” the updated Roblox […]
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At their very core, brick-and-mortar stores are meant to be the physical manifestation of a brand — a distillation of its promise and the experience it aims to create for shoppers and associates alike. Now, as new marketing and advertising formats venture further into the store, store teams must work more thoughtfully to ensure these […]
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CVS has launched a new app designed to serve as a one-stop shop for customers to do everything from managing their prescriptions and vaccinations to accessing coupons and opening locked display cases in stores. “As a company, we are super focused on improving the health care experience,” said Tilak Mandadi, EVP at CVS Health in […]
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Antique barware is more than just a tool for mixing drinks; it’s a functional work of art that brings character and sophistication to any home bar. These vintage pieces offer a glimpse into the glamour and elegance of bygone eras, showcasing the craftsmanship and design trends of the past. What makes antique barware particularly captivating […]
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In a deal designed to make animals (and their humans) purr with satisfaction, Pet Supplies Plus and its emerging sister brand Wag N’ Wash have partnered with Grubhub for on-demand deliveries from the retailer’s nearly 700 stores across 44 states. Pet Supplies Plus offers more than 10,000 products from 400 brands. This isn’t Grubhub’s first […]
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Get ready to climb a Crisco-covered light pole! DCI’s hometown Philadelphia Eagles are going to Super Bowl LIX! Go E-L-G-S-E-S! (No, that’s not a typo.) Before you overturn any cars, please enjoy this month’s playbook of articles, intercepted for you from the Drug Channels gridiron: Touchdown! How Mark Cuban would quarterback the U.S. healthcare system  […]
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More than 15,500 illegal cigarettes and 1,800 illicit vapes, including some laced with cannabis, were seized in raids by Blackburn with Darwen Council enforcement officers in just two months, it was revealed in the authority’s Council Forum meeting last week. Trading standards officers have been… This story continues at Vapes laced with cannabis among illegal […]

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1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […]
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A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […]
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IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
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There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […]

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