Department & Category Burts new limited-edition Spicy Barbecue flavour Burts, is introducing a brand-new, limited-edition flavour of Spicy Barbecue hand-cooked potato chips to its range for summer 2024. Burts is tapping into industry research that indicates Spicy Barbeque is a popular choice among consumers. The summer snack combines spicy barbecue flavours with honey, which… This story continues at Burts new limited-edition Spicy Barbecue flavour […] Talking Retail March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryConsumersTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category Amazon Broadens Same-Day Pharmacy Delivery Service to New York City and Los Angeles Amazon is looking to make prescription delivery as seamless as possible for customers in New York City and Los Angeles by adding them to the list of cities where it provides same-day pharmacy deliveries. RetailWire March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. PharmacyDeliveryAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Fashion Enthusiasts Seek Algorithm-Free Shopping Inspiration on Substack Substack, an online platform that provides publishing, payment, analytics, and design infrastructure to support subscription newsletters, has become the go-to destination for young fashion enthusiasts wanting to escape algorithms. RetailWire March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Pure Leaf taps ‘Ghostbusters’ actors to myth-bust its zero-sugar sweet tea The launch comes as both PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are reaching out to consumers seeking better-for-you beverages. MarketingDive March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeveragePepsiCoConsumersCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Instacart powers third-party integrations with developer platform Launch partners Weight Watchers, GE Appliances and New York Times Cooking are using the platform to bring Instacart to their apps and websites. MarketingDive March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsDept. NonfoodDept. Appliances 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Ford falls, Amazon advances pharmacy pursuits and Disney board member speaks – our takes the news Club stocks Ford, Amazon and Disney were in the headlines Tuesday. Here’s our thoughts on what the news means for investors. CNBC March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read AmazonDept. Pharmacy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category GameStop cuts undisclosed number of jobs as Q4, full-year sales fall As pressure mounts on the sector from declining hardware sales and rising streaming subscriptions, analysts question the retailer’s long-term survival. RetailDive March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read StreamingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Digital MediaDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Mini profile: New concept Premier store opens in Brunton Park, Newcastle A new concept Premier store has opened in the shopping parade at the heart of Newcastle’s Brunton Park district. The new store offers Brunton Park’s shoppers a convenience proposition that includes high-quality fresh, chilled and frozen goods, plus an array of new concepts unique to… This story continues at Mini profile: New concept Premier store […] Talking Retail March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Map Trading presents Popping Boba Bubble Tea Map Trading has launched Popping Boba Bubble Tea in association with food and beverage brand Vinut and will be available in four flavours: Strawberry, Lychee, Peach and Mango. Head of sales, Gurmail Singh Lal Map Trading Ltd says: “We are so excited to be kicking… This story continues at Map Trading presents Popping Boba Bubble […] Talking Retail March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Walmart Accelerates Clean Energy Commitments with Projects Generating Nearly 1 GW Walmart is moving closer to its pledge of enabling 10 gigawatts (GW) of clean, renewable energy by 2030 — enough electricity to power 2 million households — with new commitments that will generate nearly 1 GW of electricity. These investments will add to Walmart’s existing portfolio, which consists of 600+ onsite and offsite renewable energy […] Retail TouchPoints March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read SustainabilityWalmartPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaConsumersESG and CSRDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Co-op rolls out member prices via its own online shop, matching UK retailer’s in-store offering Co-op reports that it is now offering the same member price benefits online for its member-owners as it does in-store. Member prices are across more than 300 key lines and everyday essentials, with branded and own-branded items including: Co-op 800g loaf (£0.76p); whole cucumber (£0.80p) ; six salad tomatoes (£0.85p); six medium free-range eggs (£1.40); […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: In StoreInternational - UKDeliveryPredictions and ForecastsTrends: TechShoppersQ CommercePartnershipsBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsPress ReleaseDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionFood DeliveryDept. DairyUbereatsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 10 Key Players in the Global Insulin Pen Market You Should Know Insulin pens are growing in popularity with the passage of time as the world has been witnessing an exponential surge in diabetes. From their inception as relatively basic delivery devices, insulin pens have undergone a substantial transformation, becoming highly advanced and user-friendly tools. These pens provide a practical, discreet, and accurate method of delivering insulin, […] BCC Research March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Health & WellnessDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category How Maesa’s Beauty Brands Are Cultivating Social Audiences While at Shoptalk in Las Vegas last week, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan spoke with Oshiya Savur, chief brand and marketing officer at Maesa, creator and manufacturer of exclusive beauty products sold through brands such as Kristin Ess, Hairitage by Mindy McKnight, Flower by Drew, among others. Savur provides an overview of the Maesa business, discusses her […] 0 Author Missing March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCIndustry Conferences and EventsESG and CSRPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaInclusivityData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category Bobby’s introduces Mega Sour Spray Bobby’s Foods has unveiled its latest product launch, the Mega Sour Spray Can, that aims to shake up the confectionery aisle with its distinctive design and flavours. With each shake of the Mega Sour Spray Can it emits the sound of a spray paint can.… This story continues at Bobby’s introduces Mega Sour Spray […] Talking Retail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BakeryPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category PayPoint and Switchee enable in-store energy credit top ups for those at risk of fuel poverty PayPoint has announced a new partnership with Switchee, a data and insights company, which will allow residents to use their cash and energy credit vouchers to top up their energy credit in PayPoint stores. According to Switchee’s Housing Fuel Poverty Index, one in seven social… This story continues at PayPoint and Switchee enable in-store energy […] Talking Retail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. FuelMarketing: In StoreDeliveryData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsESG and CSRBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Restaurant Chains in California Lay Off Workers Ahead of Fast-Food Wage Rise Fast-food chains in California are axing jobs to get ahead of the wage rise for the sector determined by a Californian state law that will take effect in April. RetailWire March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryRestaurantsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Ad budgets for games are growing for 40% of marketers, per IAB report In-game ad spending is expected to grow from $8.53 billion in 2024 to $11.49 billion by 2027 as the space remains a top area of interest for marketers. MarketingDive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category Wegmans to Close Stores (Briefly) for Solar Eclipse Viewing Wegmans doesn’t want its employees (or its customers for that matter) to miss what will be the last total solar eclipse visible from North America for 20 years. The supermarket retailer will close 48 stores in upstate New York and Pennsylvania that are located in the “path of totality” from 3 to 3:30 p.m. ET […] Retail TouchPoints March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read WegmansMars Inc.Regional GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesWalmartMarketing: Social MediaWarby ParkerPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDept. PharmacyDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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
Department & Category DOE to help fund Kraft Heinz clean energy projects Agency investing up to $170 million in initiative. Food Business News March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read KraftHeinzSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category AI’s role in innovation expanding rapidly The use of AI in ingredient and product development was a prominent theme at the Future Food Tech conference. Food Business News March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAITrends: Food and BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Tractor Supply, Martha Stewart launch gardening apparel collection The Martha Stewart Garden Apparel Line includes eight clothing items and can be found in 50 select stores and online. RetailDive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelTractor Supply CompanyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Home Depot Acquires SRS for $18.25B, Boosting Pro Sales Home Depot recently announced its acquisition of SRS Distribution for a whopping $18.25 billion. This hefty investment marks the company’s boldest stride yet to seize a larger share of the professional market, particularly targeting contractors and roofers. Written by RetailWire March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Kroger to close 3 e-commerce fulfillment facilities The grocer said it will shutter one Ocado-powered spoke in South Florida and two others in Texas in late May. Written by Grocery Dive March 27, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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
Department & Category 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