Media & Marketing Restaurant Discontinuity Driven by Grocerant Growth Once again, Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru® Steven Johnson predicts that 2022 will be a record year of chain restaurant discontinuity. Specifically, with more chain restaurant closing stores and fewer total chain restaurants open entering 2023. Regular readers of this blog know that back in the day (2005) the team at Foodservice Solutions® released a White Paper Restaurant Consumer Discontinuity; we […] Grocerant Guru May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 3 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshMarketing: SocialDept. DeliDept. PerimeterShoppersDeliveryBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationMeta (Facebook)Trends: TechTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing RTIH lays out this week’s coolest retail technology plays RTIH Editor, Scott Thompson, brings you his top ‘future of retail systems’ deployments from the past week, including drone deliveries, Bitcoin rewards, smart shopping carts, and autonomous convenience stores. Pinterest and Samsung Pinterest has teamed with Samsung to launch of the first ever ‘flippable’ Pin on its platform. The aim is to show people just […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: SocialShoppersMetaverseTrends: TechDeliveryDept. HBCCVSInternational - UKWalmartCryptoTwitterPredictions and ForecastsQ CommerceStore LocationInternational - North AmericaPartnershipsPop UpsConsumersTech: CashierlessOmnichannelBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. ApparelTrends: RetailPhilanthropyDept. GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicESG and CSRHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply Chainsocial commerceNFT 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing One ice cream cone maker dominates U.S. market You may not be familiar with the name but Joy Baking Group makes 41.3 percent of all the ice cream cones sold in U.S., according to IRI. Estimates are that it controls up to 70 percent of cones sold in food service operations. RetailWire May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. FrozenOperations & Supply ChainDept. GroceryInsight Providers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How to Leverage Your App to Get More Customers The past two years have already, most likely, accelerated your investment in your app’s growth. In case you’re still on the fence, out of the estimated four hours that U.S. adults spend on their phones each day, 88 percent of that time happens within apps. Putting your app at the center of your omnichannel strategy […] Dor Birnboim May 27, 2022May 27, 2022 3 min read ShoppersStrategyPartnershipsOmnichannelMarketing: TradeMarketing: SocialTechnology & InnovationEconomyPricing & PromotionsMobile commerceTikTokTech: AR and VRTargetStore LocationResults & InvestmentMeta (Facebook)ConsumersMetaverseDept. ApparelDept. NonfoodESG and CSRGoogleWalmartMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Glenlivet fills the internet with diverse whisky drinkers In an effort to break stereotypes about whisky drinkers, the distiller is working to change the Google algorithm to be more reflective of diversity. MarketingDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read InclusivityGoogle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FreshDirect to celebrate 20th anniversary of its launch Online grocer plans customer and employee promotions, community support over summer Supermarket News May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read FreshDirectMarketing: TradeShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Dollar General post strong sales gains in first quarter GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General on Thursday reported net sales of $8.8 billion for its fiscal year 2022 first quarter, an increase of 4.2% over the prior-year period. The net sales increase was primarily driven by positive sales contributions from new stores, partially offset by a slight decline in same-store sales and the impact of […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 3 min read Dollar GeneralOperations & Supply ChainShoppersResults & InvestmentEconomyExecutivesMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationSustainabilityDept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing NACDS Foundation sponsors March of Dimes Gourmet Gala WASHINGTON — March of Dimes hosted its 40th Annual Gourmet Gala in Washington, D.C., earlier this month, and the NACDS Foundation returned as a Platinum Sponsor of the event. The Gourmet Gala makes possible research, education, advocacy and programs that “help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.” This year, the Gourmet Gala brought […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Health & WellnessCOVID19Technology & InnovationExecutivesResults & InvestmentPartnershipsGoogleData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing CVS to launch virtual primary care solution WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health announced on Thursday the launch of CVS Health Virtual Primary Care, a new virtual care solution available through a single digital platform. The offering connects CVS Health’s services, clinical expertise, and data for a more coordinated and consumer-centric health care experience. The company said the new solution enables consumers to […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 3 min read CVSHealth & WellnessData & InsightsConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. HBCStrategyPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing 22% Of Brands Are Unhappy With How They Allocate Their Retail Media Budget. But There’s a Better Way Retail media networks (RMNs) are an exciting place to run ads, because of the valuable first-party data that retailers have about their customers. RMNs create an ability to target a specific retailer’s customers and provide valuable insights into how people shop. And brands certainly are not hurting for choices. Just last week, Ulta announced a media network and the hotel chain, Marriott, the week prior. Bobsled Marketing May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 4 min read Marketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsTargetStrategyMarketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing 5 Ways Brands Can Stay Competitive In A Recession Economic volatility and uncertainty have become the order of the day. Some forecasters are using the “R” word (recession). Business is always difficult. In good times firms scramble to add capacity and meet demand while fending off the competition that is inevitably attracted to a robust and growing market. In bad times firms struggle to […] Branding Strategy May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 3 min read EconomyShoppersStrategyMarketing: BrandPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationMarketing: SocialSustainabilityCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing UK Facial Recognition Ruling Could Spur Innovation The U.K.’s data-privacy watchdog’s recent $10 million fine on facial recognition company Clearview AI Inc. could spur innovation in the space, including advancements in payments technology, as it “sets clearer ground rules for balancing software innovation with people’s right to privacy,” according to a report in The Wall Street Journal Wednesday (May 25). The Information […] Pymnts.com May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationGovernmentData & InsightsInternational - UKMarketing: SocialDept. NonfoodMeta (Facebook)AI / MLGoogleExecutivesEconomyTech: AIAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing NRA: This Year’s Highlights, Trends and Must-See Booths of 2022 Take a quick dive into the happenings and surprises from this year’s biggest restaurant event! By Brittany Maroney, Director of Marketing Communications, PAR Punchh The National Restaurant Association Show was back, and in a big way! The halls of McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago were packed with tens of thousands of eager food-loving fans, […] Partech May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationConsumersRestaurantsDept. GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTech: RoboticsShoppersSustainabilityPackagingOmnichannelCOVID19Trends: Food and BeverageHealth & WellnessPricing & PromotionsData & InsightsDeliveryDept. PetPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Twitter Agrees to $150 Million Fine from the FTC Over Past Misuse of Users’ Personal Information The fine stems from a past flaw in Twitter’s system which saw personal contact info used for ad targeting. Social Media today May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read TwitterMarketing: SocialGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing What Is Trailblazer Connect? A Pathway to New Careers in the Salesforce Ecosystem Learning for learning’s sake is great, but we all know that a huge benefit to all that learning you’re doing is being able to translate it into a fulfilling, high-paying career. Our mission at Salesforce is to give everyone an equal chance at landing a top job. With Trailhead, Salesforce’s free online learning platform, countless […] Salesforce May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 5 min read PartnershipsAssociatesMarketing: SocialConsultingPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsShoppersInclusivityMetaversePricing & PromotionsCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Developing a Perfect Store Strategy in 2022 In 2022, the perfect store is rooted in constant evolution — a system that maybe isn’t perfect in every moment, but is agile always, malleable when needed, and capable of critical self-reflection. These innate characteristics of the modern perfect store are supported by, and in return support, the adoption of a few important technologies and […] Dor Sela May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationMerchandisingData & InsightsAssociatesStrategyShoppersCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarAI / MLTech: IoTMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsTech: AI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Foodservice trends from NRA ’22 It comes down to pivoting, preparation, plant proteins, personalization and predictions. SMP Deli Prepared May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 4 min read Marketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing SEO: 2 Good Ways to Remove Duplicate Content, and 8 Bad Ones Duplicate content is not subject to a Google penalty, but it does split link equity and thus impact rankings. We explain in this all-new update to a 2019 post. The post SEO: 2 Good Ways to Remove Duplicate Content, and 8 Bad Ones appeared first on Practical Ecommerce. Practical Ecommerce May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Data & InsightsGoogle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s head to ‘Jurassic World’ as $500M brand transformation looms Chief Brand Officer Chad Crawford details how the brands are leveraging digital content across Uber and Lyft vehicles, Snapchat, TikTok and Waze. MarketingDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read RestaurantsMarketing: SocialTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing TikTok takes page from Twitch as battle for creators intensifies A Live Subscription feature promises predictable monthly income, which could appeal to a creator base that’s felt the double-edged sword of overnight virality. MarketingDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: SocialTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Chevrolet’s WhatsApp game drives awareness of texting and driving dangers Players can dodge obstacles by responding to chat commands, but will inevitably lose as the automaker tries to send a clear message. MarketingDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Meta (Facebook)Marketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Zapp launches London-based ultra-fast delivery Period Store On-demand delivery big hitter Zapp has announced a new Period Store, selling the likes of organic tampons and pads, menstrual cups and liners, along with treats like a hot water bottle, magnesium products and chocolate to boost oxytocin and relieve menstrual strain. This will launch in London on Saturday for National Period Hygiene Day. For […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Q CommerceInternational - UKDeliveryHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicResults & InvestmentStart UpsPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyMarketing: PrintData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Macy’s raises annual forecast after strong quarter Macy’s raised its annual sales and earnings forecast after a strong start to 2022. “While macroeconomic pressures on consumer spending increased during the quarter, our customers continued to shop,” Macy’s CEO Jeff Genette said. “We saw a notable shift back to occasion-based apparel and in-store shopping, as well as continued strength in sales of luxury […] RetailWire May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreExecutivesDept. ApparelConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Google, An Unlikely Leader In Sustainability? Sustainability has become a big part of any business and some of the biggest mega-cap companies are under pressure to lower carbon emissions. And despite massively offering tech products and services, they have become “unlikely leaders” in the green department such as Google – Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:GOOGL). Initiatives Commonly, “profitable” does not rhyme with “sustainable.” […] NASDAQ - Tech May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityGoogleTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Independent grocer testifies on impact of infant formula shortage WASHINGTON – On behalf of the National Grocers Association (NGA), an independent community grocer from rural Georgia shared his experience and the direct impact the national formula shortage is having on his community with a U.S. House committee hearing. Confusion and fear, alongside panic-buying and government red tape, are among the effects of the nation’s shortage of […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read PartnershipsVendorsGovernmentIndustry Conferences and EventsMerchandisingMarketing: SocialMarketing: BrandHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryDept. FreshCOVID19Brick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Dollar Tree’s Q1 earnings beat expectations CHESAPEAKE, Va.— Dollar Tree reported a 43.2% increase in net income, to $536.4 million for the first quarter ended April 30. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter increased 48.1% to a first-quarter company record $2.37, compared to $1.60 in the prior year’s quarter, the company said Thursday. Consolidated net sales increased 6.5% to $6.90 […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Results & InvestmentDollar TreeOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesBrick and MortarFamily DollarData & InsightsShoppersTechnology & InnovationExecutivesMerchandisingMarketing: SocialPredictions and ForecastsCustomer Experience 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Today in Data: As Stores Reopen, Customers Seek Personalized eCommerce Today in data, as retailers report higher in-store sales, consumers say they prefer tailored online shopping experiences. Data $1.05B: First quarter sales by Urban Outfitters, which reports a dip in eCommerce shopping and a rise in in-store traffic 9%: Drop in eCommerce sales from 2021 reported by Dick’s Sporting Goods as customers returned to the […] Pymnts.com May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Data & InsightsBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersStore LocationMarketing: In StoreShoppersDept. Sporting goodsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing OAAA RELEASES EXPOSURE METHODOLOGY STANDARDIZATION GUIDELINES TO CREATE A FRAMEWORK FOR CAMPAIGNS WITHOUT A FIXED LOCATION The Out of Home Advertising Association of America (OAAA), the trade group representing the entire Out Of Home (OOH) advertising industry, today released a comprehensive methodology for capturing mobile advertising IDs that represent the audience exposed to Digital Moving Out-of-Home (DMOOH) media. The guide is a road map for addressing the challenges of capturing accurate […] OAAA May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: OOHStore LocationOmnichannelData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Are You Making These 5 Product Page Mistakes? | Salsify Well-designed product pages with thorough product information and high-quality images can help your brand convert more shoppers into return customers. Salsify May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read ShoppersMarketing: SocialDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Age of AI, Crypto, and Web3 — with Kevin Roose Kevin Roose, a tech columnist at The New York Times, joins Scott to discuss the broader implications and opportunities of crypto and Web3. We also learn why Kevin is bullish on artificial intelligence, despite the negative externalities that may arise as the world moves towards automation. Follow Kevin on Twitter, @kevinroose. Scott opens with his […] The Prof G Show May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read CryptoTechnology & InnovationTwitterMarketing: SocialTech: AR and VRTech: AIAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Dollar General post strong sales gains in first quarter GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General on Thursday reported net sales of $8.8 billion for its fiscal year 2022 first quarter, an increase of 4.2% over the prior-year period. The net sales increase was primarily driven by positive sales contributions from new stores, partially offset by a slight decline in same-store sales and the impact of […] Written by MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing CVS to launch virtual primary care solution WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health announced on Thursday the launch of CVS Health Virtual Primary Care, a new virtual care solution available through a single digital platform. The offering connects CVS Health’s services, clinical expertise, and data for a more coordinated and consumer-centric health care experience. The company said the new solution enables consumers to […] Written by MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing 22% Of Brands Are Unhappy With How They Allocate Their Retail Media Budget. But There’s a Better Way Retail media networks (RMNs) are an exciting place to run ads, because of the valuable first-party data that retailers have about their customers. RMNs create an ability to target a specific retailer’s customers and provide valuable insights into how people shop. And brands certainly are not hurting for choices. Just last week, Ulta announced a media network and the hotel chain, Marriott, the week prior. Written by Bobsled Marketing May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Retail Earnings Confuse Rather than Clarify Earnings, and retail earnings in particular, are not as straightforward as they sometimes seem. Written by NASDAQ May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Developing a Perfect Store Strategy in 2022 In 2022, the perfect store is rooted in constant evolution — a system that maybe isn’t perfect in every moment, but is agile always, malleable when needed, and capable of critical self-reflection. These innate characteristics of the modern perfect store are supported by, and in return support, the adoption of a few important technologies and […] Written by Dor Sela May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked