Agencies & Vendors 27% of CMOs remain reluctant to adopt generative AI: Gartner A similar share of those surveyed see little to no benefit from the technology when it comes to cost reduction, customer service and scalability. MarketingDive February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIInsight ProvidersShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Kirkland’s Looks to Beyond, Inc. Partnership to Propel Profitability Home décor and furniture retailer Kirkland’s has updated its transformation strategy, and the company’s new partnership with Beyond, Inc. is now a central pillar of that effort. For going on two years, Kirkland’s has been working to improve its performance through a combination of inventory refreshes and marketing adjustments. Those efforts got a big […] Retail TouchPoints February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 3 min read Brick and MortarBrokersStrategyOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoMerchandisingOwned Brands (Private Label)AcquisitionCustomer ExperienceReturnsMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelBed Bath & BeyondShoppersStore LocationResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsExecutivesMarketing: In StoreDeliveryTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Best Buy, Hot Topic Upgrade Employee Educational Benefits Happy employees create a more successful retail environment, but one survey has found that nearly one in every two frontline employees are unhappy with their job due to low pay, inflexible hours, poor leadership and a lack of growth opportunities. As the retail industry continues to struggle with high employee turnover, Best Buy and Hot Topic are tackling […] Retail TouchPoints February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read AssociatesBest BuyUnileverPricing & PromotionsDept. NonfoodExecutivesEconomyCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarBrokersConsumersBOPISData & InsightsDept. AppliancesThick DataInclusivityMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Vanishing Act: Why Small Pharmacies Exited Medicare Part D Networks for 2025 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 […] Drug Channels February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyBrokersMeta (Facebook)Economy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors How AI Overviews are Reshaping the Consumer Journey in 2025 With the rise of generative AI, the top of the marketing funnel is getting more complex. The digital marketing funnel from search to consideration to purchase is fragmenting into exploration across more varied digital channels, making it more challenging to capture a consumer’s attention and lead them where we want them to go. More and […] Retail TouchPoints February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 7 min read AITechnology & InnovationConsumersGoogleMarketing: Social MediaStore LocationDept. NonfoodChatGPTMarketing: UGCMarketing: VoiceHoliday & EventsData & InsightsDept. ApparelDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessESG and CSRAssociatesData VisualizationShoppersSustainabilityConsultingHome Depot 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Top 5 Problems Distributors Face with Their Product Vendors In the complex world of product distribution, maintaining a harmonious relationship between distributors and manufacturers is essential for business success. However, this partnership is not without its challenges. From inconsistent product quality to communication gaps, distributors often face hurdles that can impact their operations and reputation. Understanding these challenges is crucial for manufacturers who strive […] Retail Bound February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 4 min read Operations & Supply ChainShoppersVendorsData & InsightsStrategyAssociatesTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsMarketing: UGCMarketing: In StoreInternational - North AmericaGovernmentDept. NonfoodConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Market Research Pitfalls Early in my marketing career, at General Mills, we used to hold focus groups in a Minneapolis suburb called Eden Prairie. I once overheard a couple of our agency partners jokingly refer to this focus group ritual as going to see the “Oracles of Eden Prairie.” Whether new products, campaign strategy, or ad creative, the […] Tom Fishburne February 17, 2025February 17, 2025 4 min read Fun & HumorTechnology & InnovationAIThick DataSponsoredConsultingExecutivesData & InsightsDept. NonfoodGeneral MillsResults & InvestmentStrategyAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors London calling as Landsec extends its long-term Piccadilly Lights partnership with Ocean Outdoor 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 […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 17, 2025February 17, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - UKMarketing: OOHData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaCoca ColaOmnichannelHoliday & EventsTescoTech: CashierlessPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsTikTokPricing & PromotionsTrends: TechOperations & Supply ChainDeliveryTwitterBrick and MortarCOVID19Dept. ApparelExecutivesDept. HBCInclusivityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Retail Outlook Positive For 2025, With Spending Expected To Top 3% Deloitte’s 2025 retail industry outlook expects solid growth in consumer spending and predicts that tech advances could make this a breakthrough year for retailers. Joan Verdon - Forbes February 16, 2025February 16, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationConsumersConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Compliance is Futile Without Transparency: 340B, MDRP, MFP Overlap Lead to Iceberg Ahead Today’s guest post comes from Angie Franks, CEO at Kalderos Angie describes the compliance challenges that stakeholders face in managing the complex interactions of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program, and IRA’s Maximum Fair Price and inflation rebate provisions. She explains how clean, comprehensive claims data can resolve these issues. To learn […] Drug Channels February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaShoppersMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesEconomyBrokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors 3 Ways Brands are Harnessing the Value of Marketplaces Omnichannel is the new reality for brands and retailers of all sizes and product types. Results from Retail TouchPoints’ annual Omnichannel & Fulfillment Survey show that most respondents conduct business through an average of three different channels — and for 35% of them, marketplaces are critical to building brand awareness and driving business growth. In […] Retail TouchPoints February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 3 min read OmnichannelConsumersMarketing: Retail MediaOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsDeliveryShoppersThick DataHy-VeeInstacartMarketing: In StoreTargetConsultingPredictions and ForecastsReturnsAmazonRegional GroceryMarketing: Social MediaWalmartBest BuyBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodHome DepotLowesMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Uniqlo to Donate Equivalent of 2 Million Meals in 2025 Uniqlo has partnered with Feeding America to help provide 2 million meals to the organization’s local partner food banks across the U.S. Through Dec. 31, 2025, Uniqlo has committed to a minimum donation of $200,000 to the Feeding America organization. The fast fashion retailer will donate $150,000 up front, with the remaining $50,000 to be […] Retail TouchPoints February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 < 1 min read PhilanthropyDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityShoppersMarketing: In StoreDept. ApparelBrick and MortarAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Food prices expected to remain volatile, says supply chain specialist Food prices are expected to remain volatile through 2025, says Inverto, the procurement and supply chain management subsidiary of Boston Consulting Group. Inverto says that the long-term trend towards more extreme weather events will continue to hit regional crop yields causing sudden price spikes. A… This story continues at Food prices expected to remain volatile, […] Talking Retail February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryOperations & Supply ChainEconomyWeatherConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Why Plan Sponsors and PBMs Are Still Falling Hard for Copay Maximizers Valentine’s Day is almost here! So, it’s time for our romantic review of plan sponsors’ sweetheart: the accumulators and maximizers that divert manufacturers’ copay support payments away from patients—and toward plans and PBMs. As of late 2024, more than 40% of commercially insured lives were in plans that utilize a copay accumulator or a maximizer. […] Drug Channels February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaVendorsMeta (Facebook)Brokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors D2C e-commerce startup MarketLeap snags $8.3 million Series A funding round led by Smedvig Ventures MarketLeap, an AI driven platform that aims to simplify and scale D2C e-commerce, has announced an $8.3 million Series A funding round led by Smedvig Ventures, with participation from Expon Capital, Motier Ventures and business angels including former executives from Amazon, SoftBank, and Unilever. The capital injection will allow the company to accelerate platform development […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainShoppersAmazonInternationalStart UpsMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentDept. NonfoodCompetitionTescoTech: CashierlessDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessCOVID19OmnichannelPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsInternational - UKStrategyTrends: TechExecutivesTwitterMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionUnileverInclusivityAssociatesBrick and MortarGovernmentDeliveryAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Shopify takes down Ye website selling swastika shirts after Super Bowl ad The rapper ran a Super Bowl ad directing viewers to visit Yeezy.com, where it promoted a $20 black t-shirt with a swastika. CNBC February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. ApparelVendorsShopify 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Shopify powered Yeezy e-commerce website taken down after Kanye West brand sells swastika t-shirt Kanye West’s Yeezy online store has been taken down by Shopify following the sale of swastika t-shirts. The musician and entrepreneur reportedly splashed out $2 million on a single advert which aired during the Super Bowl at the weekend, directing people to his website where the t-shirts were being sold. “So what’s up, guys? I […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationShopifyVendorsDept. ApparelData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelTwitterTrends: TechCustomer ExperienceTescoTech: CashierlessResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19GovernmentMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - UKInclusivityHoliday & EventsEconomyDept. FuelDeliveryBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Food Sales Copycat Products Blurring the Lines Between Retail Food Channels The line between restaurants and food retailers is growing ever thinner. The battle for America’s food dollars has intensified as consumers embrace fresh, prepared, ready-2-eat (RTE) and heat-n-eat (HNE) options available across a rapidly expanding spectrum of retail channels. Convenience stores, chain drug stores, grocery stores, club stores, mass merchandisers, vending machines, and even […] Grocerant Guru February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. FreshBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationWhole FoodsWalgreensTrader JoesPredictions and ForecastsPackagingShoppersTrends: Food and BeverageDept. PerimeterRegional GroceryDept. BakeryMarketing: BrandWaWaWegmansAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainAmazonUnileverInsight ProvidersEconomyVendorsDelivery7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Innovation outlook 2025 Deloitte survey finds consumer products companies focused on granularity in the year ahead. Food Business News February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationThick DataConsumersConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Publicis Groupe is confident in the face of expected industry tumult The industry landscape could change dramatically if the Omnicom-IPG merger goes through, said Publicis CEO Arthur Sadoun on a call with analysts. MarketingDive February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 < 1 min read AgenciesPredictions and ForecastsMergersExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Super Bowl 2025 Ads Recap In this episode, the CPG Guys review all of the television ads that played in Super Bowl 59, February 9, 2025. This episode is sponsored by Recess – ‘helps CPG brands connect with their key retail shoppers, delivering experiential sampling in high-impact locations like gyms, colleges and community events to drive trial and conversion. Now […] The CPG Guys February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsPodcastsMarketing: Retail MediaBrokersTechnology & InnovationStrategySponsoredShoppersMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Food Marketing Calendars in TRUMP 2.0 The restaurant industry has long relied on food marketing calendars to drive menu innovation, seasonal promotions, and consumer engagement according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. But in a politically charged environment where tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and fluctuating commodity prices loom large, menu planning in TRUMP 2.0 could […] Grocerant Guru February 9, 2025February 9, 2025 3 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryGovernmentPackagingDept. FreshData & InsightsConsumersDept. PerimeterOperations & Supply ChainInternationalDept. FuelStrategySustainabilityDept. BakeryDeliveryAssociatesEconomyDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - North AmericaMarketing: TradeVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Live from Chile at Walmart Connect’s Accelerate Supplier Summit with PVSB PVSB himself is the guest in this episode as the tables are turned and he is interviewed by Lucas Barros, Head of Walmart Connect Chile. This episode was recorded in December 2024 at the Walmart Chile Accelerate Suppliers Summit. Find Lucas Barros on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-barros-631955103/ Find Walmart Connect Chile on Linkedin here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walmart-connect/ Find […] The CPG Guys February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 < 1 min read WalmartWalmart ConnectMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaShoppersPodcastsBrokersTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Restaurant Labor Costs at the Intersection of Service and Price 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 […] Grocerant Guru February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 4 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryShoppersAssociatesData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionThick DataStrategyTwitterPackagingCompetitionDept. OTCMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRDeliveryConsultingPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Today’s Rare Disease Launches Require the Right Specialty Pharmacy Partner 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 […] Drug Channels February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 2 min read Dept. PharmacyData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaStrategyShoppersMeta (Facebook)Brokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Radio Listening in Norway 2024: Radio and audio maintain a strong position Norway’s radio landscape witnessed subtle shifts in 2024, as revealed by Nielsen’s Radio Audio Measurement Report Norway 2024. While overall listenership saw a slight decline, certain demographics and listening patterns demonstrated resilience and even growth in this evolving audio ecosystem. Nielsen PPM audio measurement made significant development changes in 2024. The PPM Wearables were gradually […] Nielsen February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 2 min read Marketing: BroadcastInsight ProvidersBig DataConsumersPodcastsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors RetailROI’s SuperSaturday: When Retail Meets a Greater Purpose Each year, as retailers and technology providers gather in New York City for NRF’s Big Show, RetailROI’s SuperSaturday event stands out not just for its industry insights, but for its deeper purpose. RetailWire February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 < 1 min read VendorsTechnology & InnovationData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Steady food retail sales in January, NIQ data shows Total Till sales grew at UK supermarkets (+5.3%) in the last four weeks ending 27 January 2025, up from +3.6% recorded in December, according to new data released today by NielsenIQ (NIQ). With a better outlook on food inflation (+1.6%) compared to last year (+6.4%),… This story continues at Steady food retail sales in January, […] Talking Retail February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsVendorsInternational - UKInsight ProvidersEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors AI Startup Unlisted Expands Opportunities Beyond Traditional Listings to Unlock the Hidden Housing Market Source: Unlisted (EZ Newswire) Palo Alto, CA — In today’s housing market, where inventory is low and competition is high, buyers often find themselves frustrated with the lack of options. At any given moment, only about 5% of homes in the U.S. are actively listed for sale, yet these homes receive nearly all the attention […] Bigtechnology February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 3 min read AITechnology & InnovationMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodData & InsightsCompetitionVendorsPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesBrokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors The LA Fires: How multiplatform local media became a lifeline Extreme weather events, such as the devastating fires in Los Angeles in January 2025, are becoming an increasingly frequent part of daily life, as explored in Nielsen’s recent climate change report. These events not only disrupt communities, but also highlight the critical role of trusted local media. Los Angeles’ local television stations, their digital platforms, […] Nielsen February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 3 min read Marketing: BroadcastBig DataInsight ProvidersData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaWeatherThick DataConsumersStreamingMarketing: Digital MediaStrategyHoliday & EventsESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 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 […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays 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 […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth 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 […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now 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 […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked