Shopper & Customer Tammy Girl returns to action as it makes debut on Asos After a 17 year hiatus, Tammy Girl is back, with fast fashion giant Asos relaunching the brand on its website. In 2005, Tammy Girl closed its high street stores after being bought by BHS, leaving UK pre-teens distraught. Manchester based, digital fashion firm, Daisy Street acquired the brand and partnered with Asos for a capsule […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationReturnsPartnershipsShoppersDept. ApparelData & InsightsExecutivesInternational - UKConsumersStrategyDept. PetBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 5 truths about 2022 summer travel This summer will bear witness to the clash of two great forces affecting the travel industry: the desire for post-lockdown “revenge travel” versus record inflation forcing households to budget more tightly. Luckily for the travel industry, the desire to take a summer vacation will win out, but inflation will affect what summer travel will look […] Mintel May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read EconomyConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer How to beat back rising prices with Memorial Day deals For consumers struggling with soaring prices, the Memorial Day weekend sales push could be a great time to stock up. CNBC May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 3 takeaways from Dollar General, Dollar Tree earnings that sent stocks soaring Dollar Tree and Dollar General boosted their outlook for the year, noting that shoppers squeezed by inflation will seek cheaper prices. CNBC May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Dollar TreeDollar GeneralResults & InvestmentShoppersEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Gap shares fall 13% after retailer slashes profit guidance for the year The lower-income consumer, which is Old Navy’s target customer, is starting to feel pinched by inflation, Chief Executive Officer Sonia Syngal told CNBC. CNBC May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read ExecutivesTargetShoppersEconomyConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer Barr boosts its range of lemonades Soft drinks firm Barr is adding two fruity lemonades to its range. Barr Fruity Lemonade Cherry and Fruity Lemonade Blue will become available next month and are aimed at 12- to 24-year olds, known as Generation Z. Adrian Troy, Barr’s marketing director, said: “Barr Fruity Lemonades offers shoppers something really quite different, blending big, full-on […] Talking Retail May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read ShoppersPricing & PromotionsDept. BeverageConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer Victoria’s Secret Launches Digital Platform Dedicated to Women and Minority-Owned or Led Brands Victoria’s Secret has launched VS&Co-Lab, a curated digital platform designed to connect shoppers with unique brands and their stories, while bringing their intimates, lifestyle and swimwear products to the forefront. The emphasis will be on brands that align with the retailer’s values of innovation and inclusivity. The collection will feature 19 brands at launch, with […] Retail TouchPoints May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read InclusivityConsumersShoppersPartnershipsAssociatesDept. FreshEconomyTechnology & InnovationSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer More consumers look for clean eating as they battle stress, survey shows The International Food Information Council’s annual survey shows that more than half of U.S. consumers are now following a diet or eating pattern, while nearly three in four snack daily. Grocery Dive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read ConsumersThick DataInternationalDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Macy’s Polaris turnaround gains traction in Q1 The department store partook of elevated demand from a variety of quarters in the period, but has work to do to entice increasingly wary consumers. RetailDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Consumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dick’s sales decline in the face of 119% growth last year The results indicate a slowdown in consumer demand for the category after stimulus payments last year helped fuel record growth. RetailDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read EconomyDept. FuelConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dollar stores raise their expectations in volatile environment Dollar General and Dollar Tree could benefit from customers seeking out low prices, but their own costs are rising and shoppers are focused on consumables for now. RetailDive May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read SustainabilityBrick and MortarShoppersDollar GeneralDollar Tree 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumers hungry for self-service options Retail Customer Experience May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Consumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Kohl’s expects lower bids as inflation weighs on consumer purchasing activity Kohl’s is anticipating that initial bids received from prospective buyers may be revised downward based on slowing sales in the face of inflation. The retailer last week cut its full-year earnings forecast coming off a disappointing first quarter. RetailWire May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read EconomyConsumersResults & InvestmentPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer GIANT taps Krueger as VP of team experience CARLISLE, Pa. – The GIANT Co. has named Jennifer Heinzen Krueger vice president of team experience, effective May 30. Krueger replaces Matt Lutcavage, who is leaving for a new opportunity outside of the company. In her new role, Krueger will lead GIANT’s human resources team, which the company says is focused on fostering a culture […] MMR May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeAssociatesESG and CSRInclusivityOperations & Supply ChainPhilanthropyShoppersStrategyExecutivesTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer Providing a delivery experience that keeps consumers coming back Customer retention is a bigger issue now than ever before for retailers, as consumers have an increasing amount of variety and choice when it comes to where they make their purchases – particularly online. It is estimated that globally there are a total of 26 million ecommerce stores – a figure that grows by the […] Modern Retail May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read ConsumersDeliveryInternational - UKShoppersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer Dollar Tree, Inc. Reports Results for the First Quarter Fiscal 2022 CHESAPEAKE, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended April 30, 2022. “The team delivered a solid start to the year – with a 6.5% top-line sales expansion, a 19.2% lift to gross profit, and a 48.1% increase to earnings per share. During the quarter, the Dollar Tree […] BusinessWire - Conference Calls May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Dollar TreeResults & InvestmentShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer Asda warns of ‘stark’ situation facing shoppers as sales fall 9% year on year The supermarket blamed the fall on the exceptional sales of Q1 last year The Grocer May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Shoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Improving the insurance agent experience through digital transformation Find out how an insurtech improved the agent experience by modernizing sales compensation management and speeding commissions. The post Improving the insurance agent experience through digital transformation appeared first on The Future of Customer Engagement and Experience. Future of Commerce May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Grocerants Replacing Restaurants and Grocery Stores for Dinner What’s for Dinner is the age-old question every parent hears, and most say I don’t know. Today more and more families or looking online, or for new avenues of fresh food distributions in the way of meals and meal components that can be mixed and matched into perfect family meal. Alternative fresh food […] Grocerant Guru May 26, 2022May 26, 2022 4 min read Dept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsConsumersMarketing: SocialDept. FreshDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarPepsiCoConsultingDept. BeverageDept. Fresh PreparedStrategyAssociatesDept. BakeryMeta (Facebook)TwitterDept. Adult BevTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsMarketing: TradeESG and CSRDept. DairyDept. DeliDept. FuelMarketing: In StoreHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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
Shopper & Customer 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