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An Amazon One app has gone live, enabling customers to sign up for the service by taking a photo of their palm. Amazon One is a palm recognition service for entry, identification, and payment. Until now, people had to visit a physical location to hover their palm over a device to sign up for the […]
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Retailers often find themselves in need of additional capital to fund their operations, whether it’s for inventory, expansion, or covering operational costs. One option available to them is a secured loan, which can provide the necessary funds while offering attractive terms. However, the application process for secured loans can be daunting, with lenders imposing stringent […]
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Picture a bustling retail environment—efficiency is not just desired; it’s essential. For retail managers eyeing the prospect of going digital, the lure of slashing time and expenses is compelling. The switch to digital document management, particularly online PDF editors for contracts, promises more than a mere upgrade; it is a transformative stride toward streamlined operations. […]
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Since launching its retail media network, RedMedia, in September 2023, Hy-Vee has been focused on building out its media offerings and capabilities. Now, to support this long-term growth vision, the grocery retailer has hired a new EVP and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), who also will act as President of RedMedia.  Jessica Hendrix will begin her tenure […]
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Today’s guest post comes from Bill Dupere, SVP of Product Development & Partnerships at Mercalis. Bill discusses specialty therapy access barriers, including payer utilization management techniques and “no coverage” policies. Contact Mercalis to learn about their Patient Support Services. Read on for Bill’s insights. Read more » © 2006-2024 HMP Omnimedia, LLC d/b/a Drug Channels […]
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UK consumers are set to spend £1.9bn this Easter, a 4.0% increase on 2023. Spend on Easter food and drink is expected to drive the uplift as consumers plan to splash out, feeling less restricted by financial pressures amid the cost-of-living crisis, according to a… This story continues at Easter spending expected to rise to […]
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After nearly 20 years of litigation, Visa and Mastercard have reached a settlement with U.S. merchants worth an estimated $30 billion that will lower the interchange fees (commonly referred to as swipe fees) that merchants are charged when customers use credit or debit cards. The antitrust settlement is one of the largest in U.S. history, according to Reuters, and […]
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The Home Depot is acquiring building products distributor SRS Distribution for $18.25 billion in a bid to accelerate the growth of its pro offerings. The deal, which is expected to close by the end of the retailer’s fiscal 2024 in late January 2025, is subject to customer closing conditions and will be funded through a […]
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ATLANTA — LexisNexis Risk Solutions has revealed the findings of the fourteenth edition of its annual LexisNexis True Cost of Fraud Study: Ecommerce and Retail Report – U.S. and Canada Edition. The report, based on a commissioned survey conducted by Forrester Consulting, shows that merchants in the U.S. and Canada incur an average cost of $3.00 […]
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WASHINGTON – U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in health care rankings and consumer advice, today published the second annual Best OTC Medicine & Health Products. The latest edition of the rankings features 132 categories, with 33 brand new over-the-counter product categories included this year. The brands with the most No. 1 products […]
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  Chain restaurants need to be continually looking a customer ahead, if they take the eye off today’s customers, tomorrows customers won’t be there either. While consumers are dynamic not static, they are also penny wise, not pound foolish according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® simply stated they know […]
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Acquiring new customers can cost up to 5x more than retaining existing ones. This puts more responsibility on retailers to find a sustainable way to create a positive, personalized relationship that maintains engagement and inspires repeat purchases. One way to do that? Gamify the customer experience. Put simply, gamification adds gaming elements to non-gaming scenarios. […]
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Credential stuffing attacks are a costly headache, with the Ponemon Institute finding that businesses lose an average of $6 million per year due to lost customers, increased IT costs, and other fallouts. The pervasive problem of password reuse fuels credential stuffing, and we can only expect these attacks to increase as more credentials are exposed […]
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Online retail and e-commerce providers are struggling to meet shopper expectations amidst ongoing inflation, higher costs and lingering supply chain woes. A new independent survey that queried nearly 2,000 global shoppers found that 88 percent of U.S. and 79 percent of U.K. shoppers said that online retailers delivered poor experiences at least once in the […]
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Snappy Shopper, the e-commerce platform connecting local retailers with customers, has announced an Easter competition partnership with Mondelez. The brand partnership campaign, fully funded by Mondelez, offers customers the chance to win £1,000 Snappy credit by purchasing selected Mondelez products via the Snappy Shopper app.… This story continues at Snappy Shopper and Mondelez team up […]
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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 […]
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NEW YORK, NY — Keystone announced today the appointment of Devesh Mishra as President and Chief Product and Technology Officer of CoreAI, marking a significant step toward the company’s objective to lead in innovation in artificial intelligence. Mr. Mishra, whose illustrious career spans over two decades in the tech industry, brings a wealth of experience […]
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Only 41 percent of retailers find the current process for selling and buying retail media efficient. This insight has prompted discussions on how to continue its development, what’s working well, and where the major pain points exist. To succeed, retailers must address five critical challenges halting progress on retail media’s potential: 1. Internal Politics and […]
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Central Co-op, has announced the successful rollout of electronic shelf edge labels (ESELs) in 260 stores. The technology marks a significant advancement in the retail industry – streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience and driving sustainable practices. Key highlights of the rollout include total labels in… This story continues at Central Co-op completes electronic shelf edge […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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); […]
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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 […]
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The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Valeria Shumaker, Director of eCommerce at Jelmar LLC, manufacturer of CLR & Tarn-X brands. Follow Valeria Shumaker on LinkedIn at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriashumaker/Follow Jelmar on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jelmar/Follow Jelmar online at: https://clrbrands.com/ Valeria answers these questions: Please walk us through pivotal roles in your professional career that have […]
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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 […]

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