Trends & External Forces Shein Designer Incubator Program Showcases Sustainable Fashions Shein has handpicked six U.S.-based designers to develop the first apparel collections for the EvoluSHEIN by Design program, which aims to accelerate the use of preferred materials and scale responsible manufacturing processes. Designers were selected based on their passion and their adherence to EvoluSHEIN by Design standards. Garments must consist of at least 30% preferred […] Retail TouchPoints September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityDept. ApparelGovernmentAssociatesResults & InvestmentESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaStart UpsPackagingOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Yodel agrees online deliveries partnership with location technology firm what3words UK parcel carrier Yodel has announced a strategic partnership with location technology company, what3words. This will see what3words integrate its system into the Yodel customer app, enabling customers to specify their online delivery address, addressing the challenges associated with ambiguous or hard to find locations. The former has divided the entire world into a grid […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsStore LocationTechnology & InnovationShoppersMarketing: Social MediaTwitterDeliveryInternational - UKCustomer ExperienceResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Rite Aid could close hundreds of stores in possible bankruptcy: WSJ [[“value”:” The drugstore retailer is in negotiations with creditors over a plan that could see nearly a quarter of its stores shutter, The Wall Street Journal reported. Published Sept. 25, 2023 A Rite Aid storefront. As part of a possible bankruptcy filing, the pharmacy retailer is considering liquidating hundreds of stores. Permission granted by Rite […] RetailDive September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 < 1 min read Rite AidBrick and MortarBankruptcyMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Peloton names SVP of apparel, accessories [[“value”:” Dive Brief A few months after the fitness brand launched a rebrand, Cédric Fletcher joins the company with experience from Nike and Under Armour. Published Sept. 25, 2023 A person using Peloton’s at-home fitness bike. The company first launched its apparel collection in 2021. Courtesy of Peloton. “]] RetailDive September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelExecutivesHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces In Washington State, Intensive Scrutiny Of Kroger-Albertsons Deal The Seattle Times has a piece about the proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons by Kroger, and the companies’ saying that they will sell 413 stores, including 104 in Washington State, to C&S Wholesale Grocers in order to get Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approvals. While Kroger has pledged that it will not close any stores […] MorningNewsBeat September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read KrogerRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayBrick and MortarStore LocationGovernmentAcquisitionMergersAssociatesCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainShoppersPredictions and ForecastsC&S Wholesale GrocersDivestituresCostcoWalmartDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Worth Reading: “The Worst Retail Job in America” Bloomberg Businessweek has a cover story about Dollar General, which it describes as “America’s most ubiquitous retailer,” with more than 19,000 US locations, “more than Walmart Inc. and Wendy’s Co. combined. Its main competitor, Dollar Tree Inc., has thousands fewer, even after acquiring rival Family Dollar some years back. Dollar General’s stores seem to be […] MorningNewsBeat September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read AssociatesDollar GeneralGovernmentBrick and MortarDollar TreeWalmartSustainabilityEconomyFamily DollarRestaurantsDept. DairyData & InsightsThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Worth Watching: How To Sell Apples Once again, Stew Leonard’s offers a lesson in how to communicate effectively with shoppers – in this case, via a video sent to customers in an email this weekend. In it, Stew Leonard Jr. talks about the organic apples his stores source from Quincy, Washington – it is an excellent example about how to bring […] MorningNewsBeat September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. FreshMarketing: Social MediaConsumersShoppersPricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Divestiture Blues Regarding the proposed Kroger-Albertsons deal, one MNB reader wrote: My immediate reaction to the announced sale of stores to C&S was that, outside the Pac NW, the stores being divested in other geographies do not provide enough scale in their markets to become viable competitors to the merged Kroger/Albertsons stores. The small number of stores […] MorningNewsBeat September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read DivestituresAlbertsons / SafewayKrogerBrick and MortarRegional GroceryGovernmentCompetitionAcquisitionPartnershipsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Ethical Sourcing Storytelling: Why it’s Important for Retailers and Brands Fair Trade month is observed in October to raise awareness about fair trade practices and products. It’s a time to celebrate ethical and sustainable shopping and support products that prioritize fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmental responsibility. When products are sold as Fair Trade Certified, a fraction of the sale returns to the producer […] RangeMe September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 4 min read SustainabilityAssociatesConsumersDept. FreshDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainVendorsCOVID19ReturnsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryESG and CSRResults & InvestmentGovernmentDept. LaundryLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Dissolving martech? Tech stack aggregation brings more power to marketing, more control to IT Was it John Lennon who wrote, “Imagine there’s no martech, I wonder if you can?” I may be misremembering that lyric. But it’s what came to mind when I saw the above chart. It’s from a new Gartner report, 4 Actions to Improve Martech ROI, and it reveals a pretty dramatic shift in ownership of […] chiefmartec September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 6 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsShoppersInclusivityMarketing: Social MediaInsight ProvidersDept. NonfoodAcquisitionExecutivesESG and CSRVendorsAssociatesData VisualizationConsumersPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsStrategySustainabilityTikTokTrends: MarketingMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Small businesses embrace digital payments [[“value”:”Small business owners envision a cashless future, according to Visa, even as some legislators move to protect unbanked and underbanked consumers.”]] RetailDive September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The Digital Metrics That Matter for Commerce Success Today DSI “Not all sales are created equal. We’re kind of starting a new startup cycle. At the same time, I don’t want to say ending the old cycle, but you’re slowing down the traditional cycle. We have to invest ahead of the curve, or we won’t be around to use what we already have.” — Chris […] Digital Shelf Institute September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 9 min read Marketing: Retail MediaMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainConsumersResults & InvestmentOmnichannelSustainabilityPodcastsDeliveryPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsCOVID19Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsShoppersStrategyAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces How to Win in Retail: Less Science, More Art By Doug Stephens Over the last 20 years, technology has transformed retail. Mobile phones have become essential conduits for communication, entertainment and commerce. Technologies like augmented reality, once a novelty, have become commonplace digital merchandising and selling tools. E-commerce, which in 2003 amounted to a rounding error on most retailers’ profit and loss statements, has […] Retail Prophet September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersData & InsightsESG and CSRCustomer ExperienceCompetitionSustainabilityResults & InvestmentDept. ApparelBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodInternationalDept. Toys & GamesAmazonPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingDept. BeverageDept. HBCDept. Adult BevCOVID19Trends: RetailDept. PerimeterInternational - UKMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaMetaverseTech: AR and VRDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces EXCLUSIVE: The 340B Program Reached $54 Billion in 2022—Up 22% vs. 2021 Drug Channels has just obtained new details on the size of the 340B Drug Pricing Program. I couldn’t wait to share the news, hence this special Sunday post. For 2022, discounted purchases under the 340B program reached a record $53.7 billion—an astonishing $9.8 billion (+22.3%) higher than its 2021 counterpart. The difference between list prices […] Drug Channels September 24, 2023September 24, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessConsultingMeta (Facebook)EconomyDept. PharmacyDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Four ways technology impacts healthcare Technological advancements over the years can be described as mind blowing and have impacted many aspects of life. Healthcare is no exception to this incredible journey; it goes beyond fancy gadgets to how technology improves healthcare for patients or medical professionals. Unsurprisingly, UK research has suggested that groundbreaking healthcare tech could transform medical procedures and […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 24, 2023September 24, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationHealth & WellnessData & InsightsAIInternational - UKBig DataShoppersDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsTrends: Tech 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FreshTake will Extend and Expand Mitchell Grocery Interactive and participatory a new foodservice concept, FreshTake, will feature several foodservice concepts, extensive seating, and multiple entertainment options to entice consumers to stay longer, come back more frequently, and spend more according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Here is a little background, Jackson Mitchell, is a fourth-generation […] Grocerant Guru September 24, 2023September 24, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. FreshData & InsightsDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastDeliveryDept. Adult BevMarketing: In StoreConsumersInstacartStrategyDept. RefrigeratedWhole FoodsDept. Fresh PreparedMeta (Facebook)TwitterConsultingPartnershipsDoorDashESG and CSRExecutivesFood DeliveryPredictions and ForecastsDept. PerimeterDept. BakeryPricing & PromotionsRestaurantsUbereatsDept. PharmacyBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Engaging Consumers through Last Mile Delivery with Shipt’s Katie Stratton The CPG Guys are joined by Katie Stratton, Chief Growth Officer at Shipt which provides personal shopping and delivery and is available to 80% of households in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Follow Katie Stratton on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katieserkinstrattonFollow Shipt on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shipt/Follow Shipt online at: http://shipt.com Katie answers the following questions: Can you […] The CPG Guys September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 2 min read DeliveryConsumersMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsPodcastsPartnershipsData & InsightsShoppersTechnology & InnovationMeta (Facebook)Trends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces 7-Eleven Expanding it’s ‘Halo’ of Better-4-You Doing good work while working to do good is a formula that edifies both customers and employees to your brand. In the case of 7-Eleven focusing on doing good, will benefit Children’s Miracle Network hospitals, employees while garnering favor with consumers according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. So, […] Grocerant Guru September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 3 min read 7-Eleven & SpeedwayData & InsightsConsumersInternationalExecutivesSustainabilityDept. ApparelAssociatesDeliveryDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)PartnershipsRestaurantsHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Study: Ultra-Processed Food, Beverages Linked To Female Depression USA Today reports that “consuming high amounts of ultra-processed food and drinks could increase the risk of developing depression in women, new research suggests. “The findings indicate this is especially true with the consumption of artificial sweeteners and artificially sweetened beverages, according to the study published Wednesday in the journal JAMA Network Open … The […] MorningNewsBeat September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessDept. FrozenData & InsightsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CVS Health appoints Michael F. Mahoney to its board of directors [[“value”:” CVS Health Corporation has appointed Michael F. Mahoney, Chairman and CEO of Boston Scientific Corporation, a global medical technology leader, to serve on the Board of Directors of CVS Health, effective November 1. “Mike’s focus throughout his career – to drive improvements in health outcomes and increase access to care – align […] Supermarket News September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessCVSExecutivesDept. HBCInternationalTechnology & InnovationConsumersResults & InvestmentJohnson & JohnsonOperations & Supply ChainStrategyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Uber Eats to accept SNAP benefits in 2024 [[“value”:” Uber Eats said it would begin accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for groceries beginning next year, following the nationwide rollout of SNAP acceptance at Instacart. “We know that online food delivery can have a meaningful impact in reducing barriers to fresh groceries, especially for the most vulnerable – including people […] Supermarket News September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 2 min read UbereatsInstacartDeliveryPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryFood DeliveryShoppersAmazonDoorDashDept. FreshBOPISKrogerMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: TradePartnershipsStrategyWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Webinar: Cracking the code of brand success in emerging media channels Webinar Sep 21, 2023 Cracking the code of brand success in emerging media channels Watch the webinar Are you ready to decode the secrets behind building powerful brands in today’s ever-evolving media landscape? Tune in to this insightful webinar as we delve into our “Secrets of Success: Building Brands with Emerging Media” report. In this […] Nielsen September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 2 min read Insight ProvidersBig DataMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsPodcastsTrends: MarketingStrategyESG and CSRConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Analysis: Kroger-Albertsons Deal Still In Regulatory Trouble The financial analysis service Seeking Alpha is out with an assessment of the prospects that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will approve Kroger’s proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. In short, Seeking Alpha is dubious, at least in part because of ongoing comparisons of the proposed divestiture of more than 400 stores to C&S Wholesale […] MorningNewsBeat September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 3 min read Albertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryBrick and MortarKrogerMergersGovernmentAssociatesAcquisitionDivestituresBankruptcyEconomyDept. GroceryC&S Wholesale GrocersResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Wisdom From Frankie Five Angels Earlier this week I did a FaceTime in which I expressed a certain amazement with stories about how many men spent a lot of time on a regular basis thinking about the ancient Roman empire. I mentioned that I’m not one of those men – I maybe think about it when watching “Gladiator” and “A […] MorningNewsBeat September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 6 min read Health & WellnessAmazonDept. GroceryDept. BeverageGovernmentDeliveryShoppersConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRestaurantsCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainPodcastsInternational - UKKraftHeinzKrogerExecutivesPartnershipsStrategyEconomyMarketing: BroadcastDept. Adult BevBrick and MortarAssociatesSustainabilityLegal & CriminalTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Our takes on new Wall Street research analyzing 4 Club consumer stocks The companies under the microscope are Costco, P&G, beer maker Constellation Brands, and off-price retailer TJX. CNBC September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationEconomyConsumersDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Our takes on new Wall Street research analyzing 4 Club consumer stocks The companies under the microscope are Costco, P&G, beer maker Constellation Brands, and off-price retailer TJX. CNBC September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationEconomyConsumersDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CADS helps Henderson Group to transform its retail space planning with StoreSpace solution Retail space planning specialist CADS has helped Northern Ireland’s largest Spar retailer and wholesaler, Henderson Group, improve its space management process with StoreSpace. Henderson Group reached out to CADS following a recommendation from Nielsen, which provides Spaceman planogram technology that partners with StoreSpace. “Our StoreSpace software makes it easier for retailers to optimise their retail […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationBrick and MortarStrategyAcquisitionMarketing: Social MediaTwitterShoppersResults & InvestmentData & InsightsOmnichannelSponsoredMarketing: In StoreTrends: TechBig DataPartnershipsInternational - UKInsight ProvidersVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Amazon will bring ‘limited’ ads to Prime Video starting in early 2024 The streamer is promising to deliver “meaningfully fewer ads” than rivals, while Prime members can pay extra to avoid them. MarketingDive September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read StreamingPredictions and ForecastsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC names Amazon execs in ‘dark patterns’ complaint [[“value”:”The agency also revealed details from previously redacted internal messages from the e-retailer’s employees, warning leadership of unfair practices.”]] RetailDive September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read GovernmentExecutivesAmazonAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Casey’s General Store Technology Solutions Make Us Better Casey’s General Stores continues looking a customer ahead entering into new technology partnerships that will reduce ‘pain-points’ for both customers and employees according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Casey’s is upgrading its foodservice program with two new technology solutions that will streamline operations and while adding convenience to the ordering […] Grocerant Guru September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 3 min read Casey's General StoresTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsShoppersExecutivesBrick and MortarAIPackagingDept. BeverageAssociatesGovernmentPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsPress ReleaseRestaurantsDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Hy-Vee launches RedMedia omnichannel retail media network Hy-Vee launched the full-scale version of its retail media network, called Hy-Vee RedMedia, at the Groceryshop 2023 conference this week in Las Vegas. The West Des Moines, Iowa-based retailer described the platform as a disruptor in the retail media landscape that will connect brands directly with Hy-Vee’s customer base across multiple platforms, including both online […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Instacart stock languishes after IPO Instacart saw its share price erode in the two days following its initial public offering, after it rose 12.7% in its first day of trading on the NASDAQ exchange. The stock settled down to just slightly over its IPO price of $30 per share on Wednesday, its first full day on the exchange, then ranged […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Retail Media Metrics #30DaysofRetailMedia | Day 21: Retail Media Metrics Metrics help brand advertisers measure retail media effectiveness. Key performance indicators (KPIs) span the full marketing funnel, as consumers can enter anywhere. Brand advertisers: 🎯 Choose KPIs according to their objectives📊 Measure baseline results for meaningful comparisons🌟 Review their metrics for data insights to optimize their processes and […] Written by Lisa Goller September 21, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG companies aim to make recycling simpler for consumers Dispelling consumer confusion around plastics recycling, investing in local programs and embracing molecular technologies are some of the current steps the Consumer Brands Association and its members are taking to create a sustainably packaged future. Written by Supermarket Perimeter September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The big chill: Holiday retail sales 2023 expected to slow Experts predict slow growth in 2023 holiday sales as consumers tighten their belts in a tough economy, but e-commerce will remain a bright spot. Stores are filling with displays of holiday decorations and holiday-themed merchandise as retailers eagerly prepare for the annual shopping surge, but consumers may not be as excited. Forecasts for 2023 holiday […] Written by Future of Commerce September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked