Trends & External Forces FMI reports taste still an issue in plant-based foods The FMI research is supported by work done earlier this year by 84.51?, a part of the Kroger Co., in partnership with the Plant Based Foods Association. Supermarket Perimeter September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 < 1 min read Trends: Food and BeverageHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaKrogerInsight ProvidersBig Data84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media As Advertisers Shift Budgets into Retail Media, IAB Releases Measurement Standards The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released a preliminary framework to standardize retail media measurement. The framework was developed in collaboration with the Media Rating Council (MRC) as well as 55 companies with a stake in the performance of retail media, including The Mars Agency, Albertsons Media Collective, Google, Unilever U.S., Criteo, Best Buy Ads, […] Retail TouchPoints September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsStrategyTechnology & InnovationAgenciesStreamingCompetitionMarketing: BroadcastResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaKrogerPartnershipsUnileverTargetShoppersRegional GroceryMarketing: OOHExecutivesMarketing: ShopperWalmartGoogleESG and CSRAlbertsons / SafewayBest BuyMarketing: BrandBrick and Mortar84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media As Advertisers Shift Budgets into Retail Media, IAB Releases Measurement Standards The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released a preliminary framework to standardize retail media measurement. The framework was developed in collaboration with the Media Rating Council (MRC) as well as 55 companies with a stake in the performance of retail media, including The Mars Agency, Albertsons Media Collective, Google, Unilever U.S., Criteo, Best Buy Ads, […] Retail TouchPoints September 13, 2023September 14, 2023 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsStrategyTechnology & InnovationAgenciesStreamingCompetitionMarketing: BroadcastResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaKrogerPartnershipsUnileverTargetShoppersRegional GroceryMarketing: OOHExecutivesMarketing: ShopperWalmartGoogleESG and CSRAlbertsons / SafewayBest BuyMarketing: BrandBrick and Mortar84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results and Reaffirms Guidance The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its second quarter 2023 results, reaffirmed 2023 guidance and updated investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Kroger September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 8 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentDept. FuelShoppersPredictions and ForecastsEconomyGovernmentSustainabilityHealth & WellnessInclusivityConsumersDept. FreshMergersStrategyRegional GroceryDept. DairyOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19PartnershipsPress ReleasePhilanthropyOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. PharmacyDept. GroceryExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherReturnsTargetUnileverDeliveryDivestituresData & InsightsDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / OrganicESG and CSRHomeChefVendorsTrends: ConsumerPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Retail Ad Tech Innovation with Kroger Precision Marketing’s Cara Pratt EPISODE 300 The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Cara Pratt, SVP of Kroger Precision Marketing at 84.51, the retail data science division of Kroger. Follow Cara Pratt on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cara-pratt-2429614/Follow 84.51 on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/84-51/Follow Kroger Precision Marketing online at: https://www.krogerprecisionmarketing.com/ Follow 84.51 online at: https://www.8451.com/ Cara answers these questions:1) Most people […] The CPG Guys July 15, 2023July 15, 2023 2 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKroger84.51Technology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaInsight ProvidersBig DataOmnichannelPodcastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationShoppersTrends: TechData & InsightsMarketing: In StorePartnershipsExecutivesDept. FuelCOVID19Marketing: BrandStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Kroger Is Bringing Its Retail Media Ad Tech In-House Kroger Precision Marketing, the grocery chain’s retail media arm, announced plans to bring its self-serve retail media ad tech fully in-house and shared an update on how the project is going The post Kroger Is Bringing Its Retail Media Ad Tech In-House appeared first on AdExchanger. AdExchanger June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaTechnology & InnovationKroger84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Driving Brand Loyalty Amid Supply Chain and Price Pressures Brand loyalty can be a fickle thing, especially when consumers feel the pressure of high prices and the frustration of out-of-stocks. When shopping online, these issues can come across as even more impersonal, further hindering brand loyalty. For example, after a long workday, there are perhaps fewer things more frustrating for a busy parent than […] Matt Kates June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 3 min read ConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsWeatherDept. NonfoodMarketing: Retail MediaInsight Providers84.51EconomyDept. GroceryThick DataConsultingDept. BeverageDept. DairyBig DataBrick and MortarExecutivesOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Reports First Quarter 2023 Results and Reaffirms Full-Year Identical Sales Without Fuel and Adjusted EPS Guidance Company Release – 6/15/2023 First Quarter Highlights CINCINNATI, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its first quarter 2023 results, reaffirmed 2023 guidance for identical sales without fuel and adjusted EPS and updated investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Comments from Chairman and […] Kroger Press Releases June 15, 2023June 15, 2023 8 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentDept. FuelSustainabilityAssociatesShoppersDept. FreshHealth & WellnessEconomyPredictions and ForecastsGovernmentStrategyDeliveryDept. GroceryOperations & Supply ChainConsumersReturnsDept. PharmacyBrick and MortarOwned Brands (Private Label)ExecutivesDept. Fresh PreparedCOVID19TargetPackagingMergersWeatherMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAlbertsons / SafewayCompetitionUnileverPress ReleasePartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionUbereatsESG and CSRTrends: ConsumerData & InsightsDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / Organic84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Spring and Summer Snacks take Center Stage How do you keep the kids happy when school get out? Fill the house with more snacks. The average household with a teenager out of school will spend $ 300 more a month on food. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® a mix of full flavored hot and […] Grocerant Guru June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsGoogleMarketing: BroadcastDept. FreshMarketing: Retail Media84.51Insight ProvidersShoppersDept. NonfoodDept. OTCThick DataPepsiCoBig DataAgenciesPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. DairyDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Media Update: Kroger to Add Screens at 500 Stores, Walmart Names New Tech Partners and Save Mart Joins the Mix The growth of retail media shows no sign of slowing, as established players announce new expansions and new retailers, most recently Save Mart, enter the mix. In the latest developments, Kroger is looking beyond its websites with plans to expand in-store advertising opportunities, and Walmart is teaming up with more tech partners to help brands […] Retail TouchPoints May 24, 2023July 11, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsWalmartKrogerBrick and MortarData & InsightsTrends: RetailWalmart ConnectMarketing: In StoreExecutivesMarketing: BroadcastPredictions and Forecasts84.51Marketing: Social MediaShoppersAssociatesOmnichannelInsight ProvidersAgenciesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionIndustry Conferences and EventsDollar GeneralJohnson & JohnsonLowesDept. NonfoodCustomer ExperienceBig DataMarketing: ShopperMarketing: TradeMeta (Facebook)Target 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger-Albertsons Deal Could Build A Media Empire WCPO News has a piece about why Kroger is ready to go to the mattresses to complete its $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. It has less to do with growing grocery market share, the reasoning goes, and more to do with growing a retail media empire. “Long term, the biggest accelerator for profit growth for […] MorningNewsBeat May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerMarketing: Retail MediaAlbertsons / SafewayAmazonResults & InvestmentAcquisitionCompetitionData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationTargetShoppersDept. FuelTrends: MarketingExecutivesConsumers84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Definition Of Loyalty Shifts, Becomes Less About Exclusivity Data analysis company 84.51° is out with a new white paper on the subject of loyalty and how consumer perceptions of it have evolved. Some key findings: • The definition of loyalty in most shoppers’ minds has shifted away from exclusivity. This presents both a challenge and opportunity for brands to strengthen their relationships with […] MorningNewsBeat April 28, 2023April 28, 2023 < 1 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersConsumersMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersDept. NonfoodData & InsightsBig Data84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Microsoft Takes Aim at Google, Amazon with Plans to Build ‘Omnichannel Retail Media Platform’ Microsoft is gearing up to take a bigger piece of the growing retail media pie with the debut of a suite of new capabilities through its PromoteIQ marketing platform, which the company acquired in 2019. Among the new offerings are the debut of the Microsoft Retail Advertising Network, which will allow retailers to pull from […] Retail TouchPoints January 12, 2023January 12, 2023 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelPartnershipsShoppersBigCommerceGoogleMarketing: In StoreAmazonPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsStore LocationMarketing: OOHTargetResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRAITechnology & InnovationMarketing: BroadcastKrogerHome DepotEconomyBJ’s Wholesale Club84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Top 10 2022 DSI Content Picks for the Best Online Experience DSI From forward-looking industry research to conversations with leading ecommerce innovators and practitioners, the Digital Shelf Institute (DSI) is committed to producing engaging, compelling, and insightful content you need to deliver the best online experience and take your business to the next level. As the DSI says goodbye to 2022, here’s a look back at some […] Digital Shelf Institute January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 9 min read MerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelPodcastsStrategyOperations & Supply ChainConsumersExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsKrogerInstacartEconomyDeliveryData & InsightsCVSWalmartPepsiCoResults & InvestmentTrends: MarketingMarketing: In Store84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Reports Third Quarter 2022 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its third quarter 2022 results and will update investors on how Leading with Fresh and Accelerating with Digital continues to position Kroger for long-term sustainable growth. Kroger Press Releases December 1, 2022December 1, 2022 8 min read KrogerAssociatesDept. FuelShoppersSustainabilityResults & InvestmentHealth & WellnessDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsEconomyGovernmentTechnology & InnovationStrategyOwned Brands (Private Label)COVID19Dept. GroceryReturnsBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesPartnershipsWeatherDept. Fresh PreparedCompetitionMergersPress ReleasePhilanthropyConsumersDept. PharmacyDept. DairyTargetAlbertsons / SafewayUnileverMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDeliveryData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: BroadcastHomeChefHoliday & EventsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationFood DeliveryMarketing: Digital MediaESG and CSRDept. DeliTrends: Food and BeverageTrends: ConsumerMarketing: TradeDoorDashDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / Organic84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Corporate Purpose Social Impact Lessons from TOMS TOMS was an early pioneer of the purpose-driven retail model. Although many know the brand for its one-for-one approach to charitable giving, the brand recently underwent a transformation that included rethinking its approach to social impact. To get the scoop, we brought Amy Smith, who is the Chief Strategy & Impact Officer for TOMS, on […] Retail Remix Podcast November 22, 2022November 22, 2022 < 1 min read ESG and CSRPhilanthropyTechnology & InnovationStrategyShoppersMarketing: Retail MediaInsight Providers84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Reports Strong Q2 Results Albertsons said yesterday that Q2 net sales reached $17.9 billion, up from $16.5 billion during the same period a year earlier – driven by a 7.4 percent increase in same-store sales, which in turn was driven by high food price inflation. Q2 digital sales were up 36 percent. Net income for the period was $342.7 […] MorningNewsBeat October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 2 min read Albertsons / SafewayMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionKrogerEconomyStrategyMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersExecutivesDept. GroceryDept. FreshCOVID19Big Data84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Kroger Precision Marketing enters CTV advertising partnership Magnite platform to pair KPM retail sales data with streaming video programming for CPG brands Supermarket News September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 < 1 min read StreamingMarketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsKroger84.51Marketing: Digital MediaData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Kroger expands retail media arm into video, connected TV The grocer has added new programmatic features to its Kroger Precision Marketing business in order to better compete in an increasingly saturated market. Grocery Dive September 13, 2022September 13, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKrogerMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Digital Media84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Kroger expands retail media arm into video, CTV The grocer adds new programmatic features to its Kroger Precision Marketing business in order to better compete in an increasingly saturated market. MarketingDive September 13, 2022September 13, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKrogerStreamingMarketing: Digital Media84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Optimizing Ad Spend is Important — But Retailers Ignore Bigger Picture Monetization Strategies at Their Peril Retailers are on a quest to improve margins. Given an environment of unprecedented competition, inflation, economic uncertainty, excess inventory and constant supply chain disruptions, that quest is now a business imperative for all — and for many, an existential battle. As a result, we’re seeing a lot of headlines about the industry doubling down on retail […] Mark Abernathy August 30, 2022August 30, 2022 3 min read Data & InsightsKrogerOperations & Supply ChainTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentWalmartBig DataMarketing: Retail MediaStrategyMarketing: In StoreExecutivesShoppersPredictions and ForecastsEconomy84.51Insight ProvidersCompetitionConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAIPartnershipsMerchandisingCOVID19SustainabilityDollar General 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Data-Enabled Streaming TV with 84.51˚’s Michael Schuh & Roku’s Alannah Pawlik The CPG Guys, Sri & PVSB, are joined in this episode by Michael Schuh, VP of Kroger Precision Marketing Media Strategy for 84.51˚ & Alannah Pawlik, Sr Marketing Manager at Roku. 84.51˚ is a retail data science, insights and media company that helps the Kroger company, CPGs, agencies, publishers and affiliated partners create more personalized […] The CPG Guys August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 2 min read Marketing: BroadcastMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social Media84.51Insight ProvidersData & InsightsStreamingKrogerBig DataShoppersMarketing: Digital MediaPodcastsConsumersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAgenciesDept. FuelMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: ShopperPartnershipsStrategyTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Data-Enabled Private Marketplaces with 84.51˚’s Michael Schuh & Roku’s Alannah Pawlik The CPG Guys, Sri & PVSB, are joined in this episode by Michael Schuh, VP of Kroger Precision Marketing Media Strategy for 84.51˚ & Alannah Pawlik, Sr Marketing Manager at Roku. 84.51˚ is a retail data science, insights and media company that helps the Kroger company, CPGs, agencies, publishers and affiliated partners create more personalized […] The CPG Guys August 24, 2022August 24, 2022 2 min read Marketing: BroadcastMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social Media84.51Insight ProvidersData & InsightsKrogerBig DataShoppersStreamingPodcastsConsumersMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAgenciesDept. FuelMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: ShopperPartnershipsStrategyTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumers Food Shopping Discontinuity Last week Heather Lalley pointed out in an article that inflation was driving consumers to make different choices when it comes to buying groceries. So, the team at Foodservice Solutions® wanted to see if those choices held true for consumer in in the omni-channel grocerant niche. Turns out they are very similar but we noticed […] Grocerant Guru August 5, 2022August 5, 2022 5 min read ConsumersData & InsightsDept. GroceryEconomyBig DataInsight ProvidersRestaurantsAlbertsons / SafewayShoppersWalmartBrick and MortarMarketing: Retail Media84.51Marketing: Social MediaDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationKrogerResults & InvestmentStore LocationPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FuelInternational - North AmericaStrategyDept. DairyDept. BeverageDept. Natural / OrganicOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsOwned Brands (Private Label)Health & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media How Digital Retail Media Is Becoming One of the Driving Forces of the Retail Industry | DSI “[We have] an incredible opportunity just to think differently about how we connect and drive a really meaningful customer experience … The retail media industry is going to continue to grow because we’re doing things to solve customer problems [and] drive media accountability.” — Cara Pratt, Senior Vice President, Kroger Precision Marketing While investment in […] Digital Shelf Institute August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 4 min read Marketing: Retail MediaConsumersMerchandisingData & InsightsShoppersTechnology & InnovationKroger84.51AgenciesExecutivesPodcastsResults & InvestmentConsultingMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsStrategyCustomer ExperienceESG and CSRDept. FreshSustainabilityTargetPartnershipsTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Pacvue teams with Kroger Precision Marketing for on-site advertising Pacvue has announced general availability of Pacvue Advertising for Kroger, in partnership with Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), the retail media business of the Kroger Co. Advertisers on Kroger.com can now use Pacvue to programmatically manage advertising campaigns to “create cost efficiencies, grow share of voice, and increase sales”. Kroger Product Listing Ads are a pay […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub July 11, 2022July 11, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKrogerPartnerships84.51Technology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaTwitterOmnichannelOcadoDeliveryStrategyDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Media Revolution with Skai’s Nich Weinheimer The CPG Guys, PVSB and Sri are joined in this episode by Nich Weinheimer, GM of Strategy and Commerce at Skai (fka Kenshoo). Skai is an AI-powered suite of technologies for brands and retailers including consumer and market insights, strategic planning, omnichannel media activation, testing and measurement. Skai’s solutions all share a uniquely comprehensive data […] The CPG Guys May 14, 2022May 14, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsPodcastsOmnichannelIndustry Conferences and Events84.51AcquisitionKrogerGopuffStrategyAIConsumersDeliveryDept. Natural / OrganicESG and CSRFood DeliveryInsight ProvidersPartnershipsQ CommerceShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Kroger Precision Marketing Expands Access to On-Site Advertising Inventory Through Three Leading Ad-Management Platforms Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), the retail media business of the Kroger Co. powered by 84.51°, is expanding access to its on-site advertising inventory. Yahoo March 28, 2022March 28, 2022 2 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKroger84.51Insight ProvidersOperations & Supply ChainConsumersDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationAgenciesData & InsightsShoppersMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStrategyResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Retail Ecosystem We’ve Reached 100 Episodes! We’re celebrating 100 episodes of the Retail Remix podcast! We were feeling a bit nostalgic, so the team looked back into the archives and uncovered the five most-downloaded conversations. They paint a fascinating picture about how far the show, and the retail industry, has come over the past two years. Listen to get a […] Retail TouchPoints March 14, 2022March 14, 2022 < 1 min read PodcastsMarketing: Retail MediaShopifyTechnology & InnovationAmazonBrick and MortarCOVID19Data & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutives84.51KrogerInsight Providers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Reports Third Quarter 2021 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today reported its third quarter 2021 results and will update investors on how key initiatives are positioning the company for long-term sustainable growth. Kroger Press Releases December 2, 2021December 5, 2021 8 min read KrogerAssociatesCOVID19Dept. FuelDeliveryEconomyDept. FreshConsumersHealth & WellnessInclusivityGovernmentDept. GroceryData & InsightsExecutives84.51CompetitionBrick and MortarResults & InvestmentDept. PharmacyInstacartDept. DairyOperations & Supply ChainHoliday & EventsPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsBed Bath & BeyondAgenciesDept. BakeryMarketing: BrandDept. Natural / OrganicOwned Brands (Private Label)PhilanthropyInsight ProvidersOcadoMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: In StoreHomeChefMerchandisingMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationEditor's Choice 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Technology & Innovation Technology & Innovation ‘Money Doesn’t Stink:’ The Sad State Of Affairs In Ad Tech After 12 years of working in – or adjacent to – the ad tech industry, I am coming to terms with the simple answer to many depressing questions. The post ‘Money Doesn’t Stink:’ The Sad State Of Affairs In Ad Tech appeared first on AdExchanger. Written by AdExchanger September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Strategy Lego Abandons One of Its Projects To Make Oil-Free Bricks -FT Danish toymaker Lego has reportedly abandoned a prominent initiative to eliminate oil-based plastics from its bricks. This decision comes after the company discovered that the new material, recycled polyethylene terephthalate (RPET), would result in higher carbon emissions. Lego’s CEO, Niels Christiansen, mentioned that extensive testing revealed it was challenging to find a material that met… Written by RetailWire September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats CVS Is Permanently Closing Hundreds of Stores for a Surprising Reason As the pandemic’s impact on brick-and-mortar retail lingers, the U.S. drugstore landscape is undergoing significant changes. CVS, the largest drugstore chain in America, is implementing a policy change that will lead to the closure of hundreds of stores over the next three years, aiming to optimize store locations based on population shifts and consumer buying… Written by RetailWire September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Amazon Invests $4 Billion in AI Company Anthropic Amazon will invest up to $4 billion in Anthropic and gain a minority ownership position in the company, part of a deal that will have Amazon Web Services (AWS) become Anthropic’s primary cloud provider. Anthropic will make its future AI foundation models accessible to million of developers, as well as provide AWS customers with early […] Written by Retail TouchPoints September 25, 2023September 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Marketplace Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopify Audiences Adds Criteo, Its First Open Web Ads Partner Shopify Audiences debuted last year with only Google and Meta. In January, Pinterest was added to the mix. Now TikTok, Snap and, notably, Criteo will be able to plug into The post Shopify Audiences Adds Criteo, Its First Open Web Ads Partner appeared first on AdExchanger. Written by AdExchanger September 25, 2023September 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked