Media & Marketing XY Retail secures seed round from Monta Vista Capital PoS and omnichannel commerce solution startup XY Retail has closed a $4 million seed round led by Monta Vista Capital with participation from Stage 1 Ventures. The cash will be used to accelerate the company’s global roll-out of its XY platform to luxury brands. The aim is to help them digitise their enterprises and manage […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 2 min read Marketing: SocialOmnichannelResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainShoppersTwitterTechnology & InnovationAssociatesBig DataExecutivesData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceCustomer ExperiencePricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingMarketing: PrintBrick and MortarVendorsStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Amazon Launches Analytics Service For Its Bricks-and-Mortar Stores Amazon said yesterday that it is launching a new retail analytics service that is designed to “offer brands insights about the performance of their products, promotions and ad campaigns. The new service, Store Analytics, gives brands anonymized insights about their products in Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores in the United States that use Just […] MorningNewsBeat June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonData & InsightsBrick and MortarBig DataTechnology & InnovationMerchandisingShoppersTech: CashierlessConsumersMarketing: TradeDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Save Mart’s robotic delivery pilot reportedly ends as tech partner reorganizes Starship Technologies, which powered the small delivery bots at two California stores, announced layoffs and closures at “select locations,” citing challenges among global markets and investors. Grocery Dive June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationDeliveryTech: RoboticsPartnershipsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Enjoy Technology files for bankruptcy with plans to sell itself Centered around mobile stores that bring retail service inside homes, the company has been burning cash and suffering supply shortages. RetailDive June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationBankruptcyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Amazon launches in-store measurement service for CPG brands Amazon.com has launched Store Analytics, a new in-store measurement service to provide consumer packaged goods companies with insights about the performance of their products, sales promotions and ad campaigns in the retailer’s convenience stores and supermarkets. RetailWire June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Marketing: In StoreAmazonData & InsightsMarketing: TradeConsumersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 8 weird consumer spending trends The rising cost of living is wreaking havoc with consumer spending. And as food, transport, and energy prices continue to rocket, consumers aren’t the only ones cutting back. Tesla recently announced mass layoffs, while buy-now-pay-later giant Klarna has cut 10% of its staff. We see a clear consumer dilemma in our Zeitgeist data – between […] GWI (Global Web Index) June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read ConsumersHealth & WellnessSustainabilityMarketing: SocialCOVID19International - UKData & InsightsDept. GroceryBig DataBrick and MortarEconomyProcter & GambleESG and CSRShoppersResults & InvestmentDept. NonfoodPackagingOwned Brands (Private Label)Holiday & EventsDept. Adult BevDept. ApparelAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Restaurant and Convenience Stores Consumers Visits Declining The consumer is telling us the cost of everything can’t keep going up. Consumers are cutting back on visits to their favorite restaurants and convenience store. If you are a retailer that means less money, in the till, less profit in the back at the end of the month. The questions Steven Johnson, Grocerant […] Grocerant Guru June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationEconomyRestaurantsDept. GroceryBig DataData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: SocialThick DataDept. FuelBrick and MortarStore LocationDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)TwitterESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodDept. Adult BevResults & InvestmentSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Interview: Jan Heijblom, Sales Manager – GreyOrange On June 8 and 9, 2022, Deliver Event took place in Amsterdam. This event gave us the opportunity to meet and exchange with logistics solutions from all over the world. In this context, I had the opportunity to exchange with Jan Heijblom, Sales Manager at GreyOrange. Jan and I were able to discuss various topics, […] Ecommerce Nation June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainTechnology & InnovationTech: RoboticsDeliveryData & InsightsCOVID19Big DataMeta (Facebook)Marketing: SocialDept. HBCBrick and MortarAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Editor’s comment: A great British fudge Who would have thought that a row over boozy parties held in Downing Street during lockdown would have a material impact on the future of independent convenience stores? Bizarre, yes, but that does appear to be what happened last month after the government announced that some of the planned rules on restricting the sale of […] Talking Retail June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read International - UKGovernmentPredictions and ForecastsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Mark Tritton Out as Sales Slow Mark Tritton, who took over as CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond in late 2019 to lead a transformation amid declining store traffic, resigned from his position on Wednesday. Bed Bath & Beyond Board Director Sue Gove, who is taking over as interim CEO, said in a news release that the leadership change occurred because […] Marie Albiges June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read Bed Bath & BeyondExecutivesCOVID19Owned Brands (Private Label)StrategyDept. HBCDept. NonfoodDivestituresStore LocationTargetBrick and MortarHealth & WellnessMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation 2022 RTIH retail technology awards – Omnichannel initiative of the year category After launching in 2019 and delivering hugely successful follow up events in 2020 and 2021, the RTIH Innovation Awards return in 2022, featuring PMC as Headline Sponsor. The fourth edition of the awards is now open for entries, and includes a new category: Omnichannel retail initiative of the year. This award will go to a […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 4 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersOmnichannelInternational - UKMarketing: SocialTwitterCustomer ExperienceOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Customer ExperienceBrick and MortarPartnershipsDeliveryTrends: TechDept. ApparelRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Prime Members To Get 20% Discounts At Fresh Stores Amazon said yesterday that it plans to drive sales at its Amazon Fresh bricks-and-mortar stores by offering Amazon Prime members a 20 percent discount on select items. “We’re excited to launch the new Prime member savings benefit at Amazon Fresh stores today, offering 20% off everyday essentials across aisles,” Jeff Helbling, vice president of Amazon […] MorningNewsBeat June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonBrick and MortarDept. FreshPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStore LocationShoppersData & InsightsBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Hugo Boss to Roll Out RFID Solution Chainwide Seeking to improve merchandise availability and supply chain visibility, Hugo Boss will deploy the Nedap iD Cloud platform chainwide. The premium apparel retailer operates in 128 countries at approximately 6,800 points of sale as well as online in 59 countries. All Hugo Boss stores will be equipped with the Nedap iD Cloud store app, designed […] Retail TouchPoints June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationDept. ApparelOperations & Supply ChainDept. BeverageBrick and MortarOmnichannelReturnsDeliveryMarketing: In StoreBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Convenience stores get customers’ attention when it comes to food Bluedot survey also sheds light on fuel station loyalty programs Supermarket News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarThick DataMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Q&A with Caper’s Co-Founder: AI and Contact-Free Checkout at Fenway Park This spring, we announced that iconic Fenway Park now offers Caper Counter’s AI-powered, contact-free checkout for fans in partnership with Aramark Sports + Entertainment. With the introduction of Caper Counter, baseball fans, concertgoers and more can now seamlessly access their favorite beverages and snacks – by simply placing items on the Counter where they are […] Instacart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 3 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationDeliveryMarketing: SocialMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodESG and CSRShoppersPartnershipsBig DataData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsTrends: RetailConsumersMeta (Facebook)Dept. GroceryTwitterBrick and MortarTrends: TechStrategyStore LocationDept. PetPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
CPG: Food Nature Valley’s new non-HFSS launch Nature Valley has announced the launch of a new HFSS-compliant Fruit & Nut range. The cereal bar brand will shortly roll out its new flavours to convenience stores across the country. The range is made with 100% wholegrain oats, is high in fibre and contains no colours, artificial flavours, or preservatives. The bars are intended […] Talking Retail June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read General MillsDept. FreshBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Bed Bath & Beyond makes leadership changes UNION, N.J. — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. has named Sue Gove, an independent director on the company’s board and chair of its strategy committee, the company’s interim chief executive officer. She replaces Mark Tritton, who has left his role as president, chief executive officer and board member, the company said Wednesday. The move came […] MMR June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 3 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondAssociatesStrategyMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19ReturnsOmnichannelTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsHealth & WellnessMarketing: SocialBrick and MortarDivestituresPartnershipsResults & InvestmentDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Walmart set to acquire AR optical tech company Memomi Walmart has entered into an agreement to acquire augmented reality tech company, Memomi. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The acquisition is expected to close in the coming weeks, with Memomi employees joining the Walmart Global Tech organisation. Since 2019, Memomi has enabled digital measurements for Walmart and Sam’s Optical customers, across more […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationWalmartAcquisitionHealth & WellnessMarketing: In StoreMetaverseTech: AR and VRExecutivesBrick and MortarAssociatesResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Survey: H-E-B Edges Out Amazon As E-Grocery Preference From the Dallas Morning News: “H-E-B has taken the lead in a consumer preference index as the top e-commerce grocer ahead of second- and third-place finishers Amazon and Amazon Fresh. “Customer data science firm Dunnhumby said Tuesday that it was a near statistical tie, but San Antonio-based H-E-B narrowly edged out Amazon. Walmart ranked fourth, […] MorningNewsBeat June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read HEBAmazonShoppersThick DataBig DataDeliveryInsight ProvidersMarketing: Retail MediadunnhumbyKellogg'sInstacartData & InsightsWalmartBrick and MortarDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19ConsumersBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Startups Focus On Making One Plus One Equal More Than Two Interesting piece in The Information about three startups working with direct-to-consumer online retailers to help them “work together to showcase their goods in new ways – without cannibalizing each other’s sales.” Two of the companies – Canal and Disco – have similar business strategies, helping “one merchant sell its goods on another merchant’s site. When […] MorningNewsBeat June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Meta (Facebook)Marketing: SocialCompetitionTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainDept. GroceryConsumersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Amazon launches data platform for physical store suppliers The service, known as Store Analytics, will provide CPGs with “aggregated and anonymized insights” collected by frictionless checkout technology in Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores. Grocery Dive June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonData & InsightsBrick and MortarBig DataTechnology & InnovationDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Amazon’s new physical retail analytics service gives brands insights about product and ad performance Amazon announced today that it’s launching a new physical retail store analytics service that offer brands insights about the performance of their products, promotions and ad campaigns. The new service, Store Analytics, gives brands anonymized insights about their products in Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores in the United States that use Just Walk Out […] TechCrunch June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsAmazonShoppersBig DataBrick and MortarTech: CashierlessMerchandisingMarketing: TradeDept. FreshWhole FoodsDept. ApparelRestaurantsCustomer ExperienceMarketing: OOHProcter & GambleStore FormatMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Walmart To Acquire AR Optical Tech Company Memomi Walmart and Memomi, an augmented reality (AR) optical tech company, today announced they have entered into an agreement for Walmart to acquire Memomi. This reinforces Walmart’s commitment to frictionless and omnichannel optical care. Walmart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read WalmartTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessAcquisitionShoppersOmnichannelAssociatesMarketing: SocialMetaverseMarketing: In StoreTech: AR and VRBrick and MortarMeta (Facebook)TwitterExecutivesSustainabilityPhilanthropyAI / MLBig DataData & InsightsStrategyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTech: AI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Corporate Strategy Bed Bath & Beyond Ousts CEO After Sales Plummet Bed Bath & Beyond has replaced its CEO, the retailer announced Wednesday (June 29) in the wake of another disappointing earnings report. Sue Gove, an independent director on the company’s board and chair of its strategy committee, has been named interim chief executive of the household furnishings provider, replacing Mark Tritton, who is stepping down […] Pymnts.com June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondBNPLTrends: FinanceResults & InvestmentDollar TreeDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarConsumersEconomyPress ReleaseMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: SocialOperations & Supply ChainStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Department: Consumer Durables Carvela and Mint Velvet to make regional debuts at St David’s Cardiff Carvela and Mint Velvet will be making their regional debuts in Wales by opening stores at Cardiff’s St David’s shopping destination. Spanning 2,130 square feet, Carvela’s… View Article The Retail Bulletin June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Deliveroo teams with Criteo for new advertising platform Deliveroo has announced the launch of a new advertising platform, Deliveroo Media and E-commerce. The rapid delivery firm is working on this offering with Criteo who are supplying the advertising technology and media sales services. From this month, brands will be able to advertise to Deliveroo customers with relevant offers across its app, on the […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Q CommerceMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: SocialDeliveryTwitterTechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. GroceryESG and CSRExecutivesInternational - UKPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsRestaurantsBrick and MortarAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC Lawsuit Against Walmart is Unfounded and Ignores the Billions Walmart has Saved Customers A narrowly divided Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) has filed a misguided lawsuit against Walmart regarding money transfer services that the Company offers to consumers. Here’s what you need to know about the lawsuit: Since Walmart began offering our customers flat, low fee money transfer services at our stores, the company has saved consumers—particularly the unbanked […] Walmart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 11 min read Legal & CriminalWalmartGovernmentConsumersAssociatesShoppersResults & InvestmentCompetitionBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationMarketing: In StoreTargetAgenciesPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsDept. NonfoodStore LocationHoliday & EventsMarketing: UGCEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Benefits of E-Commerce Integration for Understaffed, Independent Retailers The retail industry isn’t immune to the side effects brought on by the Great Resignation. According to recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were a total of 155,000 job openings in retail as of March 2022. While big-box retailers such as Walmart and Target can incentivize retail associates to fulfill job openings […] John Thielens June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 2 min read AssociatesOperations & Supply ChainShoppersData & InsightsBig DataProcter & GambleTechnology & InnovationOmnichannelBrick and MortarMarketing: In StoreBOPISPartnershipsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationCustomer ExperienceCustomer ExperienceTargetSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsConsumersWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How Catalogers Are Understanding and Responding to the Post-Pandemic World As the pandemic has eased, catalogers are having to pivot to the new reality of the post-pandemic world. Most catalogers saw significant changes to their businesses with the onset of the pandemic. Now, most catalogers are seeing another shift as demand, response rates, and the basic business models shift again. How can catalogers understand the […] Jim Coogan June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 4 min read Marketing: PrintCOVID19ShoppersConsumersData & InsightsBig DataPredictions and ForecastsEconomyAcquisitionStrategyStore LocationDept. GroceryBrick and MortarHoliday & EventsAI / MLSustainabilityConsultingDept. FuelDept. NonfoodPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar Tree resumes management shake-up CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Dollar Tree Inc. today announced the departures of key operating and financial executives, a shake-up that the company said was made to support implementation of its turnaround initiatives. Dollar Tree said it is seeking candidates to replace chief operating officer Thomas O’Boyle, chief legal officer William Old, chief strategy officer David Jacobs […] MMR June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 2 min read Dollar TreeExecutivesBrick and MortarResults & InvestmentAssociatesInternational - North AmericaStrategyDollar GeneralFamily DollarInclusivityLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsPress Release 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Today in Data: Declining Consumer Confidence Today in data, continued inflation and fears of a recession have contributed to a drop in the Consumer Confidence Index. Data $267.2B: Orders last month for manufactured durable goods, a sign that consumers were still spending despite inflation 98.7: The Consumer Confidence Index, down from 103.2 last month, and the lowest level since February 2021 43.2: Decline in […] Written by Pymnts.com June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Department: Adult Beverage Shopper & Customer Avoid Five Fatty Fast-Food Flops This Summer, Physicians Warn Shake Shack's Bourbon bacon cheddar burger is the worst of the worst Written by PR Newswire June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Corporate Finance Walgreens Boots Alliance Reports Fiscal 2022 Third Quarter Results Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today announced financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2022, which ended May 31, 2022. Written by BusinessWire - Conference Calls June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Department & Category Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Q&A with Caper’s Co-Founder: AI and Contact-Free Checkout at Fenway Park This spring, we announced that iconic Fenway Park now offers Caper Counter’s AI-powered, contact-free checkout for fans in partnership with Aramark Sports + Entertainment. With the introduction of Caper Counter, baseball fans, concertgoers and more can now seamlessly access their favorite beverages and snacks – by simply placing items on the Counter where they are […] Written by Instacart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
RetailWit QuickWit Your Daily QuickWit (6/29): Top Retail News Yesterday's top retail news and most read stories Written by RetailWit June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked