Retailer Media The Save Mart Companies to roll out in-store retail media network The chain will deploy tech including kiosks and digital screens from Quad/Graphics in 16 stores and plans eventually to introduce the gear chainwide. Grocery Dive April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Tops buys 5 stores The purchase includes four full-service stores and a Tops Xpress in the greater Buffalo, New York, area previously run by a longtime franchise partner. Grocery Dive April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Rite Aid Expands Uber Eats Partnership for Alcohol Deliveries in 8 States Nearly 1,000 Rite Aid stores will now offer alcohol delivery via the retailer’s expanded partnership with Uber Eats. Customers of legal drinking age can get delivery from select stores in California, Idaho, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia and Washington. “Our collaboration and trusted partnership with Uber Eats underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving […] Retail TouchPoints April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 < 1 min read PartnershipsRite AidUbereatsDept. Adult BevConsumersDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarExecutivesDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsLegal & CriminalFood Delivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Q Business, now generally available, helps boost workforce productivity with generative AI At AWS re:Invent 2023, we previewed Amazon Q Business, a generative artificial intelligence (generative AI)–powered assistant that can answer questions, provide summaries, generate content, and securely complete tasks based on data and information in your enterprise systems. With Amazon Q Business, you can deploy a secure, private, generative AI assistant that empowers your organization’s users […] AWS Blog April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 8 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationAIPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsAssociatesMarketing: PrintDept. Natural / OrganicGovernmentMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityShoppersPackagingBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationInternational - North AmericaESG and CSRTwitterTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital A Modern Retail Masterclass with Billy May, CEO, Brooklinen Joining us for our final episode recorded in the Bambuser remote podcast studio/beach cabana at Mandalay Bay during Shoptalk is deeply experienced retail executive and current CEO of Brooklinen, Billy May. In a wide-ranging discussion of the evolution of DTC, e-commerce and harmonized retail, Billy lays out the essentials to building and growing remarkable retail […] Remarkable Retail Podcast April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIPodcastsInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesAmazonPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. ApparelGovernmentBrick and MortarTrends: RetailEconomyData & InsightsBankruptcyESG and CSRMarketing: BroadcastKrogerTikTokStreamingStrategyQ CommerceMeta (Facebook)MergersWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Allwyn aims to boost National Lottery ticket and scratchcard sales with gifting campaign Allwyn is launching an overarching ‘Best Gift Ever’ campaign to encourage people to consider going in to stores to buy a physical National Lottery draw ticket or Scratchcard as the perfect present to include cards for family and friends. The new campaign assets feature either… This story continues at Allwyn aims to boost National Lottery […] Talking Retail April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Fragrance brand Snif lands in all Ulta Beauty locations After first forming a partnership with the beauty retailer last summer, the move expands the brand’s presence from 539 Ulta stores to more than 1,350. RetailDive April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCPartnershipsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Over 45K retail stores may close in next 5 years: UBS E-commerce penetration is expected to rise, helped in part by third-party players like Temu and Shein, according to a new report. RetailDive April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer J. Jill to elevate customer service in some stores The retailer’s multifaceted “One Wardrobe. No Limits” effort is based on research revealing women’s frustration with the clothes in their closets. RetailDive April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Albertsons reported Q4 and full year 2023 earnings on April 22nd relatively in-line with expectations, marked by slightly better year-over-year net sales, positive but decelerating ID sales growth, and higher digital sales. The bigger news was an amendment to the divestiture of more stores ahead of the FTC hearings this summer. Download our full report […] The Harvest Group April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayGovernmentDivestituresData & InsightsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery D.C. Harris Teeter stores implement new shoplifting strategy Kroger-owned grocer isn’t the first in the nation’s capital to impose restrictions Supermarket News April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read KrogerStrategyLegal & CriminalBrick and MortarResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category New staff headsets target small convenience operators A new lightweight headset designed for small and medium-size retail outlets such as convenience stores has been launched today at the National Convenience Show in Birmingham. Manufacturer VoCoVo says the VoCoVo Link wearable devices are aimed at improving team communication and safety and enable team… This story continues at New staff headsets target small convenience […] Talking Retail April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read TargetAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart becomes first brand in Roblox to enable physical purchases as it goes live with groundbreaking pilot Walmart is now able to sell physical goods directly to users inside Roblox. From today, Walmart Discovered users will be able to have real-life items shipped directly to their doorsteps. They will be greeted with a new storefront showcasing virtual twins of select items sold at physical Walmart stores. The feature will be gated specifically […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 29, 2024May 1, 2024 2 min read WalmartGamingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaTwitterPredictions and ForecastsEconomyPartnershipsConsumersExecutivesDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon delivery gets faster SEATTLE – Amazon today said it continues to increase the speed with which it gets deliveries to customers. Nearly 60% of orders placed through Prime across 60 U.S. metro areas in the first quarter arrived the same day or next day, the company said. Prime members in major cities across the U.S. can get free […] MMR April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read DeliveryAmazonStore LocationShoppersPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainDept. HBCDept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations Create omnichannel excellence in stores Associate-optimized digital tools empower store-driven omnichannel excellence. RetailDive April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read OmnichannelBrick and MortarDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Innovation, engagement soar at NACDS Annual Meeting PALM BEACH, Fla. – Sunday’s Business Program at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Annual Meeting reflected NACDS’ commitment to innovation amid exponential change, through the strength of highly engaged retailer and supplier members and through effective and vibrant association leadership. Steven Anderson NACDS chair Mike Wysong, CEO of Care Pharmacies, and NACDS pPresident […] MMR April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19Marketing: Social MediaExecutivesDept. PharmacyShoppersStrategyPartnershipsInclusivityBrick and MortarDept. GroceryESG and CSREconomyDept. NonfoodDept. FuelData & InsightsTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How Has Customer Experience Been Transforming and What Value It Holds In The Future? From brick-and-mortar to e-commerce, businesses have been running successfully all these years by building their foundation on just a question — “What do customers want?” In the case of physical stores, products of good quality, stores with sufficient inventory, convenient locations, interactions from the staff, etc, were some of the primary things customers considered as […] Latest Shipment April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsCustomer ExperienceShoppersTechnology & InnovationAIPredictions and ForecastsDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionReturnsAcquisitionPricing & PromotionsBrick and MortarCompetitionDept. NonfoodConsumersOmnichannelAssociatesConsultingTargetMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Best Buy Partners with Content-Rich CNET to Share Ads and Expertise Best Buy and media site CNET will work together to provide shoppers with experts’ picks and product reviews throughout their purchasing journey. The retailer and tech publisher’s new partnership also will allow advertisers to share ad spaces across both ecosystems, allowing them to see the impact of their campaigns through a full-funnel, closed-loop media solution. […] Retail TouchPoints April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 2 min read PartnershipsConsumersBest BuyTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarMarketing: UGCPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Dinner Time Nostalgia: Comfort Food Drives Fresh Prepared Meal Sales Busy schedules and changing lifestyles have fueled the rise of fresh prepared Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat meals and meal components from restaurants, convenience stores and in grocery stores. But what’s influencing what consumers choose? Enter the surprising factor of nostalgia. Now according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Today people […] Grocerant Guru April 28, 2024April 28, 2024 3 min read Dept. FreshDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh PreparedData & InsightsUnileverMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarConsumersDept. DairyTwitterRestaurantsMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsNestleESG and CSRDept. Deli 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Toys ‘R’ Us to Add 30 New UK Shop-in-Shops via Expanded Partnership with WHSmith A little less than one year after Toys ‘R’ Us made its return to the world of UK brick-and-mortar via nine shop-in-shops in WHSmith stores, TRU parent company WHP Global has announced plans to expand the partnership and add 30 new locations by this summer. Image courtesy WHP Global WHSmith’s High Street stores will now […] Retail TouchPoints April 27, 2024April 27, 2024 3 min read PartnershipsDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesInternational - UKBrick and MortarFlagship StoresHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaBankruptcyInternationalMergersStrategyDept. ApparelKohlsMarketing: BrandResults & InvestmentAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Funding the vape war will cost £140m for an army of inspectors, says ACS The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has called on the government to provide trading standards in England with £140m over the next five years to fund 400 enforcement officers, aimed at tackling the rising tide of illegal vape devices being distributed in England. Research released… This story continues at Funding the vape war will cost […] Talking Retail April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Foxtrot & Dom’s Market Sudden Closure: The Broader Impact On April 23, 2024, Chicago-based premium convenience stores Foxtrot Market and Dom’s Kitchen & Market permanently and abruptly closed all 35 locations with news of a Chapter 7 filing for bankruptcy. The news sent shockwaves through Chicago and other major cities. In recent years, Foxtrot expanded to new markets in Washington, D.C., Dallas and Austin […] Mintel April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 3 min read Q CommerceConsumersDept. GroceryDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsEconomyTrends: ConsumerBankruptcyBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationDeliveryDept. Adult BevTrends: RetailAssociatesMergersAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at Lululemon and Mango opens more stores The athletics retailer had a round of layoffs as it shuttered a distribution center and Mango opened locations in Washington, D.C., and Boston. RetailDive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelBrick and MortarOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Asda’s c-stores trialling display screens for spirits sales Asda is running a trial of digital spirits display screens in 23 of its Express stores, in partnership with Diageo. The screens allow customers to select from a larger choice of spirits, with the range increasing from 13 or 26 products to 50. The screens… This story continues at Asda’s c-stores trialling display screens for […] Talking Retail April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageDept. Adult BevBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Last Week’s Retail Performance Highlights Last week, foot traffic in the furniture industry was 48% higher on the West Coast compared to the east, and 33% higher than the industry average. In this week’s newsletter, we’ll dive into the latest trends and insights from the furniture and mattress industry’s performance last week. Discover how these trends will impact the industry […] Trakwell.ai (formerly Doorcounts) April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIPredictions and ForecastsThick DataConsumersEconomyStore LocationBrick and MortarHoliday & EventsSustainabilityShoppersTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Rebag, Newegg Join Growing List of Retailers Launching Membership Programs Membership programs are quickly becoming 2024’s hottest accessory, whether you’re a luxury resale platform or an electronics ecommerce site. Online marketplaces Rebag and Newegg have joined the growing roster of retailers launching membership programs. This year alone, the list of retailers that have launched or beefed up their loyalty and membership programs includes Albertsons, Carter’s, PetSmart, Target, Sunglass […] Retail TouchPoints April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 2 min read RecommerceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsReturnsRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPricing & PromotionsLowesCVSTargetMarketing: TradeMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDeliveryBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutivesResults & InvestmentDept. HBCDept. Consumer ElectronicsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats New stores, comps drive Tractor Supply’s Q1 sales to $3.4B The company is pressing forward with plans to open 80 stores and its 10th distribution center this year. RetailDive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarTractor Supply CompanyOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Mother’s Day spending expected to hit $33.5 billion WASHINGTON – Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach $33.5 billion this year, according to the annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure is the second highest in the history of the survey, following last year’s record $35.7 billion. “Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the […] MMR April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read ConsumersDept. NonfoodHoliday & EventsThick DataExecutivesData & InsightsBrick and MortarShoppersStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart removes self-checkout from select stores The retailer joins other Target, Dollar General and other chains in recalibrating its reliance on self-service and rethinking the checkout experience. Grocery Dive April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTech: CashierlessBrick and MortarDollar GeneralTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Simon Adds VIP Suite to Kick Off Woodbury Common Expansion Mall operator Simon revealed big plans to expand its Woodbury Common Premium Outlet center in Fall 2023, including the addition of 155,000 square feet of retail stores and restaurants, a 200-key luxury hotel, a second parking facility and upgraded amenities. To cement the center’s image as a luxury destination, the first enhancement will be a […] Retail TouchPoints April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIBrick and MortarShoppersPredictions and ForecastsCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelChatGPTHoliday & EventsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces FMI Launches 2024 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Series: How Consumers Are Finding Value at the Grocery Store ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #foodindustry–Shoppers enjoy food shopping as much as ever, according to the latest annual survey by FMI – The Food Industry Association. Written by BusinessWire - Supermarket May 14, 2024May 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Retailers: Is AI the answer to all your problems? Not so fast…proceed with caution! Written by Supermarket News May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Could AI Be Your Next Stylist? Consumers Are Ready Keeping up with nanosecond social media trends is a never-ending challenge for retail brands and shoppers. In addition to responding to these fast-paced microtrends, merchandisers face increased pressure to incorporate cutting-edge personalization techniques that drive authentic shopping experiences and cultivate brand loyalty. So, what’s the answer to remaining innovative and on-trend in 2024? According to […] Written by TotalRetail May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Grocery Media & Marketing Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members US retail giant Kroger is reportedly in talks with the Walt Disney Company to offer the Disney+ streaming service as a benefit to paying members of its Kroger Boost grocery delivery programme. The post Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Sam’s Club Expands Store Rollout of AI-Powered Exit Tech Walmart-owned Sam’s Club says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to speed up its own exit technology. Instead of requiring store staff to check members’ purchases against their receipts when leaving the store, Sam’s Club customers who pay either at a register or through the Scan & Go mobile app can now walk out of the […] Written by 0 Author Missing May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked