Department: Beverage Circana reveals 2022 New Product Pacesetters CHICAGO – Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group, has released its 2022 New Product Pacesetters, the 28th annual report revealing the top new product launches across food and beverage and nonfood sectors. The report illustrates the enduring power of CPG innovation, revealing that consumer spending on new product offerings remained elevated last year despite challenges […] MMR June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 4 min read Dept. BeverageConsumersDept. GrocerySustainabilityHealth & WellnessDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationProcter & GambleRestaurantsMarketing: SocialDept. HBCDept. Adult BevDept. OTCCOVID19Data & InsightsPackagingDept. FreshTrends: Food and BeverageEconomyCoca ColaGooglePricing & PromotionsPepsiCoInclusivityInsight ProvidersMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMondelezOperations & Supply ChainStrategyResults & InvestmentShoppersTrends: ManufacturerESG and CSRUnileverDept. LaundryCPG: Adult BeverageDeliveryData VisualizationBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Coke links with League of Legends developer on latest flavor experiment A new Creations variant is meant to taste like experience points from the game and is complemented by custom missions and emotes. MarketingDive June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 < 1 min read Coca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Poundland taps Recite Me tech to support support job applicants with disabilities online Poundland has launched a suite of digital accessibility tools to support job applicants and workers with disabilities online. The Recite Me toolbar on the Poundland Careers website removes obstacles for those with disabilities, visual impairments, learning difficulties, and the population of an older age. Carina Mardenborough, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Manager at Poundland, comments: “As […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 < 1 min read Marketing: SocialTwitterTechnology & InnovationAssociatesInclusivityInternational - UKDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Sprite remixes ‘Rapper’s Delight’ for summer-long hip-hop celebration The salute to hip-hop’s 50 years includes a new flavor, new packaging, a tie-up with Drake’s tour and an ad starring Latto, Nas, Rakim and GloRilla. MarketingDive June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 < 1 min read Coca ColaPackaging 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Coca-Cola unveils new Coke Studio Coca-Cola unveils its latest programme of immersive music experiences across the UK and Europe, via its music platform Coke Studio. The platform will feature new tracks and artist ‘collisions’ and an on-pack promotion to win music and summer prizes, and Coke Studio live music moments at some of the biggest and best festivals in summer […] Talking Retail June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 < 1 min read Coca ColaInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Chick-fil-A’s ‘Culture of Belonging’ Hit For Being Too Woke Add Chick-fil-A to the list of companies being drawn into the nation’s culture wars. The New York Times reports today – not coincidentally, the beginning of Pride Month – that “Chick-fil-A drew fierce criticism this week from conservatives calling out the fast-food chain for its diversity, equity and inclusion policy and questioning the hiring of […] MorningNewsBeat June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 3 min read RestaurantsInclusivityAssociatesTwitterMarketing: SocialShoppersExecutivesCoca ColaDept. GroceryGovernmentSustainabilityESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Six Flags preps first amusement park micro market launch featuring Amazon Just Walk Out technology Six Flags is set to become the first theme park operator to pilot Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology, with the aim of reducing wait times for customers wanting to purchase food and drinks. It will soft launch the tech at its theme park in New Jersey on 1st June. A similar roll-out is planned later […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationTech: CashierlessAmazonInternational - UKPartnershipsCoca ColaMarketing: SocialTwitterShoppersDept. GroceryDept. FreshBrick and MortarStore LocationDept. BeverageDept. BakeryDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Amazon’s Cashierless Checkout Tech Makes Inroads at Events Venues Amazon is continuing to expand the reach of its Just Walk Out (JWO) cashierless checkout tech with a particular focus on events-based venues. Two Six Flags theme parks will feature new cashierless stores where fans can buy park essentials without waiting in line, and at the Coors Field stadium in Colorado, fans can now purchase […] Retail TouchPoints May 30, 2023May 31, 2023 3 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationTech: CashierlessShoppersBrick and MortarCPG: Adult BeverageDept. Adult BevGovernmentCoca ColaMarketing: SocialInternationalDept. BeverageWhole FoodsStore LocationRestaurantsConsumersDept. BakeryDept. FreshExecutivesInternational - UKMarketing: In StorePricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Grocerant Guru’s 10 2023 Tools for your Food Marketing Tool Kit The value of a product or brand at times diminishes in consumer relevance. The vernacular of the consumer is ever evolving and the vernacular of your brand must as well. Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® understands that the consumer is dynamic not static. Here are 10 clues to keep […] Grocerant Guru May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsDept. NonfoodDept. ApparelInternationalMarketing: SocialInclusivityTwitterMarketing: BrandMarketing: BroadcastMeta (Facebook)RestaurantsCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Unleash the power of your marketing with Native Advertising In today’s digital landscape, where traditional advertising methods often struggle to capture and retain audience attention, native advertising has emerged as a powerful strategy for brands to connect with consumers more seamlessly and engagingly. In this blog article, we’ll explore the world of native advertising, its benefits, types, examples, and some considerations you should be […] Ecommerce Nation May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 8 min read TargetConsumersPodcastsDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: SocialESG and CSRGoogleHealth & WellnessCoca ColaResults & InvestmentGovernmentData & InsightsDeliveryStrategyAmazonPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)Store LocationData VisualizationDept. BeverageRestaurantsPricing & PromotionsPlatedDept. FreshMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Three ways AI will impact Canadian’s relationship with food and drink When we look back at 2022, it may be remembered as a turning point for AI (artificial intelligence). At this point, you’ve likely heard of Open AI’s ChatGPT. In case you haven’t, ChatGPT is a natural language processor developed by Open AI that can respond to queries using human language. In other words, you can […] Mintel May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 3 min read AITechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. GroceryChatGPTCoca ColaDept. BeverageInternational - North AmericaDept. FreshPricing & PromotionsDept. PerimeterMarketing: SocialTech: AIDept. Natural / OrganicDept. NonfoodESG and CSRInternational - UKPredictions and ForecastsShoppersStrategyTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Brand Equity: What Is It & How Can It Affect Your Margins In the last few years, many companies have begun to shift their focus from their products to their customers. And this makes sense when, according to Salesforce, 80 percent of customers now consider the experience a company provides to be as important as its products and services. Positive experiences can leave a lasting impression on […] Wiser Retail Strategies May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 6 min read ShoppersDept. ApparelMarketing: BrandCoca ColaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. BeverageMarketing: SocialRestaurantsResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreJohnson & JohnsonConsumersESG and CSRDept. LaundryOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: UGCStrategyUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Know everything about Product Placement: Definition and Best Practices When you see the “eleven” character in the “Stranger Things” series, smash a soda can, it is no coincidence the soda brand is Coca-Cola, it is a marketing strategy known as Product Placement. Using product placement in stranger things is just one of the many examples of how brands use non-advertising media like movies to […] Ecommerce Nation May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 8 min read Marketing: BroadcastCoca ColaDept. BeverageMarketing: SocialStrategyMarketing: BrandAcquisitionPredictions and ForecastsDept. ApparelInternational - UKTargetStreamingDept. NonfoodEconomyShoppersDept. GroceryMarketing: In StoreDept. PerimeterLegal & CriminalDept. FreshDept. DairyRestaurantsDept. Toys & GamesKellogg'sMarketing: PrintPricing & PromotionsTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentDept. Adult BevAmazonConsumersData & InsightsTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Minute Maid’s first global campaign supports new unified visual identity The Coca-Cola juice line’s “Filled with Life” campaign looks to combat consumers’ “autopilot moments” while showcasing its first global brand design. MarketingDive May 9, 2023May 9, 2023 < 1 min read Coca ColaDept. BeverageConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Monster’s retailer initiative returns for its third year Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and the Monster Energy Co. have relaunched the SalesSupercharged.co.uk convenience retailer support initiative for a third year, helping retailers to make the most of the energy drinks sales opportunity – and provide chances to win prizes. The online platform and trade communications campaign will continue to provide the low-down on the […] Talking Retail May 5, 2023May 5, 2023 < 1 min read ReturnsSustainabilityPartnershipsInternational - UKDept. BeverageCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Will ChatGPT Transform Retail CX? Making the Case for AI in Customer Support Since its launch in November, Open AI’s ChatGPT has left no industry untouched and retail is no exception. Grocery delivery giant Instacart recently partnered with Open AI to launch a new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot feature called “Ask Instacart.” Shopify has integrated ChatGPT into its Shop app. Many retailers are quickly realizing they need to […] Shannon Flanagan May 4, 2023May 12, 2023 3 min read AITechnology & InnovationShoppersCustomer ExperienceChatGPTData & InsightsMarketing: VoicePredictions and ForecastsInstacartConsumersDeliveryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShopifyDept. NonfoodMarketing: SocialCoca ColaTrends: RetailESG and CSRMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyTech: AITech: Robotics 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
CPG: Beverage Cocktail Renaissance with Q Mixers’ Bob Arnold The CPG Guys are joined by Bob Arnold, CEO of Q Mixers, which makes the world’s best carbonated mixers that are proudly served by discerning bars and restaurants across America, as well as sold in grocery and liquor stores nationwide. Follow Bob Arnold on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-arnold-972a253/ Follow Q Mixers on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-mixers/Follow Q […] The CPG Guys May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 2 min read Dept. Adult BevDept. BeverageMarketing: SocialPodcastsTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesOmnichannelConsumersMerchandisingCoca ColaRestaurantsCPG: Adult BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FMI picks 12 store manager award finalists ARLINGTON, Va. — FMI—The Food Industry Association on Wednesday announced 12 finalists for its 2023 Store Manager Awards. From a record 175 nominations, these outstanding store managers stood out from the crowd for their ability to generate sales growth; effectively communicate company and store goals and objectives; demonstrate team leadership in their store/company; provide exceptional […] MMR May 3, 2023May 3, 2023 2 min read GoogleData & InsightsDept. GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesKrogerInternationalMarketing: SocialSpartanNashShoppersPredictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: In StoreExecutivesCoca ColaWakefernAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Prebiotic soda Olipop approaches $200 million in annual sales — and CEO says Coca-Cola and PepsiCo have already come knocking [[“value”:”Olipop’s rise coincides with declining soda consumption in the U.S. and rising interest in “gut health.””]] CNBC April 29, 2023April 29, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoDept. BeverageExecutivesCoca ColaHealth & WellnessConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Relentless adds watermelon to its zero-sugar range Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is bolstering its Relentless Zero Sugar range with its latest flavour launch, Watermelon. The new flavour is designed to fuel additional growth of the Relentless brand, which CCEP says is already up 12.9% in value and 43.7% in volume over the past year. It follows the launch of Relentless Zero Sugar […] Talking Retail April 28, 2023April 28, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. FreshPartnershipsDept. FuelCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants McDonald’s diners are pushing back against price increases in some markets, CEO says Consumer companies like McDonald’s, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are reporting mixed reactions to higher prices during the first quarter. CNBC April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 < 1 min read RestaurantsExecutivesPepsiCoConsumersCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Capri-Sun to launch ‘World of Jumanji’ on pack promotion Capri-Sun, manufactured and distributed in GB by Coca-Cola Europacifc Partners (CCEP), has announced it is once again partnering with Merlin Entertainments on an on-pack promotion – this time, for the World of Jumanji, at Chessington World of Adventures Resort. The promotion will give a free adult or child entry to Chessington World of Adventures Resort […] Talking Retail April 26, 2023April 26, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Coke says increased digital focus is driving a difference with consumers Reporting strong Q1 results, the company highlighted its work with global network partner WPP and recent experiments with generative AI. MarketingDive April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersCoca ColaTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsAIAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery NACDS Foundation adds board members PALM BEACH, Fla.– At the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Annual Meeting, the NACDS Foundation announced the addition of five first-time members to the NACDS Foundation board of directors. Each Director will serve a one-year term. First-time NACDS Foundation board of directors include: Naomi Duvall, Cardinal Health Lisa Paley, Haleon Marvin Vines, The Coca-Cola Company Summer […] MMR April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 2 min read ExecutivesHealth & WellnessData & InsightsCostcoGoogleHy-VeeUnileverCoca ColaConsumersData VisualizationJohnson & JohnsonProcter & GambleRite AidSustainabilityBrick and MortarAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Coca-Cola earnings beat estimates, fueled by price hikes and higher demand [[“value”:”Coke’s stock has risen less than 1% in 2023, and the company has a market value of $277 billion.”]] CNBC April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Topo Chico boosts media spend as Molson Coors expands beyond beer Spirited, a new RTD cocktail line, is the fourth extension in a partnership with The Coca-Cola Company. MarketingDive April 13, 2023April 13, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. Adult BevCoca ColaDept. BeveragePartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Sprouts CEO “Not Too Worried” About Kroger-Albertsons Merger From the Cincinnati Business Courier: “The CEO of Phoenix-based specialty grocery chain Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. is not too worried about the potential $24.6 billion merger of Kroger and Albertsons Cos. affecting his company, and he doesn’t know how much it’ll actually help the two large chains compete against Walmart. “Sprouts CEO Jack Sinclair said […] MorningNewsBeat April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerExecutivesAlbertsons / SafewayMergersWalmartCompetitionShoppersDeliveryConsumersCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lessons to help marketers learn from the world’s best brands Marketers can unlock valuable insights and strategies by examining brand case studies from the world’s best brands such as Apple, Starbucks, Nike, Tesla, Coca-Cola, and Ritz-Carlton. These industry-leading brands have demonstrated the power of innovative marketing approaches. They use captivating storytelling, and strong brand positioning to achieve remarkable success. By delving into these brands’ marketing […] Beloved Brands April 10, 2023April 10, 2023 < 1 min read RestaurantsMondelezDept. ApparelData & InsightsCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Coca-Cola partners with Gigi Hadid on food-centric campaign “A Recipe for Magic” is based on research showing the value of sharing meals and will feature approximately 750 local influencers. MarketingDive April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsDept. GroceryCoca ColaTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola RTD launches in UK Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola have officially announced the launch of Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola ready-to-drink (RTD) in Great Britain. Made with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola, Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola RTD is inspired by the classic bar cocktail known and enjoyed around the world. This global agreement between the two iconic brands will hit […] Talking Retail March 30, 2023March 30, 2023 < 1 min read Coca ColaInternational - UKDept. Adult BevDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Grocery - Natural Channel: Mass Channel: Specialty & Other Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Stores & Formats Target Leapfrogs Walmart For Upscale Grocery Approach Bloomberg has a story about how “a slew of retailers are beefing up their grocery investments to lure in consumers cutting back on non-essentials like clothing and electronics. But as they lay out plans to improve their food offerings and supply chains, the big question is how does one compete with the mighty Walmart Inc. on […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage CPG: Adult Beverage CPG: Beverage CPG: Food CPG: Food & Bev CPG: HBC Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Adult Beverage Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Circana reveals 2022 New Product Pacesetters CHICAGO – Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group, has released its 2022 New Product Pacesetters, the 28th annual report revealing the top new product launches across food and beverage and nonfood sectors. The report illustrates the enduring power of CPG innovation, revealing that consumer spending on new product offerings remained elevated last year despite challenges […] Written by MMR June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Owned Brands (Private Label) Walmart Upgrades Its Digital Ad Network From Advertising Age: “Walmart Connect, which has made huge gains in recent years through digital advertising, is testing ways to bolster in-store pieces of its retail media network. “For the first time, Walmart Connect is selling ads on its revamped in-store radio network and integrating sampling programs with online offerings. While aspects of Walmart Connect’s […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats H-E-B expands its discount format Several years after opening its last Joe V’s location, H-E-B is reigniting the banner with two locations set to open in Dallas by 2025. Dive Brief: H-E-B announced Tuesday it is opening two Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B stores in Dallas, marking the first time the grocer’s discount format will appear outside of the Houston area. […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media ESG Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Operations & Supply Chain Giant Eagle launches in-house retail media network Leap The platform leverages the chain’s loyalty program, bringing personalized ads to shoppers in-store, in-app, on social media and elsewhere, said Damian Scott, who heads up the grocer’s retail media and front-end digital operations. Dive Brief: Giant Eagle announced on Wednesday the debut of Leap Media Group, an in-house retail media arm that leverages the regional […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked