Industry Conferences and Events

Industry Conferences and Events

  1. Technology & Innovation

How Bloomingdale’s is Using AI to Bring Humanity to Shopping

At a session during the eTail West show on Tuesday, James Kim, vice president of digital and technology at Bloomingdale’s, shared how the retailer is incorporating artificial intelligence into its business to bring more humanity to a very human activity: shopping. Kim outlined Bloomingdale’s innovative approach to integrating AI to enhance customer experiences and drive […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Redefining Retail: 3 AI Trends Leading the Way

For some time now, many retailers have been exploring the use of artificial intelligence to enhance various aspects of their business, from inventory placement to merchandising assortments. However, the conversation gained renewed momentum in 2023 with the emergence of ChatGPT and generative AI. This increased interest in the potential of AI to transform retail operations […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Your Views: Mass Marketing Lives

I got several reactions to yesterday’s breaking news about the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filing suit to block Kroger’s proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. MNB fave Glen Terbeek wrote: So much mass marketing mentality.  We are past the 1960’s.   What about maximizing market performance of each local store and its shoppers through creating […]
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  1. Department: HBC

McMillon says, ‘We can do more’

BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Wal­mart entered 2024 moving simultaneously on several fronts to advance its transformation into a new kind of retailer — indeed, a new kind of business enterprise. At the same time, the company is re-emphasizing the importance of its retail roots with plans to resume opening stores in the United States. At a […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Tractor Supply’s Remarkable “Life Out Here” Growth Story with CEO Hal Lawton (E)

This week we’re reprising our November 2022 interview with Hal Lawton, President & CEO of Tractor Supply Co, a truly remarkable retailer that has delivered some of the strongest results of any brand during the past five years.   We explore Hal’s diverse journey from McKinsey, to Home Depot, to eBay, to Macy’s and on to Tennesee-based […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Whither Self-Checkout?

The San Francisco Chronicle reports that “as more retailers fret over theft in California stores, it appears another major chain is reconsidering its use of self-checkout machines. “Following in Target’s footsteps, at least one California Walmart has roped off its self-checkout area, reports KTLA. The store is in West Hills, a community in Los Angeles […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

NGA ‘appreciates FTC’s commitment to preserving competition’

WASHINGTON — The National Grocers Association (NGA), which represents independent food retailers and wholesales, issued a statement supporting the Federal Trade Commission’s decision to challenge the merger of Kroger Co. and Albertsons’ Cos. “Every day, America’s local independent supermarkets face economic challenges due to the influence of massive power buyer chains who use their leverage […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

How Stitch Fix Blends the Art and Science of Merchandising

Stitch Fix has access to rich data and insights to understand consumers’ wants, needs and behaviors. Additionally, it harnesses the unique knowledge and expertise of its styling and merchandising teams to ensure it is striking the right balance between personalized service and surprise and delight.  During this episode of Retail Remix, Loretta Choy, Chief Merchandising […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Remarkably Creative Commerce with Beth Ann Kaminkow, Global CEO, VMLY&R

Our guest this week is Beth Ann Kaminkow, Global CEO, VMLY&R who joins us to talk about the ever changing landscape of retail and consumer branding, customer engagement, and loyalty. In particular with dip into what defines high performance retail and the emerging world of “creative commerce.”  We also get a sneak preview of her […]
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  1. Retail Ecosystem

Driving Remarkable Customer Engagement with Christiane Pendarvis, co-CEO of Pattern Beauty and Andrea Moore, Chief Digital Officer of NEST New York

Joining us for a deep dive on creating remarkable brand stories and driving powerful customer engagement are two industry veterans who will also be gracing the stage at next month’s Shoptalk event in Las Vegas. Christiane Pendarvis, co-CEO of Pattern Beauty, Tracee Ellis Ross’s hair care brand, and Andrea Moore, Chief Digital Officer of NEST […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Decoding the Algorithms of Amazon: Understanding How Consumer Demand Impacts Ecommerce

It’s hard to remember, but before the roads were filled with Amazon trucks delivering our packages in two days or less, we used to drive to the store to shop for what we needed. Brick-and-mortar stores teamed up with brands to determine the optimal placement and positioning of products to entice consumers and their wallets. […]
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  1. Retail Ecosystem

Retail Media Trends Survey with P2PI’s Cyndi Loza

The CPG Guys welcome Cyndi Loza, Managing Editor – Member Content at Path to Purchase Institute, which offers consumer product marketing executives and brandmanagers a holistic, 360-degree view of the shopper journey. Follow Cyndi on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyndiloza/Follow Path to Purchase Institute on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-path-to-purchase-institute/Follow Stride consumer partners online at:  https://p2pi.com/ Here’s what we […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Jason & Scot Show Episode 317 Amazon Q4 and 2023 Results

A weekly podcast with the latest e-commerce news and events. Episode 317 is deep dive into Amazons Q4 2023 results. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcast RSS SoundCloud TuneIn iHeartRadio Google Play Music Overcast Pocket Casts Facebook ????? Episode Summary: In this episode, Jason Goldberg and Scot Wingo dive deep into Amazon’s fourth-quarter results […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

The Innovation Conversation:  E-Grocery 3.0

The continuing goal of “The Innovation Conversation” is to explore some facet of the fast-changing, technology-driven retail landscape and how it affects businesses and consumers. It is, we think, fertile territory … and one that Tom Furphy – a former Amazon executive who led the team that developed Amazon Fresh, and currently CEO and Managing […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Using Scale for Good: Our Interview with Jane Ewing, SVP, Sustainability, Walmart

Our guest this week is Jane Ewing, SVP, Sustainability at Walmart* recorded live at last month’s NRF “Big Show.” In a wide-ranging interview we discuss how Walmart is putting people and planet at the heart of all of its decisions. We explore Walmart’s sustainability journey and go into details on their key initiatives, the challenges […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

All Self-Checkout Kroger In Dallas Brings Back Cashiers

The Dallas Morning News reports that Kroger is bring human checkout personnel back to a store in the area that it converted to all self-checkout three years ago. “We listened closely to customer feedback and made the decision to convert back to hosting staffed checkout lanes at this store,” John Votava, a Kroger spokesman, tells […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

A Baker’s Dozen of Provocative Predictions for Retail in 2024

Once again it’s time for Steve’s annual retail predictions–and this list doesn’t just go to eleven it goes to thirteen! Steve’s provocative prognostications include “the bifurcation of just about everything,” the culling of the unicorn herd, thoughts on the future of Neiman Marcus, Saks, and Nordstrom, along with a possible AI themed action movie, the […]
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  1. Retail Ecosystem

Handicapping Conferences & Industry Events

The CPG Guys review 11 major industry conferences & events to help our audience understand the attendee archetypes, subjects and format to help them make judicious decisions about investing in these open industry venues for collaboration. For a more comprehensive list of industry events with descriptions, timing, location and marketing sites, visit: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15Yr5wQlc5Luhp-3IRCjvmFYiyvCEG_wV6e_-82V1FsA/edit?usp=sharing Events discussed: […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Worth Watching:  Walmart CEO Doug McMillon’s CES Keynote Presentation 

Either before or after you’ve watched The Innovation Conversation, above, this is a must-see – Walmart CEO Doug McMillon’s keynote presentation to the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), in which he sketched out an expansive and ambitious vision that sets the bar high for every other retailer. Note:  McMillon begins speaking at the 8:35 point. […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

NRF 2024: AI, Digital Stores, Flexibility and Other Trends Dominating Retail’s Big Show

Artificial intelligence took center stage at the National Retail Federation’s annual Big Show held in New York City last week. Some 40,000 attendees and retailers from across the globe swarmed the Javits Center to explore AI-focused technologies and other innovations tailored to their current requirements, opening doors to new possibilities. RFID Has Come a Long […]
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  1. Data & Insights

CES 2024 Recap – Retail Media Rules

Sri & PVSB recap the highlights of their tip to Las Vegas for CES 2024. This episode is sponsored by Cornell University’s Johnson School of Business “Omnichannel Leadership Program” being held June 13-15 at Cornell Tech in New York City. Learn more about the program here: http://tinyurl.com/cornellomni Topics they cover include: CES established as THE […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

10 Tips for Trade Show Attendees

Attending a tradeshow can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It gives you the opportunity to network, learn about new products, and potentially grow your business. However, with large events like the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), The Inspired Home Show, and the National Hardware Show, it can also be overwhelming and exhausting. To help make […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Generative AI and the Next Wave of Retail Disruption with Carrie Tharp, VP Strategic Industries at Google Cloud

We’re back with Season 8 and kick it off with one of the industry’s leading thought leaders–Carrie Tharp, VP Strategic Industries at Google Cloud. With her past experience in senior leadership at Fossil Group, Neiman Marcus, and Travelocity, and current board roles at the National Retail Federation, Vera Bradley, and Rue Gilt Groupe, Carrie brings […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

AI Isn’t Going Anywhere: How Retailers Plan to Deploy the Tech in 2024

Artificial intelligence dominated headlines and water cooler conversations in 2023, and 2024 is looking to be no different (if the conversations and showcases at CES and NRF’s Big Show are any indication). Within the larger global market, McKinsey estimates that the retail and CPG sectors have the most to gain from AI, with potential to […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]
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