Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Parcel delivery firm Evri cuts carbon emissions by nearly a third and steps up e-cargo bikes push Evri says that it has reduced its operational carbon emissions by nearly a third in the parcel delivery firm’s financial year to February 2023, as part of a wider investment in its environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy. This 31% reduction includes efficiency improvements, augmented use of renewable energy and other carbon emission elimination strategies, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 2 min read ESG and CSRSustainabilityDeliveryTechnology & InnovationInternational - UKResults & InvestmentStrategyDept. FuelPredictions and ForecastsCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Bud Light Donates $200,000 to LGBTQ+ Organization Advertising Age reports that Anheuser-Busch InBev’s Bud Light brand, reeling from a series of public relations missteps that have sent its market share into an even greater decline that it was seeing before, announced a $200,000 donation to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce. The donation, according to Ad Age, extends “an existing partnership with […] MorningNewsBeat May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 2 min read CPG: Adult BeverageInclusivityPhilanthropyDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesShoppersPartnershipsResults & InvestmentESG and CSRAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Constellation Brands vs. Molson Coors: Here’s which beer maker is the clear winner to buy [[“value”:”Both Constellation Brands and Molson Coors have in-demand beer brands but we think there’s only one that has outsized potential for long-term growth.”]] CNBC May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Doing damage control: How to deal with a reputation crisis According to actor Keith David, “publicity is publicity, controversy and all that, it’s all good”. Most marketers and business leaders would probably disagree. A lot of us like hearing about controversy, but we don’t necessarily want to be associated with it. If the news blacklisted our favorite clothing line, chances are we’d be less keen […] GWI (Global Web Index) May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 6 min read ConsumersMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsDept. ApparelShoppersLegal & CriminalPhilanthropyData VisualizationGovernmentDept. BeverageSustainabilityESG and CSRPartnershipsAssociatesExecutivesInternational - UKStrategyTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryKellogg'sMarketing: UGCTargetOwned Brands (Private Label)Operations & Supply ChainEconomyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: BrandCPG: Adult BeverageDept. PaperDept. NonfoodWeather 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: Social MediaInternationalDept. BeverageWhole FoodsStore LocationRestaurantsConsumersDept. BakeryDept. FreshExecutivesInternational - UKMarketing: In StorePricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation It’s awards and wedding season: RTIH’s biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Amazon One, Marks and Spencer, Walmart, and eBay. 1. Amazon One payments solution rolls out age verification with […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 26, 2023July 11, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIAmazonMarketing: Social MediaInternational - UKTwitterShoppersWalmartGovernmentTech: CashierlessOmnichannelDept. ApparelSustainabilityTrends: TechDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageDept. FreshDept. PerimeterMetaverseTech: AR and VRAssociatesCustomer ExperiencePartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationData & InsightsDept. OTCDept. GroceryDept. BeverageDept. BakeryOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Bacardi extends brand platform with custom Snap AR lens, sneaker NFTs A speakeasy pop-up event in New York and music festival experiences are also part of the brand’s latest iteration of its “Do What Moves You” platform. MarketingDive May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 < 1 min read NFTCPG: Adult BeveragePop Ups 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target Forced By Backlash To Remove Some “Pride Month” Items The Wall Street Journal reports this morning that Target said it plans to remove some of the items it brought in to help customers celebrate Pride Month, and will move remaining displays to less visible parts of its stores, as it reacts to a backlash that caused some of its employees to feel unsafe. The […] MorningNewsBeat May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 2 min read TargetBrick and MortarAssociatesESG and CSRCPG: Adult BeverageMarketing: Social MediaEconomyDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Retail TouchPoints Reveals Latest 40 Under 40 Award Winners Retail TouchPoints and Design:Retail have unveiled the 2023 winners of the annual 40 Under 40 Awards, representing a dynamic and diverse class of executives who have contributed to industry progress. The 40 Under 40 Awards have evolved to spotlight the personal and professional accomplishments of executives across the retail industry — from store design to CX […] Retail TouchPoints May 23, 2023May 24, 2023 3 min read ExecutivesTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelRestaurantsCannabisCustomer ExperienceShoppersInternationalMarketing: ShopperStrategyMarketing: Social MediaMerchandisingStreamingMarketing: TradePhilanthropyRecommercePartnershipsMondelezMarketing: BroadcastSustainabilityTrends: RetailAldiCPG: Adult BeverageData & InsightsDept. Adult BevDept. ApparelDept. HBCWalmartIndustry Conferences and EventsLowesAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Connects Palm ID To Age Amazon said yesterday that it has added age verification its Amazon One palm-based biometric identification system. The addition means that adult customers ages 21 and over will be able to “purchase alcoholic beverages by simply hovering their palm over an Amazon One device, without digging into their wallets for a physical government-issued ID. Coors Field, […] MorningNewsBeat May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 < 1 min read AmazonGovernmentBrick and MortarInternationalStore LocationDept. GroceryWhole FoodsRestaurantsDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreDept. BeverageDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. BakeryDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult BeverageDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 2 of our consumer stocks are in the headlines. Here’s what we think about the news Constellation Brands (STZ) and Procter & Gamble (PG) were the subjects of Wall Street scrutiny Thursday. CNBC May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersProcter & GambleCPG: Adult BeverageEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage AB InBev’s Kona beer surfs into summer with new name, brand refresh “Bring the Aloha” showcases the new moniker Kona Big Wave and sees the brand lean into its Hawaiian heritage, including an association with surfing. MarketingDive May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Boycott narrows Bud Light’s lead in the premium beer category Sales of the AB InBev-owned brew have fallen and the brand has lost ground to offerings from Molson Coors and Yuengling following its promotion with transgender influencer Dylan Mulveney. MarketingDive May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Coors Banquet celebrates legacy by helping entrepreneurs start their own The brewer’s new campaign includes an ad featuring the voice of “Yellowstone” actor Cole Hauser and a party in its hometown of Golden, Colorado. MarketingDive May 15, 2023May 15, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Orlando Bloom becomes Staropramen’s brand ambassador Molson Coors Beverage Company has confirmed actor and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Orlando Bloom as the new brand ambassador for Staropramen. Bloom, who will next be seen starring in Sony Pictures’ Gran Turismo on August 11 and A24’s Wizards!, will be featured in a new Staropramen TV ad this year. He also will soon begin production […] Talking Retail May 5, 2023May 5, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. BeverageMarketing: BroadcastDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage AB InBev showcases strong Q1 results, resilience in face of recent controversy A 13.2% revenue increase beat expectations for the first quarter, which ended before the controversy over Bud Light’s partnership with Dylan Mulvaney. MarketingDive May 5, 2023May 5, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeveragePartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Molson Coors’ bigger bets on marketing pay off as sales grow A successful Super Bowl campaign was named as one driver of the company’s Q1 success, including sales increase for Coors Light and Miller Lite. MarketingDive May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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: Social MediaPodcastsTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesOmnichannelConsumersMerchandisingCoca ColaRestaurantsCPG: Adult BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Coors, Miller take Bud Light share amid controversy Powered by Earnest’s Scanner Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) product dataset. Contact Sales for more details. The recent controversy surrounding Bud Light sent total purchases of the beer down 23% YoY in the four weeks ending April 27th, according to Earnest Scanner (CPG) data. Budweiser (Anheuser-Busch’s other major brand) purchases also declined 8% in the same […] Earnest Research May 1, 2023May 1, 2023 < 1 min read Data & InsightsCPG: Adult BeverageConsumersDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevShoppersResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage BOSTON BEER REPORTS FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS BOSTON, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM), today reported financial results for the first quarter ended April 1, 2023. Key results were: First Quarter 2023 Summary: Depletions decreased 6% and shipments decreased 7.6% Net revenue of $410.0 million… PR Newswire April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Your Views: Rant Response Yesterday I went on a bit of a rant about the announcement that Alissa Heinerscheid, the Bud Light marketing VP who took a lot of heat for her attempt to broaden the brand’s appeal, has taken a leave of absence. I commented, in part: I want to get past the debate about whether Bud Light […] MorningNewsBeat April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 4 min read GovernmentExecutivesConsumersDept. NonfoodAssociatesDept. Toys & GamesShoppersBrick and MortarCPG: Adult BeverageDept. GroceryStreamingMarketing: Social MediaStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage AB InBev puts 2 execs on leave after furor over transgender influencer Marketing executives Alissa Heinerscheid and Daniel Blake oversaw a controversial collaboration with Dylan Mulvaney. MarketingDive April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageExecutivesMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Staropramen partners with Blumentha Molson Coors’ Staropramen brand has partnered with Everdure by Heston Blumenthal for a summer BBQ promotion. The activity sees Staropramen partner with world-famous chef Heston Blumenthal and his Everdure by Heston Blumenthal BBQ range, in a global campaign under the tag line ‘BBQ Like an Expert’. From 1st May, until the 30th of June, consumers […] Talking Retail April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsCPG: Adult BeverageConsumersDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation AB InBev’s Beck’s makes ‘futuristic’ beer using artificial intelligence The brew, called Beck’s Autonomous, was selected by AI as its favorite among millions of different flavor combinations it generated. MarketingDive April 14, 2023July 11, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageTechnology & InnovationAIDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevTrends: Tech 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
Media & Marketing Three Ways Marketers Can Improve Their Creativity No matter your background, education, and professional achievements, you are capable of great things. Statistically, 99 percent of us did not go to the top 1 percent of schools, have famous parents, or a hefty trust fund. Yet we can all become successful in our own right by making the most of what we have […] Branding Strategy April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 3 min read StrategyMarketing: BrandDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationDept. Adult BevCompetitionCPG: Adult BeverageDept. ApparelPodcastsGooglePredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaStore LocationStart UpsMarketing: UGCESG and CSRInternational - UKHealth & WellnessExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage San Miguel launches Ibiza promo As part of a nationwide on-pack promotion, San Miguel will draw 24 winners to receive a two-night Ibizan experience at its Casa San Miguel with a plus one. The authentic finca-style villa is located in the heart of Ibiza and will give the winners the opportunity to delve into the world of San Miguel. Dharmesh […] Talking Retail April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageDept. Adult Bev 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Pimm’s limited edition for the Coronation Limited-edition design of Pimm’s No.1 bottle to celebrate The Coronation of The King and The Queen Consort. The Coronation Edition bottle will be rolled out across the off-trade from April and will temporarily replace the standard Pimm’s No.1 label design in 70cl and 1-litre. Charlotte Gibbon, category marketing director, Gins, Pimm’s, Bailey’s & non-alcoholic, Diageo […] Talking Retail April 3, 2023April 3, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Adult BevCPG: Adult Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Capri Holdings appoints Bacardi chief executive to board Capri Holdings, the owner Jimmy Choo, Michael Kors and Versace, has appointed Bacardi chief executive Mahesh Madhavan to its board of directors. From 30 March, Madhavan… View Article The Retail Bulletin April 1, 2023April 1, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesCPG: Adult BeverageDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Constellation Brands teams with Tastemade for content studio The multimillion dollar partnership will yield original streaming and social media content, including a travel series that promotes unique wine pairings. MarketingDive March 31, 2023March 31, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeverageStreamingPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Digital MediaESG and CSRDept. BeverageDept. Adult Bev 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