Technology & Innovation Hightouch bags $80m Series C at $1.2bn valuation as it brings AI decisioning to retail marketers Hightouch, a composable CDP and AI decisioning platform, has raised an $80 million Series C investment round at a valuation of $1.2 billion. This was led by Sapphire Ventures, with participation from NVC, Amplify Ventures, ICONIQ Growth, and Bain Capital Ventures. Sapphire Ventures Partner Rajeev Dham will join the Hightouch board. The investment will help […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsShoppersStart UpsMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceInternational - UKOmnichannelResults & InvestmentExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainConsumersTwitterTrends: TechDept. NonfoodStreamingMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: TradeAssociatesPricing & PromotionsWeather 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Meet the new martech stack: systems of context and systems of truth For years, martech was divided into systems of record and systems of engagement. Systems of record stored the “master” versions of data. CRMs and CDPs for customer data. PIM for product data. DAM for brand assets. ERP for inventory data. (I know, there’s a ton of acronyms in this piece, almost to the point of […] chiefmartec February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 6 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsAIShoppersOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationData VisualizationDept. NonfoodPackagingESG and CSRDept. Toys & GamesPhilanthropyAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Hey Starbucks, Bet You Can’t Beat This! Wawa’s $5 Big Breakfast Deal Redefines Value, Speed & Convenience Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® knows a winning foodservice formula when he sees one, and Wawa’s latest move is set to shake up the breakfast game. From February 17 through March 24, Wawa is rolling out its unbeatable $5 […] Grocerant Guru February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read WaWaDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersRestaurantsDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreCompetitionDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyTechnology & InnovationTwitterESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Lidl & Aldi Food Price Discovery Drives Growth In the competitive food industry, Lidl and Aldi have emerged as formidable players, leveraging innovative strategies to capture market share from traditional grocery retailers. These German discount chains have attracted consumers by emphasizing time savings, fresh food offerings, product discovery, and mix-and-match bundling, all while rapidly expanding their store footprints. Time Savings Aldi and […] Grocerant Guru February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 3 min read LidlAldiRegional GroceryDept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsDept. FreshInternational - UKBrick and MortarHealth & WellnessDept. PerimeterShoppersDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: TradeStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Tailored Brands names Best Buy, Target vet as chief customer officer The men’s apparel retailer hired Whit Alexander to create personalized brand experiences and build customer loyalty. RetailDive February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 < 1 min read ShoppersTargetExecutivesBest BuyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 10 Grocerant Niche Success Clues for 2025 Digital hand-held technology, specifically smartphones, has driven a decline in traditional network TV viewing, reshaping how and where consumers eat, according to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®. As consumer behavior evolves, the perceived value of a product or brand can shift. The team at Foodservice Solutions® understands that consumers are […] Grocerant Guru February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 3 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsMarketing: BroadcastTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessShoppersTrends: Food and BeverageMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRCompetitionInclusivityDept. BeverageDept. FreshWhole FoodsMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyDept. PetDept. Natural / OrganicDeliveryDept. BakeryMarketing: BrandOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables How Lego builds unique store experiences From big displays and livestreams with employees to personalization stations, Lego wants to create stores that keep customers coming back. RetailDive February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 < 1 min read Dept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How Food Retailers Can Add New Electricity to Their Brand In today’s dynamic food retail landscape, relevance drives trial and adoption according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. As consumer preferences evolve, food retailers must continually seek the “new electricity” to propel their brand forward. But what exactly is this new electricity? According to industry expert Johnson, “Brand relevance […] Grocerant Guru February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationConsumersAIDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshRestaurantsCustomer ExperienceMerchandisingTech: CashierlessShoppersTrends: RetailPackagingDeliveryBrick and MortarTech: RoboticsSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPepsiCoOperations & Supply ChainOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. PerimeterMarketing: Social MediaTrends: Tech 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How to Boost Customer Acquisition With Direct Mail As we leap into 2025, the name of the game for marketers is customer acquisition strategies that truly stick. And while digital tactics have their moment, there’s one trusty powerhouse that’s primed to deliver big results: direct mail. It’s the personal touch your audience is always looking for and it’s ready to take your marketing […] Jacqueline Johnson-Leister February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 4 min read AcquisitionShoppersConsumersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationData & InsightsStrategyStreamingMarketing: BroadcastHoliday & EventsCustomer ExperienceDept. ApparelMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationSponsoredPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsGovernmentMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Digital MediaDept. GroceryBig DataDept. FreshThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer What Consumer Insights Can Tell Us About Grocery ‘Hopping’ Grocery shopping is having a full-circle moment. In the industry’s earliest days, consumers would spend hours visiting the local butcher, baker, greengrocer, and more. Each store provided a specific slice of shoppers’ grocery lists and often offered home delivery. Fast-forward to the early 1900s and the advent of the supermarket, when industrialization came into play. […] Ole Buch February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 3 min read ShoppersConsumersSustainabilityBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. FreshDept. PerimeterExecutivesMarketing: In StoreBig DataData & InsightsBOPISMarketing: TradeDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. BakeryPricing & PromotionsPackagingDept. GroceryESG and CSRStore LocationOwned Brands (Private Label)COVID19StrategyTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation AI-driven edge cloud: Personalizing retail experiences and optimizing operations The integration of AI and edge cloud technology is unlocking new opportunities for personalization and operational efficiency for retailers. RetailDive February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer The Grocerant Revolution: How Mix-and-Match Meal Components Are Winning Over Consumers What do consumers think a Grocerant is? According to Steven Johnson, the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®, the man who coined the term “Grocerant,” it is “any retail food item that is fresh prepared Ready-2-Eat or Heat-N-Eat.” Traditionally, these items have been found in grocery store service delis, convenience store prepared food […] Grocerant Guru February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 4 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsDept. FreshData & InsightsBrick and MortarDeliveryWaWaDept. PerimeterCostcoDept. NonfoodShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedPackagingMarketing: In StoreCompetitionPredictions and ForecastsBOPISDept. ApparelSustainabilityDept. DeliTechnology & InnovationPop UpsPlatedMarketing: BrandMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Has Amazon Thrown in the Towel on Food? A Deep Dive into Its Troubled Journey Through the Food Industry Amazon’s ambitious foray into food—spanning convenience stores, ultra-fast delivery, no-checkout technology, and Amazon Fresh grocery stores—may now be quietly winding down according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Industry speculation suggests Amazon may consolidate its food efforts under the Whole Foods brand, with a potential spinoff looming on the […] Grocerant Guru February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 5 min read Dept. GroceryAmazonWhole FoodsData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationShoppersOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshBrick and MortarConsumersDeliveryMarketing: In StoreStrategyAcquisitionFood DeliveryCustomer ExperienceBOPISCompetitionPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19Dept. NonfoodKrogerMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: TradeOwned Brands (Private Label)PepsiCoPricing & PromotionsRegional GroceryWalmart7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights AI Startup Unlisted Expands Opportunities Beyond Traditional Listings to Unlock the Hidden Housing Market Source: Unlisted (EZ Newswire) Palo Alto, CA — In today’s housing market, where inventory is low and competition is high, buyers often find themselves frustrated with the lack of options. At any given moment, only about 5% of homes in the U.S. are actively listed for sale, yet these homes receive nearly all the attention […] Bigtechnology February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 3 min read AITechnology & InnovationMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodData & InsightsCompetitionVendorsPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesBrokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing J.C. Penney launches business-to-business website for bulk orders [[{“value”:” Dive Brief The department store has a new digital tool that offers its catalog and personalized product support for companies and nonprofits. Published Feb. 5, 2025 By Tatiana Walk-Morris A J.C. Penney store. The retailer recently partnered with Sparc Group to launch Catalyst Brands. Daphne Howland/Retail Dive “}]] RetailDive February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsMarketing: PrintMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables JCPenney Launches New Ecommerce Site for Business Customers JCPenney has launched a new business-to-business website to offer customers a more seamless and personalized experience when purchasing durable goods and bulk items. The website offers small businesses and nonprofits access to JCPenney’s vast catalog of brands, including St. John’s Bay, Liz Claiborne and Worthington, and products spanning home, footwear and apparel categories. After businesses, […] Retail TouchPoints February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIWalmartAmazonMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: PrintCustomer ExperienceDept. ApparelGovernmentBrick and MortarDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation When it Comes to AI, Are You Leading or Lagging? Artificial intelligence is among the most popular conversation topics in marketing today, and retailers are feeling intense pressure for a well-considered point of view and strategy around the technology. In recent roundtable discussions with more than 50 marketing leaders at a global conference, we found a vast range of experiences, organizational commitment to AI, and […] Ian Baer February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIMetaverseData & InsightsDept. NonfoodTrends: TechAssociatesDept. Toys & GamesDept. FuelStrategyShoppersTech: AR and VRDeliveryESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Retail Reinvented: Harnessing the Power of AI and ML in Promotions In today’s cut-throat retail landscape, promotions, which account for 10 percent to 45 percent of total revenue, are a double-edged sword. On the one hand, they can potentially boost sales and significantly improve brand visibility. On the other hand, poorly executed promotions can lead to decreased margins, customer frustration, and even brand dilution. Traditional retail […] Majaz Mohammed February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 3 min read AITechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMerchandisingVendorsStrategyPricing & PromotionsTrends: RetailWeatherData VisualizationConsultingMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentStore LocationHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Why Personalization Remains an Advantage for Independent Retailers In today’s world, mega-retailers have changed the way we shop. They offer same-day delivery and auto-shipment and sell cheaper versions of popular brands. Because of this, consumers now expect faster, easier transactions. Yet, they also want a personal touch. In fact, recent data tells us that of consumers who preferred to shop small this past […] Gourav Pani February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read ConsumersShoppersMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarData & InsightsEconomyCOVID19DeliveryDept. NonfoodGovernmentHoliday & EventsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Are You Bringing Brick-and-Mortar Friction into Ecommerce? As ecommerce solidifies its position as a critical revenue growth driver for brands, organizations must reevaluate their operations to take a more holistic omnichannel approach to commerce. Category management is central to this transformation and an underrated element of it. In our new research piece, eCatman and the Path to Omni-Category Management, co-authored with TPG, […] Retail TouchPoints February 3, 2025February 3, 2025 3 min read ConsumersMerchandisingData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationDept. PetStrategyAIShoppersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreOmnichannelInsight ProvidersPodcastsKrogerOperations & Supply ChainDanoneJohnson & JohnsonMarketing: BrandHealth & WellnessAmazonVendorsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug CVS Looks Beyond Coupons with New Holistic Health Care App CVS has launched a new app designed to serve as a one-stop shop for customers to do everything from managing their prescriptions and vaccinations to accessing coupons and opening locked display cases in stores. “As a company, we are super focused on improving the health care experience,” said Tilak Mandadi, EVP at CVS Health in […] Retail TouchPoints January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 2 min read CVSHealth & WellnessConsumersTechnology & InnovationAIShoppersExecutivesMarketing: TradeDept. HBCPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarPartnershipsDept. PharmacyMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceDeliveryGovernmentMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Mix, match, and marvel: unlocking the beauty of antique barware Antique barware is more than just a tool for mixing drinks; it’s a functional work of art that brings character and sophistication to any home bar. These vintage pieces offer a glimpse into the glamour and elegance of bygone eras, showcasing the craftsmanship and design trends of the past. What makes antique barware particularly captivating […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 7 min read Dept. Adult BevData & InsightsDept. HBCInternational - UKMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRPricing & PromotionsResults & InvestmentMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTechnology & InnovationStrategyInclusivityPlatedOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: UGCHealth & WellnessDept. FreshTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Navigating media’s complexity with audience planning Today’s media landscape is complex. Americans continue to spend a significant amount of time with media, devoting 70 hours a week (or 10 hours a day) across all devices in the first quarter of 2024. But with audiences spreading their time across linear TV, CTV, radio, smartphones, tablets and computers, how can advertisers and media […] Nielsen January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 4 min read Data & InsightsStreamingBig DataMarketing: BroadcastInsight ProvidersStrategyMarketing: Digital MediaShoppersTargetData VisualizationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Retail MediaTrends: MarketingSustainabilityConsumersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. BabyDept. NonfoodESG and CSRAgenciesAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights NRF 2025 Show Recap NRF 2025 Show Recap NRF 2025 brought together thousands of retail and consumer brands in an inspiring environment where leaders shared insights, challenges, and strategies for the year ahead. While retail continues to evolve, some principles remain constant: delivering exceptional customer experiences, differentiating from competitors, and maintaining a healthy bottom line. Key Themes from NRF […] MI9 January 30, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaShoppersAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentCompetitionConsumersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodEconomyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)PartnershipsSustainabilityMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass PepsiCo: The Grocerant Guru® Perspective on a Legacy of Innovation and Consumer-Focused Leadership PepsiCo Inc. is not just a food and beverage powerhouse; it is a leader in the grocerant niche, driving convenience, innovation, and consumer engagement. With a legacy of transforming snacking and beverage categories to meet evolving customer needs, PepsiCo has mastered bundling strategies that align with Gen Z and Millennials’ preferences for mix-and-match meals, […] Grocerant Guru January 29, 2025January 29, 2025 4 min read PepsiCoConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsAcquisitionDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInclusivityPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)TwitterDept. FreshTrends: Food and BeverageAssociatesTargetStrategyESG and CSRFlagship StoresHealth & WellnessInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Unlocking AI’s Potential for Retail Advertising In an increasingly fast-paced advertising landscape, AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s here and a present-day necessity, giving those who use it effectively a massive advantage. A survey by Influencer Marketing Hub found that 60% of marketers are already using AI in their marketing. As AI fundamentally reshapes the landscape and opportunities […] Retail TouchPoints January 28, 2025January 28, 2025 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: VoiceInsight ProvidersShoppersPartnershipsTargetSustainabilityHealth & WellnessRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayAhold DelhaizeAgenciesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTractor Supply CompanyMarketing: BrandRite AidThick DataDept. Natural / OrganicWalmartMarketing: In StoreInternational - North AmericaAmazonWalmart ConnectDollar General7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Revolutionizing Grab-and-Go: Kwik Trip’s Portable Packaging Innovation Portability, packaging, and profits have a new champion in convenience store food innovation: Kwik Trip. Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru® Steven Johnson declares, “Success leaves clues, and Kwik Trip’s commitment to expanding fresh fast-food portability with innovative packaging empowers consumer choice while driving the grocerant niche through mix-and-match meal component bundling.” Fresh Food Discovery Millennials […] Grocerant Guru January 27, 2025January 27, 2025 3 min read PackagingDept. GroceryConsumersDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsShoppersSustainabilityMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceDept. PerimeterStrategyTrends: Food and BeverageDept. DairyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsTargetTrends: ConsumerESG and CSRTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Ebay, Instacart, DoorDash Sign Up to Test OpenAI’s New Agentic Tool, Operator Ebay, DoorDash, Instacart and Uber are among the companies that have signed on to participate in the research preview of OpenAI’s new AI agent interface, called Operator. OpenAI describes Operator as “an agent that can go to the web to perform tasks for you.” Similar to other “agentic” AI tools from companies like Google, Salesforce […] Retail TouchPoints January 25, 2025January 25, 2025 2 min read AITechnology & InnovationChatGPTInstacartDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaDoorDashFood DeliveryPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsEconomyDept. ApparelGoogleMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPartnershipsShoppersDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The 7 Undercurrents Driving Grocerant Niche Adoption in 2025 The evolution of Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh food has surged over the years, with 2025 proving to be a landmark moment for the grocerant niche. These retail food solutions cater to time-starved consumers seeking convenience, quality, and value. Steven Johnson, Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru®, based in Tacoma, WA identifies seven powerful undercurrents driving this […] Grocerant Guru January 25, 2025January 25, 2025 6 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaRegional GroceryPartnershipsDept. FreshMarketing: TradeHealth & WellnessBrick and MortarDept. DeliMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Fresh PreparedSustainabilityTrends: Food and BeverageCompetitionPricing & PromotionsPackagingTescoHy-VeeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAmazonLidlKrogerOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)WaWaQ CommerceDeliveryDept. PerimeterBOPISTrends: MarketingTwitterAlbertsons / SafewayDollar GeneralGhost KitchenHEBAldi7-Eleven & SpeedwaySave A LotPublixDept. BakeryAlimentation Couche-TardStore LocationDept. BeverageCircle KESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations How retailers are approaching customer experience in 2025 Retailers at this year’s NRF Big Show showcased how they are putting customer data to use for personalization and loyalty. RetailDive January 24, 2025January 24, 2025 < 1 min read Customer ExperienceShoppersPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked