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  1. Shopper & Customer

The Next Big Thing in Retail Foodservice: Where Consumers Are Heading

  Retail foodservice is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the desire for convenience without compromising quality according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. As the industry evolves, certain sectors are emerging as the frontrunners, attracting consumers in droves and setting the stage for […]
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  1. CPG: Food

CDC Issues Warning Over Salmonella-Linked Egg Recall in Midwest

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food safety alert concerning a Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs distributed by Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC. The outbreak has affected 65 individuals across nine states, including Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin, where the eggs were sold. The other states affected are California, Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Legacy Grocery Store Market Share Capitulation a Continuing Trend

  It’s clear that legacy grocery stores, once the dominant force in food retail, are now navigating a challenging landscape marked by significant market share capitulation according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. This shift has been driven by three prominent trends: the encroachment of dollar stores, drug stores, and […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Foodservice Retail Discontinuity Continues Driven by Gen Z and Millennial Adoption

  Notice was first given in 1991 when Foodservice Solutions®, Grocerant Guru® Steven Johnson, warned foodservice industry professionals about the shifting consumer mindset at COEX. Then, in 1996, Johnson coined the term “grocerants” in an Op-Ed article published in both FoodService Director and Nation’s Restaurant News. Fast forward to today, and the foodservice industry is […]
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  1. Department: Food

Ulverston Co-op relaunches following major makeover

Co-op’s Market Street, Ulverston, store has relaunched with a fresh new look following a seven-week programme of works and improvements. The Co-op store opens between 7am-10pm daily, with the convenience retailer supporting around 30 local jobs across both its Market Street and nearby Priory Road… This story continues at Ulverston Co-op relaunches following major makeover […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Amazon Fresh: The Copycat Grocer Abandoning Innovation for Imitation

  From the outset, Amazon has been synonymous with innovation. The company disrupted the entire retail landscape with its commitment to price competitiveness, customer-centric operations, and an unmatched logistical network. Now then according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes, in a perplexing pivot, Amazon Fresh has devolved into a […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

The Growing Pet Wellness Market: Trends and Opportunities for Retailers

By Matt Simon, Executive Director, Retail  Ask any pet parent and they’ll likely agree: The saying “you’re only as happy as your saddest child” doesn’t just apply to the parents of humans. Our Shopper Insights Survey found 86% of respondents in households with a dog or a cat said their pets contribute to their overall […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Marketers Need Authority To Build Profitable Brands

Strong brands produce significant, sustainable value for the firm. There is no real debate about this fact. The value of a brand can also be readily measured: it is the price premium the brand commands relative to a comparable unbranded product. And, unlike other easily imitated product or service differences, like quality and price, a […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Stability AI’s best image generating models now in Amazon Bedrock

Starting today, you can use three new text-to-image models from Stability AI in Amazon Bedrock: Stable Image Ultra, Stable Diffusion 3 Large, and Stable Image Core. These models greatly improve performance in multi-subject prompts, image quality, and typography and can be used to rapidly generate high-quality visuals for a wide range of use cases across marketing, […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

The FIVE Pillars Driving Grocerant Adoption: A Modern Foodservice Success Story

  At the intersection of today’s consumers and food sales success Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that in today’s dynamic retail landscape, where consumer behavior is continuously evolving, the grocerant niche—characterized by hand-held, ready-to-eat (RTE), and heat-and-eat fresh prepared foods—has surged to the forefront. What was once a peripheral […]
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  1. Department: Beverage

Radnor Splash now available in trio of cans

Radnor Splash, the flavoured water range from Welsh soft drinks company Radnor Hills, has unveiled a new canned range. Radnor Splash is a sugar-free and a blend of spring water and natural fruit flavours in still or lightly sparkling options. Available as a straw-free 250ml Tetra,… This story continues at Radnor Splash now available in trio […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Fresh Meal and Meal Component Discovery: A Disruptive Force

  In today’s food landscape, clinging to brand protectionism is a recipe for irrelevance according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Consumers, especially Millennials, have moved on—and they’re not looking back. What they value now is discovery: new flavors, time-saving solutions, and value for money. If your brand isn’t evolving […]
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  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit

How Food Marketing Partnerships and Sponsorships Drive Restaurant Sales: The Little Caesars Playbook

  With back to school it’s the perfect time to begin comminating fall food marketing programs according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. In 2024 more than in past years, marketing partnerships and sponsorships have become critical tools for driving sales, particularly in takeout, delivery, and meal pick-up options. As […]
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  1. Department: HBC

Ulta slashes guidance again on flat sales and declining comps

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Ulta Beauty’s net sales growth all but came to a standstill in Q2, with the metric edging up just 0.9% in the quarter, to $2.6 billion. Comps at the beauty retailer fell 1.2% as transactions declined and average tickets were […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Navigating the Future of Loyalty: Innovative Strategies for Engagement, Rewards and Unveiling the Differences Ahead

Loyalty programs have long been a staple of the business world, offering incentives and rewards to engage and retain customers. However, as consumer expectations evolve and technology advances, these programs are undergoing a significant transformation, with brands on the hunt for seamless backend solutions to help them foster lasting connections that transcend the transaction. From […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Grocerant Niche Adoption Now Driven by Gen Z: Are Legacy Chains Falling Behind?

  Dinner decisions are increasingly dynamic and evolving, driven by shifting consumer behaviors according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Remarkably, by noon, only 25% of consumers know what’s for dinner, and by 4 PM, that figure climbs to just over 50%. This uncertainty presents a significant opportunity for those […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Enter Nibble as RTIH’s Secret Shopper hops on the emotional rollercoaster that is the Asos Sample Sale outlet

As a seasoned shopper and dedicated bargain hunter, I’m always on the lookout for exciting deals. So, when I heard about Asos’s Sample Sale, where everything was priced at a flat £5, I couldn’t wait to dive in. My loyal readers know how much I love a good bargain, but this sale had something even […]
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  1. Department: Food

Convenience Stores and Grocery Delis: Solving the “What’s for Dinner?” Dilemma Through Grocerant Niche Mix-and-Match Bundling

  The age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” has perplexed families for generations, often leading to indecision and reliance on fast food or takeout. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes if your food marketing tactics look more like yesterday than tomorrow, you need to move forward.     However, convenience stores (C-stores) […]
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  1. Department & Category

The Drive-Thru Fresh Fast and Healthy Meals: Not All Fast Food is Bad Food

The consumer is dynamic not static, in the evolving landscape of fast food, the notion that drive-thru meals equate to unhealthy eating is quickly becoming outdated according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Today, consumers can save time, money, and still make health-conscious decisions when opting for fast food. At […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing: Exploring Global Market Trends with an 11.5% CAGR from 2024 to 2029

What is Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing? Cell therapy biomanufacturing involves the production of cell-based treatments designed to repair, replace, or regenerate damaged tissues and organs. This process includes cultivating, expanding, and modifying cells to create therapies that can treat various diseases, such as cancer, genetic disorders, and autoimmune conditions. The goal is to produce high-quality, effective […]
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