Media & Marketing TikTok parks on gas station screens around US as part of GSTV deal Ignite, the video network’s creative studio, will produce weekly TikTok segments with QR codes that link out to the embattled app. MarketingDive June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: SocialDept. FuelDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Starring Apple, Poundland and Forever 21: 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 Emperia, Recite Me, Amperity, Walmart’s incubator arm Store No8, and Outlier Ventures. 1. Emperia – new Apple mixed […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 9, 2023June 9, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: SocialTwitterShoppersData & InsightsWalmartExecutivesCryptoCustomer ExperiencePredictions and ForecastsDept. ApparelAssociatesInclusivityMetaverseConsumersTargetPartnershipsTrends: RetailDept. NonfoodDept. FuelMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: TechHealth & WellnessPepsiCoResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarblockchainInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Aldi Sued For $10 Million In Class Action Over Labeling Newsweek reports that “Aldi has been named in a class action lawsuit in California that alleges it misrepresented its fruit and grain bars to consumers by claiming they only contain natural products. “In a filing with the U.S. District Court for central California on May 30, a lawyer for plaintiff Deana Lozano, a health care […] MorningNewsBeat June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 < 1 min read AldiPackagingLegal & CriminalDept. Natural / OrganicConsumersSustainabilityHealth & WellnessESG and CSRDept. HBCDept. FuelDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Business. Not Personal. Yesterday we took note of a Boston Globe story about how youth organizers with the Hyde Square Task Force in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, did significant market research and figured out that a grocery cart of items at their local Stop & Shop cost $34 more than the same products at the chain’s store in suburban […] MorningNewsBeat June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 12 min read EconomyAhold DelhaizeDept. FuelBrick and MortarWegmansShoppersAmazonStore LocationThick DataDollar GeneralDept. GroceryLegal & CriminalDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationConsumersSustainabilityCOVID19Customer ExperienceAssociatesCompetitionWalmartHoliday & EventsMarketing: UGCDept. FreshMarketing: VoiceOwned Brands (Private Label)Albertsons / SafewayPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsStrategyCPG: Adult BeverageDept. Adult BevOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The future of retail – Fast fashion brand Forever 21 taps Amperity customer data platform Amperity, an enterprise customer data platform (CDP), has announced a partnership with Forever 21. The fast fashion retailer says that it will now be able to provide more relevant, personalised customer experiences. reach more consumers, while enriching advertising campaigns through insights on cross-channel behaviour, data science scores, and content affinities. Forever 21 has a significant […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 1 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsAIShoppersMarketing: SocialTwitterConsumersDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsTrends: RetailCustomer ExperiencePartnershipsMetaverseOmnichannelExecutivesDept. FuelTrends: TechMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Adult Beverage Molson Coors brand Zoa adopts gender-neutral identity for major refresh “Fuel Something Bigger” shifts the energy drink from the gym towards the everyday consumer and highlights the brand’s colorful new packaging. MarketingDive June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 < 1 min read CPG: Adult BeveragePackagingSustainabilityDept. FuelDept. BeverageConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar General, At A Rural Crossroads Fascinating piece in the New York Times about some resistance Dollar General is facing in one rural community to its plans to build a new store there. An excerpt: “Anne Hartley’s brick house in Ebony, Va., overlooks windswept fields, a Methodist church, a general store and the intersection of two country roads, a pastoral setting […] MorningNewsBeat June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 3 min read Dollar GeneralBrick and MortarAssociatesHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryStrategyStore LocationDept. NonfoodDept. FuelData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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
Technology & Innovation Labor Saving Technology Self-Checkout Is for Everyone When your competitors evolve and you don’t more often than not that spells trouble. Here is why, consumers over acknowledge that they like change that is slow. What they do like even more than change is ‘discovery’ according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson went on to say, […] Grocerant Guru June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 6 min read Technology & InnovationAITech: CashierlessShoppersGoogleData & InsightsMarketing: SocialCOVID19Trends: TechDept. GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesAmazonBPStore LocationCustomer ExperienceConsumersTwitterStore FormatRestaurantsExecutivesMeta (Facebook)Tech: AITargetConsultingPricing & PromotionsDept. FuelVendorsPartnershipsESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreStrategyDept. NonfoodAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Why Loyalty Programs Are Essential for Retailers During an Economic Downturn Today’s uncertain economic landscape is plagued with high inflation and continued supply chain issues, and experts predict a 70 percent likelihood of a U.S. recession in 2023. With a potential downturn on the horizon, a reported 62 percent of consumers have stated they’re cutting back on their spending or looking for additional ways to save. […] Mary English June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 2 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionEconomyData & InsightsConsumersPricing & PromotionsConsultingCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainDeliveryDept. FuelPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Casey’s General Store Evolving with Consumers Grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to garner customers, drive top-line sales, and bottom-line profits. Regular readers of this blog have been reading about the continued success that Casey’s General Stores have had ever since the first test experiment they had with pizza. What a 15-year run it has been. According to […] Grocerant Guru May 30, 2023May 31, 2023 4 min read ConsumersShoppersCasey's General StoresOmnichannelDept. GroceryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. PerimeterTech: AIPepsiCoMarketing: BrandPartnershipsMarketing: SocialMarketing: OOHUbereatsAIDoorDashFood DeliveryDept. FuelCustomer ExperienceDeliveryDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Restaurants, C-Stores, Deli’s It’s Not too late to start with Online Ordering When you think about selling a meal or meal component, have you continued to say no way, not at all, or I tried it and it did not work for me? Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® wants you to rethink your position. Ask yourself why us and why now? […] Grocerant Guru May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 3 min read ShoppersBrick and MortarUnited Dairy FarmersDept. GroceryDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedGoogleMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRestaurantsDept. FreshDept. FuelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDeliveryCOVID19Dept. PerimeterBOPISData & InsightsDept. BakeryMarketing: In StoreDept. FrozenDept. BeverageDept. DairyDept. Natural / OrganicDept. RefrigeratedMerchandisingPartnershipsPepsiCoTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Food Marketers Need Phone Food Marketing Consumers are dynamic not static and today that means smartphones are fast becoming the food marketing platform of choice according to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. In a battle for share of stomach C-stores, restaurants, bodegas, and grocery store delis all need a fresh focus on smartphones. Art Sebastian, […] Grocerant Guru May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIDept. GroceryShoppersConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and MortarData & InsightsCasey's General StoresMarketing: OOHMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. FuelMarketing: SocialStrategyMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsRestaurantsDept. BeverageDept. FreshCustomer ExperienceDept. PerimeterExecutivesMarketing: MobileMerchandisingTech: AI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Restaurants expect strong sales this summer. Consumers aren’t so sure [[“value”:”Last year, restaurant sales in May, June and July were tepid as higher gas prices and concerns about the economy weighed on consumers.”]] CNBC May 29, 2023May 29, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersRestaurantsEconomyDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Walgreens to lay off 10% of its corporate staff DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens said this week that it will cut more than 500 jobs, most of them at the company’s Deerfield headquarters and its Chicago office. About 504 employees — or about 10% of the corporate staff — will be laid off, Walgreens spokesman Marty Maloney confirmed, adding that the cuts will not impact […] MMR May 26, 2023May 30, 2023 < 1 min read WalgreensAssociatesSustainabilityResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. FuelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category BJ’s turns in a strong Q1 but expects results to moderate as 2023 progresses The membership retailer recorded a 5.7% increase in comparable-store sales excluding gasoline during its latest quarter, with grocery playing a key role, executives said Tuesday. Grocery Dive May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart Gets Into Pet Telehealth Market CNBC reports that Walmart “has inked a deal with veterinary telehealth provider Pawp to offer Walmart+ subscribers access to the startup’s membership for a year.” According to the story, “Unlimited access to veterinary telehealth via video or text will be available to Walmart+ subscribers beginning Tuesday when Walmart is expected to announce the partnership publicly. Remote […] MorningNewsBeat May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 2 min read WalmartDept. PetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAmazonPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeDept. FuelConsumersGrubhubFood DeliveryShoppersTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Wawa Mix and Match Meal Bundling Drives Sales Regular readers of this blog know that Wawa is a fast casual convenience store aka restaurant chain that sells gasoline. Wawa’s customer loyalty was built on Milk, Coffee, and their famous Hoagie according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Mix and match meal bunding is the foundation of success […] Grocerant Guru May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 3 min read WaWaDept. GroceryShoppersRestaurantsData & InsightsMarketing: SocialPartnershipsDept. BeverageTwitterMeta (Facebook)ConsultingPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRStrategyDept. FuelDept. FreshDept. DairyThick DataAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery American chains propel Q1 sales growth for Ahold Delhaize ZAANDAM, Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize reported better-than-expected first quarter sales, driven by strong performances by its U.S. businesses. The company’s U.S. operations, which include the Food Lion, Stop & Shop, Hannaford Bros., the GIANT Co. and Giant Food chains, posted net sales of €13.5 billion ($14.8 billion) for the quarter, an increase of 5.7% at […] MMR May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeDept. GroceryWeatherPepsiCoOwned Brands (Private Label)MerchandisingEconomyDept. FuelMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOmnichannelExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainStrategySustainabilityResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising BJ’s posts record net income, adjusted EBITDA MARLBOROUGH, Mass. – BJ’s Wholesale Club Holdings Inc. today posted first-quarter earnings that the warehouse club operator said reflect strong traffic growth, market-share gains and an improved merchandise margin. “We reported a record first quarter in net income and adjusted EBITDA, demonstrating the power of our business model and the warehouse club channel,” Bob Eddy, […] MMR May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 2 min read Dept. FuelOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentExecutivesStore LocationBJ’s Wholesale ClubEconomyMarketing: TradePress ReleasePricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass 3 examples of sustainable brands hitting the mark with US consumers Who cares about sustainability? Consumers, that’s who. According to our USA Plus data set, a whopping 46% of Americans think sustainability is very important, and a further 33% think it’s somewhat important. But here’s the kicker – consumers think it’s on you (aka brands) to get us out of the woods. Yep, that’s right. 64% […] GWI (Global Web Index) May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 8 min read SustainabilityConsumersTechnology & InnovationAIDept. ApparelESG and CSRDept. FuelData & InsightsEconomyPackagingDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshMarketing: SocialDept. PerimeterResults & InvestmentDept. Natural / OrganicExecutivesAssociatesShoppersTargetDept. HBCDept. LaundryPhilanthropyOperations & Supply ChainLegal & CriminalHealth & WellnessDept. GroceryUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights April 2023 Earnest Analytics Spend Index Sign up to explore EASI data and category level trends for free in Earnest Dash. Powered by Earnest’s Orion transaction dataset. Access chart in Dash. Earnest Analytics Spend Index powered by Orion transaction data decreased below year-ago levels in April, with both spending channels decelerating. Online spend slowed slightly more than in-store spending. Gyms and […] Earnest Research May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsConsumersDept. NonfoodDept. ApparelResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreDept. PetHealth & WellnessRestaurantsDept. FuelPredictions and ForecastsData Visualization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital How Sellers Can Make the Most of Amazon Marketplace’s Data-Driven Environment What makes an Amazon.com seller stand out on such a mammoth platform? What turns some sellers into Amazon Marketplace success stories and leaves others practically invisible? A leading brand on Amazon is one that manages to be a top seller in its category. However, volume alone doesn’t determine a leading brand; many large retailers dominate […] Lukas Helmers May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 3 min read AmazonData & InsightsConsumersSustainabilityShoppersDept. NonfoodStrategyBrick and MortarEconomyHealth & WellnessMarketing: TradeOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsPricing & PromotionsResults & InvestmentDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Retail Sales Increase Slightly in April, But Less Than Forecast Consumers barely kept up with inflation in April, as retail sales increased but fell short of expectations, the Commerce Department reported Tuesday. The advanced sales report showed an increase of 0.4 percent, below the Dow Jones estimate for 0.8 percent. Excluding auto-related figures, sales increased 0.4 percent, which was in line with expectations. As the numbers are not […] Joe Keenan May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read ConsumersEconomyDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: UGCDept. FuelOperations & Supply ChainHome DepotData & InsightsShoppersRestaurantsThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Visualizing the American Workforce as 100 People Click to view this graphic in a higher-resolution. Visualizing the American Workforce as 100 People In 2022, the U.S. population stood at 333 million. Of that, roughly 60% were employed in various jobs, positions, and sectors in the U.S. economy. But where did all these people work? What jobs did they do and what positions […] Visual Capitalist May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 7 min read AssociatesTechnology & InnovationAIData & InsightsHealth & WellnessDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainEconomyLegal & CriminalResults & InvestmentDept. GroceryESG and CSRThick DataExecutivesShoppersCOVID19PartnershipsConsumersRestaurantsDept. FuelPredictions and ForecastsData Visualization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer NRF says retail sales rose in April WASHINGTON – Retail sales bounced back in April, the National Retail Federation said Tuesday, noting that sales increased both month-over-month and year-over-year. “Retail sales rebounded in April, reflecting consumer resilience in the face of elevated economic uncertainty,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “Moderating price levels, continued labor market strength and wage gains have […] MMR May 17, 2023May 22, 2023 2 min read Brick and MortarConsumersDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessData & InsightsEconomyDept. ApparelDept. BeverageSustainabilityDept. FuelDept. Sporting goodsExecutivesGoogleRestaurantsShoppersAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Retailers Must Prioritise Trust and Transparency to Drive Customer Loyalty As retailers do their best to try and predict consumer behaviour, which continues to morph due to stubbornly high inflation, they are facing fall-out from the higher prices shoppers encounter at the grocer and petrol pump: decreasing brand loyalty. Shoppers are increasingly focused on finding the best deals, discounts, and coupons, and many are abandoning […] Modern Retail May 16, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - UKPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeDept. FuelEconomyConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Google, Generative Search, And The Web’s Uncertain Future The demo was beautiful. At Google’s IO developer conference this week, the company showed an experimental version of its search engine handling an almost unimaginably difficult query. Asked whether a family with kids under three years old and a dog would prefer Arches National Park or Bryce Canyon, Google scoured the internet and returned a […] Bigtechnology May 12, 2023May 17, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIBigTechGoogleAmazonCryptoData & InsightsPodcastsDept. BeverageStreamingStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsChatGPTMarketing: SocialESG and CSRSustainabilityDept. PetTwitterMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Digital MediaConsumersBig DataAssociatesHoliday & EventsDept. FuelDept. Natural / OrganicDept. OTCInsight ProvidersMeta (Facebook)PartnershipsWeather 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats As shoppers look for savings, Nordstrom hopes Rack stores can fuel its revival [[“value”:”The department store operator is opening 20 Nordstrom Rack stores and zeroing in on best-selling brands.”]] CNBC May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarDept. FuelShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger-Albertsons Deal Could Build A Media Empire WCPO News has a piece about why Kroger is ready to go to the mattresses to complete its $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. It has less to do with growing grocery market share, the reasoning goes, and more to do with growing a retail media empire. “Long term, the biggest accelerator for profit growth for […] MorningNewsBeat May 12, 2023May 12, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerMarketing: Retail MediaAlbertsons / SafewayAmazonResults & InvestmentAcquisitionCompetitionData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationTargetShoppersDept. FuelTrends: MarketingExecutivesConsumers84.51 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