Partnerships & Alt Profit CDR, MMR partner with ECRM for special event TUCSON — Chain Drug Review and Mass Market Retailers have partnered with ECRM for Founders’ Innovation Day, an exclusive event designed for D2C and emerging brands to make the most of their potential at food, drug and mass retailers, and from e-commerce. The “day of insight, connection and growth” is being held on June 3 […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read PartnershipsTechnology & InnovationExecutivesDept. HBCDept. Natural / OrganicVendorsOmnichannelMarketing: Social MediaMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentStart UpsSustainabilityDept. GroceryData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Federal court recognizes CRN’s ‘standing’ to sue WASHINGTON — The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, announced today that a federal judge in New York State’s age restriction law case ruled that the association has standing to sue on behalf of its members, allowing the case to move forward. A motion for […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read ConsumersLegal & CriminalHealth & WellnessDept. HBCPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Meijer plans to open two supercenters in Ohio, one in Michigan GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters, in Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, on May 14, increasing the retailer’s store count to 55 in the state. Meijer previously announced plans to open a 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Hillsdale, Mich. That store is also scheduled to open on May 14. The Ohio supercenters […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 3 min read Regional GroceryMeijerDept. HBCDept. FreshDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliBrick and MortarAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessStore LocationPhilanthropyDept. PetDept. Toys & GamesDept. PharmacyDept. ApparelDept. BakeryDept. FuelMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Harrison leaves CVS after 19 years WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS vice president of merchandising for beauty and personal care Andrea Harrison has left the company for “a new opportunity,” she wrote on LinkedIn. After 19 years with CVS, “it was a bittersweet departure, with so many memories and so hard leaving an amazing team,” she wrote. “There are more people to […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read CVSDept. HBCHealth & WellnessShoppersPricing & PromotionsMerchandisingMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart adding 22 health clinics BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart said it will open 22 Walmart Health clinics this year, including 18 in Texas. With the additions, Walmart will operate more than 70 physician-staffed health clinics in five states by year’s end. The company plans to introduce the clinics to a sixth market, Arizona, in 2025. “Walmart Health remains focused on […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessWalmartDept. HBCCOVID19ExecutivesDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreDeliveryDept. PharmacyStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category After 25 Years, a Rebrand is Just the Beginning for Edible Twenty-five years ago, Tariq Farid saw some fruit displayed in a unique way at an event. He turned the idea into a business — and Edible Arrangements into a household name. But his daughter, Somia Farid Silber, who’s now the company’s President, isn’t coasting on the company’s past success — she’s too busy thinking about […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 8 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshBrick and MortarShoppersConsumersMarketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationDeliveryDept. BeverageCannabisStore LocationMarketing: Social MediaLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceHealth & WellnessDept. HBCPartnershipsDoorDashHoliday & EventsMerchandisingPepsiCoStart UpsPop UpsResults & InvestmentStore FormatStrategyTargetDept. NonfoodFood DeliveryCOVID19Ubereats 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Ranked: The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on Apple or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Revenue and profit are common measures for measuring the size of […] Visual Capitalist April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 2 min read AssociatesConsumersWalmartAmazonPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsInternationalDeliveryTargetHealth & WellnessHome DepotTechnology & InnovationKrogerDept. DairyDept. HBCRestaurantsDept. NonfoodGoogleOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshDept. Refrigerated 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces A Discussion of Sexual Wellness and Cosmetic Gynecology with Dr. Michael Reed STIMULATE, the pioneering force in sexual wellness, is thrilled to announce an exclusive 20-minute virtual fireside chat titled “Purpose to Pleasure,” featuring Dr. Michael Reed, also known as The Cosmetic Gyn, alongside STIMULATE founder Nicole Leinbach. Dr. Reed, a world-renowned leader in cosmetic and functional gynecology, is dedicated to destigmatizing sexual health and wellness […] Retail Minded April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessGoogleData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. HBCInternationalVendorsPepsiCoPartnershipsMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing JCPenney Aims to Give $500 Million Back to Customers with Revamped Rewards Program JCPenney is the latest retailer to reconfigure its rewards program with the debut of a simplified loyalty offering that nearly doubles the rate at which members earn rewards. With this enhanced earning potential, JCPenney estimates that it could return as much as half-a-billion dollars back to its customers in the form of rewards, said Katie […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersTargetRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceLowesCVSPricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. HBCExecutivesBrick and MortarMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Aesop opens Beverly Hills store, plans two additional openings in NYC The luxury beauty brand is expanding its physical reach amid a wave of consolidation in the beauty industry. RetailDive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Nominations open for Self-Care Marketing Awards WASHINGTON – The Health In Hand Foundation is now accepting nominations for its 2024 U.S. Self-Care Marketing Awards. Winners will be announced at the ninth annual Health In Hand Foundation Gala on Nov. 13 at The Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia. At this year’s Gala, the Health In Hand Foundation will present the 2024 U.S. Self-Care […] MMR April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 2 min read Health & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationConsumersMarketing: BrandKraftHeinzDept. HBCExecutivesDept. OTCInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Innovation Conference & Expo 2024: The Latest News on Sessions, Speakers & Experiences Are you ready to explore the evolved customer journey? The Retail TouchPoints team is reporting on all the news breaking before, during and after the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, taking place June 4-6, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. This year, we’ll hear senior-level executives’ perspectives on how customer experiences are evolving as content, […] Retail TouchPoints April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsConsumersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. PetMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaTrends: RetailShoppersIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreStrategyCustomer ExperienceOmnichannelAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainLowesESG and CSRData & InsightsMarketing: BroadcastHome DepotMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPodcastsCannabisDept. ApparelMetaverseTrends: TechCVSSustainabilityRegional GroceryBrick and MortarAlbertsons / SafewayAssociatesHealth & WellnessDept. HBCEconomyDeliveryThick DataFlagship StoresGoogleLegal & CriminalTrends: ConsumerMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStreamingBankruptcyResults & Investmentsocial commerceTrends: MarketingDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walgreens’ VillageMD names new president CHICAGO — VillageMD announced that Jim Murray has joined the organization as its president & chief operating officer (COO) effective April 1. In this role, Murray will lead operations across the entire VillageMD enterprise, including for its three key business units, Village Medical, Summit Health and CityMD. VillageMD is one of the largest providers of […] MMR April 12, 2024April 12, 2024 2 min read Health & WellnessWalgreensExecutivesDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Self-care industry represented at Capitol Hill briefing WASHINGTON – Representatives from the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA), Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, Haleon, Kenvue, and Bayer participated in a discussion this week hosted by U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (OH-05) to provide an analysis of the over-the-counter (OTC) Monograph Drug User Fee Program (OMUFA), how some OTCs come to market through the Rx-to-OTC-switch process, how […] MMR April 12, 2024April 12, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessConsumersGovernmentDept. HBCPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. OTCAssociatesResults & InvestmentDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Andrea Harrison leaves CVS WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS vice president of merchandising for beauty and personal care Andrea Harrison has left the company for “a new opportunity,” she wrote on LinkedIn. After 19 years with CVS, “it was a bittersweet departure with so many memories and so hard leaving an amazing team,” she wrote. “There are more people to […] MMR April 12, 2024April 12, 2024 < 1 min read CVSDept. HBCHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaShoppersPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Retail Buying and Merchandising Trends in 2024 In 2024, the landscape of buying and merchandising is witnessing significant transformations driven by evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and socio-economic shifts. Let’s dive into four key trends reshaping the retail industry this year. Embracing Sustainable Partnerships: Sustainability has transcended from a buzzword to a fundamental expectation among consumers. With an increasing awareness of environmental […] The Retail Bulletin April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingConsumersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. ApparelData & InsightsESG and CSRTrends: RetailInternational - UKStore LocationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and MortarPartnershipsHealth & WellnessAmazonDept. HBCMarketing: Social MediaMetaverseTargetEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces How Do Democrats and Republicans Feel About Certain U.S. Industries? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Industry Favorability, by Political Party This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Much and more has been written, in the last decade particularly, about the U.S. […] Visual Capitalist April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 3 min read GovernmentEconomyDept. FuelSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainData VisualizationDept. FreshPhilanthropyPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentInternational - North AmericaRestaurantsExecutivesData & InsightsHealth & WellnessStrategyDept. GroceryGoogleDept. Natural / OrganicDept. DairyDept. HBCDept. ApparelDept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterDept. RefrigeratedDept. Adult BevDeliveryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer CVS Health Identifies Closed-Loop Feedback as its Customer-Centricity Unlock Today’s consumers are asked to rate their experiences multiple times per day. You can hit a smiley face if the airport bathroom is clean and, if not, a frowny face. You’re encouraged to rate the service you received after ordering a product online, getting your car repaired or having your hair styled. At my local […] Retail TouchPoints April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 6 min read ConsumersCVSCustomer ExperienceShoppersAssociatesHealth & WellnessThick DataDept. HBCExecutivesData & InsightsPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionResults & InvestmentSustainabilityTech: Cashierless 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Video Forum: Mark Baum, FMI Mark Baum, senior vice president of industry relations and chief collaboration officer at FMI – The Food Industry Association, tells this week’s Video Forum about the ongoing drive to elevate the presence of supermarket operators and their suppliers in the household products, general merchandise, and health and beauty aids categories. He provides an update on […] MMR April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryDept. HBCHealth & WellnessExecutivesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Kentucky expands access to OTC medications with PSE WASHINGTON, D.C.) – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) released the below statement today following the adoption of Kentucky House Bill 386 into law, legislation that will eliminate the state’s annual purchase limit for common over-the-counter (OTC) cold and allergy medications containing the ingredient pseudoephedrine (PSE), which is currently the most restrictive yearly limit nationwide at 24 […] MMR April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 2 min read ConsumersDept. OTCDept. HBCGovernmentHealth & WellnessData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Serena Williams launches Wyn Beauty Along with its DTC site, the brand launched at 685 Ulta Beauty stores and on the retailer’s website. RetailDive April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Albertsons Simplifies Loyalty Program with Move to Single Points Currency Albertsons has joined the growing list of retailers revamping their loyalty programs. The supermarket chain will now use a single points currency for its “for U” program and give members two months to earn and redeem their points before they expire. Additionally, an automatic cash-off option that converts points into cash discounts at checkout will […] Retail TouchPoints April 5, 2024April 5, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTargetPredictions and ForecastsCVSMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsLowesShoppersOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: TradeDeliveryExecutivesDept. HBCBrick and MortarTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Rite Aid Offers OTC Birth Control Pill at All Locations Rite Aid has made Opill, the first daily oral contraceptive that’s been FDA-approved for purchase without a prescription, available chainwide. The progestin-only birth control pill has been designated safe and effective when used as directed to help prevent pregnancy. The pills are available for a suggested retail price of $19.99 for a one-month supply and […] Retail TouchPoints April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 < 1 min read Rite AidGovernmentDept. HBCHealth & WellnessWalgreensDept. OTCPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Social MediaCVSResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. Pharmacy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Innovation touches the green: the role of GPS in sports field precision Remember the days when field markers would walk tirelessly with cans of paint and strings to create the perfect pitch? Those times are transforming rapidly, thanks to technological advancements, especially GPS technology. Today, the chore of painting lines on sports fields has been taken over by something much more efficient and precise: the line marking robot. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationSustainabilityTech: RoboticsData & InsightsESG and CSREconomyWeatherDept. HBCHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsTrends: TechAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug CVS adds tuition assistance and scholarship programs WOONSOCKET, R.I. — To support the next generation of pharmacists, CVS Health announced two new offerings for pharmacy students: an enhanced PharmD tuition assistance program for eligible CVS Pharmacy interns and a new scholarship for students enrolled in pharmacy schools nationwide. The CVS Health PharmD tuition assistance program is available to all eligible CVS Pharmacy […] MMR April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 3 min read CVSDept. PharmacyHealth & WellnessData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesResults & InvestmentDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationConsumersInclusivityPartnershipsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Ulta shares fall as CEO warns beauty demand is slowing The beauty retailer Ulta’s CEO Dave Kimbell said sales are still growing, but at a slower-than-expected rate. CNBC April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC New concern about the beauty industry undeservedly knocks a portfolio stock. We’re buying the dip Negative comments from Ulta spread selling to other companies in the beauty space. CNBC April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights New Cannabis Dispensary Modeled on Customer-Friendly Supermarkets Retail TouchPoints April 3, 2024April 9, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsCannabisShoppersDept. HBCPackagingExecutivesConsumersDept. FreshMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesDeliveryDept. PharmacyDept. GroceryMarketing: BrandMars Inc.StrategyDept. DairyTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Kristen Wiig returns as ‘Target Lady’ in campaign MINNEAPOLIS – Target has has enlisted actress Kristen Wiig to reprise her role as the iconic Target Lady in a national advertising campaign to support its Target Circle Week promotion. Scheduled for April 7-13, the promotion promises twice the amount of savings compared to its fall iteration, according to the retailer, which says that this […] MMR April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 2 min read TargetReturnsDeliveryShoppersPricing & PromotionsExecutivesConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationDept. ApparelDept. HBCDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces McKesson launches Project Oasis IRVING, Texas – McKesson Corp. announced the launch of Project Oasis, a new initiative aimed at advancing health equity for at-risk populations in underserved communities. Led by McKesson’s Global Impact Organization and Community Pharmacy & Health, Project Oasis seeks to identify and address pharmacy deserts, particularly in urban areas where residents face significant challenges in accessing essential pharmacy […] MMR April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 2 min read Health & WellnessDept. PharmacyExecutivesPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Coca-Cola Sparks AI Transformation With $1.1B Microsoft Cloud Expansion Over the next five years, Coca-Cola will be focused on global productivity and innovation, adopting leading-edge tech with cloud and AI platforms as the foundation. Get the details. Written by Consumer Goods Technology April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Home Improvement Channel: Mass Channel: Restaurants CPG: Food Data & Insights Department: Food Department: HBC Department: Nonfood International Media & Marketing Operations & Supply Chain Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Ranked: The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on Apple or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Revenue and profit are common measures for measuring the size of […] Written by Visual Capitalist April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Retailer Media Data & Insights Walmart’s new combo will aid suppliers Walmart Luminate and Walmart Connect to become Walmart Luminate Insights Activation Written by Supermarket News April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Media & Marketing Technology & Innovation Amazon introduces shoppable, ad-supported channel to Prime Video, Freevee The channel leverages Amazon’s “shop the show” technology to enable viewers to easily purchase content seen on their TV screen via a mobile device. Written by MarketingDive April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Department: Nonfood ESG Operations & Supply Chain Asics creates a circular shoe, returns program The sporting goods company designed a shoe ready to undergo recycling at the end of its use. Written by RetailDive April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked