Data & Insights The Estée Lauder Companies and Microsoft look to reimagine the beauty industry with generative AI tools The Estée Lauder Companies and Microsoft Corp. have announced the creation of an AI Innovation Lab as an expansion of their global strategic relationship. Leveraging generative AI capabilities in Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI Service, the companies will work together to develop solutions for ELC’s more than 20 prestige beauty brands with the aim of creating closer […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsConsumersDept. HBCDept. NonfoodPartnershipsInternational - UKChatGPTExecutivesInclusivityMarketing: VoicePredictions and ForecastsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Nurturing future leaders: Celebrating the graduates of Nielsen’s Diverse Leadership Network program Nielsen’s 2024 Diverse Leadership Network graduates strike the #inspireinclusion pose for International Women’s Day Nielsen is focused on creating a better media future for all people, and that starts inside our own company, with our people. One of our leadership development programs is the Diverse Leadership Network (DLN). Through the DLN, we are investing in […] Nielsen April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 2 min read Insight ProvidersBig DataPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityInternationalExecutivesAssociatesSustainabilityTrends: MarketingData & InsightsDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? 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. Come tax season, a common refrain is: “what do my taxes even […] Visual Capitalist April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read GovernmentData & InsightsHealth & WellnessEconomyESG and CSRAssociatesData VisualizationResults & InvestmentSustainabilityGoogleInclusivityPredictions and ForecastsDept. FuelTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Why California Restaurants Can Rest Easy: The Enduring Appeal of Dining Out The restaurant industry has been obsessing with the rise of the minimum wage in California. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® continues to insist that there are many more reasons the long-term outlook for the California restaurant sector is bright. So, here we go. In California, approximately 49.3% of households consist […] Grocerant Guru April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaDept. NonfoodSustainabilityHealth & WellnessDeliveryEconomyDept. FreshTwitterPackagingUnileverConsultingTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)InclusivityTrends: Food and BeverageAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Including Wonder, mmERCH, and Pandion: ten retail technology funding rounds you need to know about RTIH rounds up ten retail systems ventures who have recently secured significant investments in their businesses, including blockchain enabled Web3 fashion startups, customer journey management platforms, and computer vision and AI powered warehouse inventory monitoring solutions. 1. TheyDo Customer journey management platform, TheyDo, has secured an additional $34 million in a Series A+ funding round. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsResults & InvestmentData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersTwitterSustainabilityStart UpsDept. ApparelInternationalStore LocationDeliveryTech: RoboticsDept. GroceryAssociatesMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodExecutivesblockchainAmazonDept. FuelStrategyFood DeliveryCustomer ExperienceInclusivityCryptoGoogleMarketing: Retail MediaMeta (Facebook)UnileverEconomyAutonomous VehiclesConsumersPricing & PromotionsPress ReleaseWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation JLL Rolls Out Virtual ‘Shopping Bestie’ in 13 Centers JLL Retail Property Management has introduced a new virtual shopper agent named Cindy, designed to make the online experience more relevant and engaging at 13 of its shopping centers across the U.S. In addition to spotlighting the center’s sales and deals, Cindy gives consumers details on the latest fashion trends, acting as their exclusive “shopping […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelESG and CSRConsumersDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. NonfoodInclusivityPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesAgencies 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
Channel: Restaurants Restaurants vs. Grocery Stores: The Battle for the Plate Regular readers of this blog know that for decades, grocery stores reigned supreme as the go-to for meal preparation and home meal replacement. However, the evolving consumer has been migrating. Recent trends show a shift in consumer behavior, with restaurants steadily chipping away at the grocery sector’s market share. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant […] Grocerant Guru April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsConsumersBrick and MortarDept. GroceryData & InsightsDeliveryDept. FreshStrategyPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDept. PerimeterTechnology & InnovationDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessInclusivityNestlePricing & PromotionsTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Social Responsibility: What Retailers Need to Know Corporate social responsibility (CSR), once a differentiator for brands, is now the norm. Today’s consumers expect those they do business with, including retailers, will have positive impacts on the world. In fact, Gen Z consumers are three times as likely to say that the “purpose of business is to serve communities and society” rather than […] TotalRetail April 17, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read ConsumersESG and CSRInclusivitySustainabilityShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsGovernmentAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsDept. ApparelConsultingCOVID19Dept. FreshDeliveryDept. FrozenThick DataEconomyExecutivesMarketing: BrandResults & InvestmentStrategyDept. PerimeterAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food MADL teams up with Kellanova to support grassroots football Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity is kicking off a new partnership with grocery brand Kellanova to support grassroots and inclusive football teams across the UK. Through MADL’s Stronger Together initiative, Kellanova will be giving prizes to five teams, offering resources and equipment. Each… This story continues at MADL teams up with Kellanova to […] Talking Retail April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read Kellogg'sPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyPartnershipsInternational - UKInclusivity 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
Media & Marketing College basketball boosts U.S. cable viewing in March Seasonality plays a role in an overall television usage decline of 3% during the month Following seasonal viewing trends that typically begin in February, overall television usage in the U.S. dipped again in March. Despite declines across categories, cable and streaming saw their share of TV viewing increase in this month’s report of The GaugeTM […] Nielsen April 16, 2024April 16, 2024 4 min read StreamingMarketing: Digital MediaInsight ProvidersBig DataMarketing: BroadcastData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaHoliday & EventsMarketing: UGCConsumersDept. Toys & GamesAssociatesDept. NonfoodData VisualizationGamingWeatherInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors Spritzal Cookie Company: Seizing Every Opportunity for Growth with RangeMe Spritzal Cookie Company Co-Founder Taylor Elizabeth Walker leaves no stone unturned when it comes to growing her brand. Each morning at 8AM she’s on RangeMe checking out her profile insights to see what’s trending with buyers, and also seeing which retailers are conducting reviews in her category and what immediate retail opportunities are available. She’s […] RangeMe April 11, 2024April 11, 2024 < 1 min read VendorsMarketing: Social MediaInclusivityOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: UGCData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Dove pledges to not use AI models in lieu of real women in its advertising A new campaign, “The Code,” shows unrealistic standards produced by current AI tech and promotes guidelines for creating more inclusive results. MarketingDive April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIUnileverInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces NRF unveils 2024 Top 50 Global Retailers WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today announced the 2024 Top 50 Global Retailers. Conducted by Kantar, the 2024 list ranks international retailers, based on their operational performance as of the beginning of 2023. “In our increasingly interconnected global economy, retailers are continually expanding their international customer base,” NRF Executive Director of Research Mark Mathews said. […] MMR April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsInternationalData & InsightsShoppersInsight ProvidersResults & InvestmentWalmartAhold DelhaizeExecutivesTechnology & InnovationEconomyInclusivityAmazonCostcoAldiRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lego Will Make Stores ‘Sensory Inclusive’ to Increase Neurodivergent Accessibility To mark Autism Acceptance Month, all Lego stores in the U.S. and Canada will be certified as “sensory inclusive” by the nonprofit KultureCity in April. Associates will be trained to understand how sensory needs vary and how they can best help neurodivergent children and adults in the store. Additionally, sensory bags containing noise-reduction headphones, fidget […] Retail TouchPoints April 6, 2024April 6, 2024 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesBrick and MortarInclusivityMarketing: Social MediaWalmartRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesInternational - North AmericaShoppersHoliday & EventsSustainabilityDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights New Results from the Fall 2023 Edition of The CMO Survey AI bolsters marketing returns, weaker Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion investments and impact, and brand activism shifts to hot-button societal issues are among the results of the Fall 2023 edition. Results are based on a sample of 316 marketing leaders at for-profit U.S. companies, 96% of whom hold positions of VP-level or higher. Marketer Optimism Rises, […] 0 Author Missing April 5, 2024April 5, 2024 5 min read Thick DataExecutivesTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRShoppersData & InsightsCOVID19InclusivityReturnsMeta (Facebook)AcquisitionEconomyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: MobileResults & InvestmentStrategyTwitterTrends: MarketingAssociatesBig DataConsumersData VisualizationDept. NonfoodPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsMarketing: Digital Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers FullBeauty Brands acquires plus marketplace Dia & Co. Within the past year the company also purchased Eloquii and Cuup, expanding its portfolio of plus and size-inclusive labels. RetailDive April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 < 1 min read AcquisitionInclusivityPackaging 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
Trends & External Forces Walmart Health to expand to 70 clinics by end of 2024 BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart will open its first health clinic in Texas next month on the way to 70 across the U.S. by the end of the year according to an article in Forbes. Walmart, which has 48 Walmart Health centers in five states, said in the article it will add 22 new locations in 2024, […] MMR April 2, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read Health & WellnessWalmartPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationInclusivityExecutivesDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Prof G Markets: Trump’s Memestock Goes Public, the Problem with DEI, and Daniel Kahneman’s Legacy Scott and Ed break down Truth Social’s first couple days on the public market and question how Trump might cash out of his shares. Scott then takes a look at a report that reveals how ineffective corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs can be. Finally, Scott discusses the work of Daniel Kahneman, a Nobel Prize […] The Prof G Show April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaPodcastsMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRInclusivityTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose One Year Since Bud Light’s Marketing Blunder: What Did We Learn? Yes, hindsight is 20/20. As we reach the anniversary of Bud Light’s marketing blunder, we’ve taken a look back into what really happened to fuel the iconic brand’s crisis. In the year following Bud Light’s cancellation, the company faced material backlash from both the LGBTQ+ and conservative communities for their transgression of core brand values. […] Forrester April 1, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read InclusivityDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Corporate Purpose Why An Employee App Is A Total Game-Changer for Your Workforce You know how it goes – you’ve got these awesome employees that keep your company running smoothly. But are you doing everything you can to make their lives easier and keep them engaged with vivid desktop alerts? Well, let me tell you – an employee app is gonna be a total game-changer for your workplace. […] Retail Minded March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIAssociatesDept. NonfoodESG and CSRUnileverInclusivityExecutivesDept. FreshData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces In Evolving Industry Landscape, Changes in Big-Box Retail Tell a Fascinating Story At a time when the commercial real estate landscape is evolving with unprecedented speed, changes in big-box retail are an important storyline. Appreciating how and why big-box concepts have thrived in a post-pandemic environment, and understanding the logic behind decision making with regard to everything from store layouts to merchandising, is an important first step […] 0 Author Missing March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 3 min read ConsumersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsBOPISCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainWalmartStore LocationAmazonAssociatesMarketing: In StoreCostcoEconomyDept. NonfoodRestaurantsMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityInclusivityHoliday & EventsDept. Sporting goodsDept. HBCTargetTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC How Maesa’s Beauty Brands Are Cultivating Social Audiences While at Shoptalk in Las Vegas last week, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan spoke with Oshiya Savur, chief brand and marketing officer at Maesa, creator and manufacturer of exclusive beauty products sold through brands such as Kristin Ess, Hairitage by Mindy McKnight, Flower by Drew, among others. Savur provides an overview of the Maesa business, discusses her […] 0 Author Missing March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. HBCIndustry Conferences and EventsESG and CSRPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaInclusivityData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Driving Revenue in the Digital Age: Mastering Live-Selling Live-selling has emerged as a powerful tool within the social commerce realm, where it offers brands an opportunity to boost sales while establishing authentic connections with their audience. Last year, the livestream e-commerce market reached $31.7 billion, nearly triple its size in 2021. That market is expected to more than double by 2026 to $67.8 billion, […] TotalRetail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read ESG and CSRData & InsightsStreamingSustainabilitysocial commerceShoppersPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityConsultingPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Digital MediaDept. ApparelStrategyStore LocationDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaDept. Natural / OrganicDept. GroceryTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose McDonald’s, NielsenIQ team for Cultural Relevance ad-testing module The solution analyzes the role and effectiveness of cultural factors in content to help advertisers deliver more impactful and inclusive ads. MarketingDive March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Inclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) PLMA elects new board chair, directors NEW YORK — Kristal Sevcik, vice president of business development at AmeriQual Group LLC, has been elected chairperson of the board of directors of PLMA, the trade association for the global store brands industry. Sevcik, who most recently served as first vice chairperson, was chosen on March 21 at PLMA’s 2024 annual meeting and leadership donference […] MMR March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryExecutivesInternationalNestleInclusivityDept. PetDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Worldpay 2024 Global Payments Report: Covid pandemic drives ‘monumental’ rise in digital wallets adoption The UK is entering a golden era of payments driven by a digital wallet boom, according to Worldpay’s Global Payments Report 2024. The report, which provides analysis of the payments landscape across 40 countries, indicates that by 2027, digital wallets are expected to comprise half of all e-commerce spend in the UK, worth £203.5 billion. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 24, 2024March 24, 2024 3 min read Predictions and ForecastsConsumersInternational - UKCOVID19Marketing: Social MediaTwitterTechnology & InnovationShoppersGovernmentData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceESG and CSRInclusivityMarketing: In StoreTrends: FinancePartnershipsResults & InvestmentStrategyBNPL 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Super Sunday delivers a record day of TV viewing Total TV usage dipped in February; streaming usage climbed to 37.7% of TV In seasonal fashion, TV usage declined in February following the end of the NFL playoffs. While Super Bowl LVIII was a standout that attracted 123.7 million viewers, the 6.4% dip in viewership for the month was considerably larger than it was in […] Nielsen March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 4 min read StreamingMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Digital MediaInsight ProvidersBig DataData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: UGCGamingConsumersInclusivityGovernmentDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Target’s April 2024 Circle Sale was its largest by sales lift Track General Merchandise spending free Access chart in Dash. Target’s April Circle Sale generated 7% more sales than the weekly average in the previous 4 weeks according to Earnest credit card data. This represents a 2 point acceleration in the Circle Sale’s contribution to Target’s topline compared to Target’s October sale. Target Circle is a […] Written by Earnest Research April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats TikTok Shop customers spend more at lower ticket apparel retailers Download full TikTok Shop report Access TikTok and Panel data in Dash. TikTok Shop customers spent 26% of their apparel wallet on Off-Price Department Stores and 11% on Fast Fashion in the 12-months ended February 2024, compared to 24% and 7% for the average shopper. Conversely, TikTok Shop users spent less than their peers at […] Written by Earnest Research April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? 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. Come tax season, a common refrain is: “what do my taxes even […] Written by Visual Capitalist April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Technology & Innovation AI boosts innovation in ingredient selection, formulation AI could minimize the traditional trial-and-error approach in product development. Written by Supermarket Perimeter April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 Google announces it’s delaying its self-imposed deadline to deprecate third-party cookies on Chrome for the third time. The post Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 appeared first on AdExchanger. Written by AdExchanger April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked