Technology & Innovation What’s next for Instacart as CEO Fidji Simo announces decision to join OpenAI as head of applications? Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is departing the grocery technology company to join OpenAI as its Chief of Applications. In an email to employees, she said: “Let me start by saying this was an incredibly hard decision because I love this company. We are operating incredibly well as our last earnings results have shown. Our strategy […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIInstacartDeliveryExecutivesAcquisitionData & InsightsChatGPTMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainTech: CashierlessStrategyDoorDashOmnichannelFood DeliveryTescoTrends: TechPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentInternational - UKInclusivityTwitterMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCOVID19Brick and MortarAmazonAssociatesWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Alquist wraps Walmart Alabama Supercenter expansion project as it taps 3D construction technology Walmart and Alquist have announced the completion of a second 3D Concrete Print (3DCP) project at the US retail giant’s Owens Cross Roads, Ala., Supercenter. In Alabama, the five-person Alquist team, utilising two 3DCP systems, printed the 16 foot high walls on the Pickup expansion in 75 hours during seven operational days, which, the company […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationWalmartData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaTescoGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesOmnichannelReturnsSustainabilityTech: CashierlessBrick and MortarUnileverTwitterTrends: TechMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - UKInclusivityCOVID19DeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Black audiences are a blockbuster hit Black Americans are 65% more likely to head to the movies during opening weekend, according to Nielsen Scarborough. But multiply that with a near insatiable demand to have the identities, cultures, aspirations and experiences of the Black community represented through media? Now that’s a blockbuster strategy. The recent record-breaking release of Sinners, the new original […] Nielsen May 8, 2025May 8, 2025 3 min read Insight ProvidersBig DataData & InsightsStreamingInclusivityMarketing: Digital MediaData VisualizationStrategyPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentConsumersTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Swedish retail giant H&M Group takes minority stake in fashion focused e-commerce platform Centra Centra has announced an investment from H&M Group. The exact amount involved, which gives H&M Group a minority stake in Centra, was not disclosed in a press release, although media reports put it at SEK 50 million. The cash will be used for research and development, as well as to scale up in Europe and […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationDept. ApparelData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentTescoTech: CashierlessOmnichannelInternational - UKConsumersInclusivityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTwitterExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsPress ReleaseDeliveryCOVID19Trends: TechBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Asda taps LiveRamp data collaboration platform as grocery giant expands retail media proposition Following the launch of LS Eleven Media Services’ latest retail media proposition, Asda Access, in January this year, this has now been extended to include offsite (Meta), onsite (Asda.com) and D2C owned channels including email marketing and Asda Rewards. LS Eleven Media Services has selected LiveRamp as its data collaboration partner to bring Asda Access […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 7, 2025May 7, 2025 3 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Retail MediaShoppersMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelTech: CashierlessTescoInternational - UKESG and CSRMeta (Facebook)Trends: TechOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsResults & InvestmentStrategyMarketing: In StoreBig DataBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTwitterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodConsumersCOVID19DeliveryDept. FreshInclusivityDept. PerimeterAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Nike Reorganizes Leadership Structure, Names New President Nike has made significant structural and personnel changes at the top of its organization. The footwear company’s Consumer, Product and Brand leadership, formerly under the direction of President Heidi O’Neill, will now be divided into three distinct areas: Consumer and Sport, Marketing, and Product Creation, inclusive of Innovation and Design. All these roles will report […] Retail TouchPoints May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 2 min read Dept. ApparelExecutivesTechnology & InnovationGovernmentConsumersMarketing: Social MediaCompetitionInclusivityStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Carrefour Belgium gears up to deploy StrongPoint Order Picking solution for fulfilment of e-commerce orders Carrefour Belgium has picked StrongPoint’s Order Picking solution for in-store fulfilment. Deployment is expected to begin and be completed in 2025. “We chose StrongPoint’s solution to fulfill our scheduled home delivery orders because their order picking system is responding very well to our needs when it comes to in-store grocery order picking. It’s purpose built for handling […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryMarketing: In StoreOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainTescoTech: CashierlessCOVID19Trends: TechInclusivityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - UKExecutivesTwitterBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Top 10 Companies in Single-Cell Genomics Single-cell analysis is revolutionizing our understanding of cellular diversity and disease mechanisms. Researchers uncover critical insights in genomics, oncology, and immunology by studying individual cells, essential for developing personalized medicine and targeted therapies. Integrating advanced technologies like AI and machine learning accelerates this field’s growth, driven by innovative companies leading the charge. BCC Research May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 < 1 min read AITechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationInclusivityData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables JCPenney Launches Plus-Size Apparel Line with Supermodel Ashley Graham JCPenney has partnered with plus-size supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham to create a namesake collection for full-figured women that is scheduled to launch this fall. The retailer has consistently offered products designed for a range of body types, andall of its private label brands are offered in extended sizes. Graham, who made history as the […] Retail TouchPoints April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 2 min read Dept. ApparelBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaInclusivityRecommerceOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: BroadcastExecutivesOwned Brands (Private Label)Meta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Digimarc suports Unilever for major global deployment of 2D barcodes in consumer packaged goods industry Digimarc is laying claim to one of the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry’s largest global implementations of GS1 Digital Link enabled 2D barcodes with Unilever. The roll-out looks to put Unilever at the forefront of the retail industry’s preparation for Sunrise 2027, when 2D barcodes become standard at Point of Sale worldwide. It will also […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIUnileverData & InsightsConsumersMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsTech: CashierlessGovernmentMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTescoPackagingOmnichannelBrick and MortarTrends: RetailShoppersOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesTrends: TechTwitterDeliveryInternational - UKESG and CSRCOVID19Inclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How to Track Visibility in GenAI Platforms How can brands evaluate their inclusion in genAI answers? Three tools are attempting to fill that need. The post How to Track Visibility in GenAI Platforms appeared first on Practical Ecommerce. Practical Ecommerce April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 < 1 min read Data & InsightsDept. NonfoodInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Measuring the Digital Economy: Advertising, Content, Commerce, and Innovation New IAB Research: The Digital Economy Surges to $4.9 Trillion, Supporting 28.4 Million Jobs Nationwide Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) is proud to release the fifth edition of its long-running economic research series, Measuring the Digital Economy: Advertising, Content, Commerce, and Innovation. This landmark report—published about every four years—offers a comprehensive view of how the internet […] IAB April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 2 min read EconomyTechnology & InnovationAssociatesPricing & PromotionsData & InsightsGovernmentInclusivityPredictions and ForecastsPress Release 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation British beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury steps into gaming space with Genshin Impact launch Today marks the launch of Charlotte Tilbury’s first ever gaming collaboration, via a Genshin Impact tie up. In a LinkedIn post, Kelsey Christou, Senior Gaming Projects Manager, said: “Many of you know my love for gaming, makeup and all things beauty so it’s been incredibly exciting to work on this project and I am so […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationGamingData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaInternational - UKDept. HBCTech: CashierlessTescoOmnichannelCOVID19Trends: TechMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainTwitterInclusivityDeliveryBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Morrisons deploys Point of Sale solutions powered by NCR Voyix Commerce Platform UK grocery giant Morrisons has selected NCR Voyix to provide its stores with PoS solutions powered by the NCR Voyix Commerce Platform. It is expanding an existing partnership by rolling out this new technology at over 13,000 checkout lanes across nearly 500 stores in a five-year contract. As part of the deal, Morrisons’ refreshed software-as-a-service […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 29, 2025April 29, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaInternational - UKShoppersTescoOmnichannelTech: CashierlessCOVID19Trends: TechTech: RoboticsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInclusivityGovernmentTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Morrisons becomes first UK retailer to deploy Simbe Tally robot as select stores trial the technology In a UK first, Morrisons is testing out Simbe’s Tally in-store shelf scanning robot. Thanks to Toby Pickard, Retail Futures Senior Partner at IGD, and a member of the judging panels for the RTIH AI in Retail Awards and 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, for bringing this to our attention. In a LinkedIn post, he said: […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 28, 2025April 28, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - UKBrick and MortarData & InsightsTech: RoboticsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesDept. NonfoodOmnichannelTescoTech: CashierlessDept. PetMarketing: In StoreDept. GroceryShoppersTrends: TechCOVID19DeliveryExecutivesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainInclusivityTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Corporate sponsors are backing away from LGBTQ+ Pride organizations Companies that were once loud and proud in sponsoring LGBTQ+ community celebrations are pulling back their funds amid an uncertain time for Pride organizations. CNBC April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 < 1 min read Inclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Zippin hails launch frenzy with 15 stores live in 10 weeks as Walk-up at Capital One Arena goes live Autonomous stores specialist Zippin reports that it has launched 15 locations over a 10 week period. In a LinkedIn post, Krishna Motukuri, Co-founder at Zippin, said: “Some of these were expansions in venues we already had Zippin stores, and some were in new venues. Some were indoors, some were outdoors. Many were Walk-ups or Lanes, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationBrick and MortarData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentTrends: TechDept. BeverageOmnichannelDeliveryTescoTech: CashierlessOperations & Supply ChainInclusivityCOVID19Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInternational - UKDept. GroceryTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Industry first as Tesco partners with GS1 UK to test out QR codes in place of traditional barcodes in select stores As part of an expanded pilot, Tesco is trialling QR codes powered by GS1 in a small number of stores. This replaces traditional barcodes on 12 own brand meat and produce lines in a small number of locations across southern England. Developed in collaboration with GS1 UK and ten supplier partners, the initiative is primarily […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 2 min read TescoTechnology & InnovationInternational - UKData & InsightsBrick and MortarSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelTech: CashierlessShoppersDept. FreshCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: TechOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. PerimeterConsumersMerchandisingCOVID19InclusivityDeliveryTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Tuesday Eye-Openers With brief, occasional, italicized and sometimes gratuitous commentary… • HHS To Ban Synthetic Food Dyes in Food By End of 2026 From the New York Times: “In his first attempt to significantly change the nation’s food supply, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health secretary, will direct food manufacturers to phase out eight petroleum-based food dyes […] MorningNewsBeat April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 7 min read Technology & InnovationGovernmentAIDept. GroceryEconomyResults & InvestmentTargetInternationalWalgreensShoppersData & InsightsHealth & WellnessInclusivityPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryExecutivesLegal & CriminalPepsiCoInternational - North AmericaKraftHeinzReturnsWeatherVendorsSpartanNashMeijerDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarInsight ProvidersGeneral MillsAssociatesKellogg'sDept. PharmacyStore LocationBig DataConsumersDept. BeverageDept. FreshStrategyPackagingHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Big step forward for Shopify and OpenAI developed ChatGTP as the pair enter into retail partnership OpenAI is gearing up to add an online shopping experience to ChatGPT via an integration with Shopify. New code strings in ChatGPT’s public web bundle, “buy_now”, price and shipping fields, product-offer ratings, and “shopify_checkout_url”, indicate that OpenAI is wiring a native purchase flow into the assistant. The snippet suggests a hand off to Shopify’s hosted […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationChatGPTAIShopifyVendorsOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsConsumersMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryOmnichannelTescoTech: CashierlessInstacartMarketing: UGCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOwned Brands (Private Label)RestaurantsTwitterShoppersCOVID19Trends: TechInternational - UKAmazonBrick and MortarUbereatsInclusivityDoorDashExecutivesFood DeliveryPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Convenience retailer SPAR live with Bitcoin payments over Lightning Network in Switzerland store Bitcoin payments are now accepted at SPAR stores in Switzerland, starting with Zug. Customers can scan a QR code at the register, and complete their payment using Bitcoin over the Lightning Network – with fees said to be as low as $0.04. This has gone live on BTC Map, a community driven project highlighting stores […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAICryptoMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarTwitterOmnichannelTescoTech: CashierlessConsumersDeliveryTrends: TechInclusivityInternational - UKMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: ShopperThick DataCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainStore LocationDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Circle K announces roll out of Quorso Intelligent Management Platform across its European stores Circle K is deploying Quorso Intelligent Management Platform technology across 12 European countries in 11 different languages. “We are thrilled to be collaborating with Circle K to bring simpler, more effective operations to their teams,” says Julian Mills, CEO at Quorso. “Our partnership with them has broadened our ability to work on an international scale […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 21, 2025April 21, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelShoppersInternationalTescoTech: CashierlessTrends: TechTargetStrategyInternational - UKMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCOVID19DeliveryInclusivityExecutivesTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Ocado CEO Tim Steiner slips into hot seat at online retailer’s technology division Ocado Solutions Ocado Group reports that CEO Tim Steiner will temporarily lead Ocado Solutions, the company’s technology sub-unit. The move comes as current boss, John Martin, steps down after 18 months in the role, having taken over in 2023 from Luke Jensen. James Matthews, the current CEO at Ocado Technology, will also become Deputy CEO of the […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 4 min read OcadoTechnology & InnovationExecutivesKrogerData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainInternational - UKAmazonTech: RoboticsTech: CashierlessMarketing: In StoreShoppersTescoMergersOmnichannelPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryStore LocationStrategyMarketing: Social MediaCOVID19Trends: TechMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInclusivityAssociatesBrick and MortarDeliveryWalmartAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Target CEO, Rev. Al Sharpton to meet following DEI changes The civil rights activist said he is mulling a boycott of the mass merchant, which scaled back its diversity programs in January. RetailDive April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 < 1 min read TargetExecutivesInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Parcel lockers big hitter InPost lays claim to a bold leap forward in the UK market as it buys Yodel Polish parcel locker company InPost has announced the acquisition of Yodel, a UK-based parcel delivery firm. It will buy 95.5% of Yodel parent Judge Logistics’ share capital, with PayPoint retaining a minority stake of 4.5%. The deal will see InPost UK’s market share increase to about 8%, with 10,000 automated parcel machines and more than […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 17, 2025April 17, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationInternational - UKAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaInternationalExecutivesOmnichannelTescoTech: CashierlessStore LocationResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: TechInclusivityHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicCOVID19Brick and MortarAssociatesAmazonStrategyTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Pharmacy chain Dr. Max teams with VusionGroup for store digitalisation push across Europe VusionGroup has announced a new roll-out with Dr. Max, a pharmacy chain, to deploy its solutions throughout stores across Europe. Dr. Max says it has made the move to digitalise its locations and create a connected store experience for both associates and customers. “VusionGroup’s innovative solutions help us simplify and modernise how our pharmacies operate […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationDept. PharmacyData & InsightsBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaShoppersTescoTech: CashierlessOmnichannelAssociatesDept. NonfoodInclusivityDept. GroceryDept. FreshInternational - UKCOVID19TwitterMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainPackagingPredictions and ForecastsTargetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: TechDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Fast food firm Smalls Sliders taps Bikky customer data and analytics platform to support growth plans Smalls Sliders has adopted Bikky’s customer data and analytics platform as it scales across the USA. “They’re getting a platform that will help them level up how they serve their guests while continuing scaling across the country,” says Abhinav Kapur, Founder at Bikky. “They’re seeing this first hand, using the platform to coach franchisees on […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 3 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationShoppersDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaStore LocationConsumersTescoTech: CashierlessOmnichannelBrick and MortarTrends: TechRestaurantsOperations & Supply ChainInternational - UKTwitterMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreInclusivityExecutivesDeliveryCOVID19Associates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club Costco Beating Target At Value/Values Game. From Fast Company: “For years, Target wore the halo among big-box retail brands: It may not have been the cheapest, but Tar-zhay offered solid value, often through collaborations with top designers, while enjoying a forward-looking and enlightened reputation. But it’s become increasingly clear that for many shoppers, the halo has been passed – to Costco. […] MorningNewsBeat April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 2 min read CostcoTargetInclusivityGovernmentConsumersShoppersDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Laura Mollard departs grocery giant Asda after working on major Future transformation programme Laura Mollard has left Asda after playing a part in the retailer’s journey towards IT autonomy. Over the past two and a half years, she has held the position of Senior Information Technology Project Manager, having joined from Co-op where she served as Senior Technology Delivery Manager. Earlier this year, Asda was granted an extension […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 3 min read Technology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaInsight ProvidersDept. GroceryTech: CashierlessWalmartDeliveryOmnichannelTescoVendorsTwitterTrends: TechMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTargetCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainInternational - UKInclusivityExecutivesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Building Tomorrow’s Retail IT: Strategies for 2025 and Beyond For 2025 and beyond, the emphasis on change in strategy to ensure a healthy consumer base for UK retailers is, unsurprisingly, requiring retail leaders to invest more in digital retail than ever before. Retail sales, adjusted for the inclusion of Black Friday, fell by 0.3% month-on-month in December, as reported by the ONS (Office for […] Retail TouchPoints April 11, 2025April 11, 2025 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIStrategyOperations & Supply ChainShoppersData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsCustomer ExperienceDept. NonfoodInternational - UKConsumersMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesSustainabilityMarketing: In StoreInclusivityLegal & CriminalStore LocationHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Charted: How Do U.S. Universities Make Their Money? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Charted: How Are American Universities Funded? 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. Key Takeaways More than half of American public college and […] Written by Visual Capitalist May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Week in Review: Instacart CEO heads to OpenAI Welcome back to Week in Review! We’ve got lots of news for you this week: There were CEO shake-ups at Instacart and 11x; the web series is back — kind of; Threads is getting video ads; and much more. Let’s get to it! Big move: Instacart CEO Fidji Simo will become OpenAI’s CEO for Applications, […] Written by TechCrunch May 11, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose Media & Marketing Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats What’s next for Instacart as CEO Fidji Simo announces decision to join OpenAI as head of applications? Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is departing the grocery technology company to join OpenAI as its Chief of Applications. In an email to employees, she said: “Let me start by saying this was an incredibly hard decision because I love this company. We are operating incredibly well as our last earnings results have shown. Our strategy […] Written by Retail Technology Innovation Hub May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Personalized Disruption: Grocery’s Secret to Breaking Old Habits There’s no shortage of talk about technology that’s going to redefine, dominate, or transform retail this year. Much of this language boils down to marketing speech, and often, true industry disruption fails to materialize. There is no shortage of tech hyperbole in retail. But then there’s the occasional exception — a technology that genuinely does […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Department: Nonfood Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events Operations & Supply Chain State of the Consumer Report [Week of May 9] Timely insights on consumer behavior, pricing, and retail trends This weekly snapshot highlights the most relevant signals shaping where and how consumers are spending—from e-commerce and inflation shifts to essential vs. discretionary demand. What you’ll get from this week’s report: Cross-border e-commerce slowdown: Learn how tariff pressures are reshaping sales trends […] Written by Yipitdata May 10, 2025May 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked