Channel: Delivery Instacart Lays Off 250 in Move to Streamline and Focus on Growing Retail Media Business Instacart has laid off 250 employees in a move to “reshape” the newly public company, as it looks to “focus on our most promising initiatives and execute more efficiently to a flatter organization,” said CEO Fidji Simo on a call detailing the grocery tech company’s Q4 and full year 2023 results. Simo also shared that […] Retail TouchPoints February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 3 min read InstacartDeliveryMarketing: Retail MediaExecutivesResults & InvestmentPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaDoorDashStart UpsFood DeliveryAssociatesHy-VeeRegional GroceryGoogleTechnology & InnovationShoppersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreUbereatsData & InsightsAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Cuts 250 Jobs as Stock Falls Instacart, the grocery delivery retailer, made a new move on Tuesday, slashing about 250 jobs, which amounts to approximately 7% of its workforce. RetailWire February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart reports strong Q4, highlights investments in customer incentives The company says it has overhauled its discount and promotion strategy to help reactivate existing users and attract new ones. Grocery Dive February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartShoppersDeliveryStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Cuts Jobs, Reorganizes Leadership The Information reports that “Instacart said on Tuesday that it is cutting 250 jobs, or 7% of its workforce, and disclosed three top executives resigned. The grocery delivery app unveiled news of the restructuring alongside a 6% increase in revenue to $806 million for the fourth quarter … Instacart said it handled 70.1 million orders, […] MorningNewsBeat February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryShoppersExecutivesTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastGoogleAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart Looks To Buy TV Maker To Bolster Ad Business The Wall Street Journal reports that “Walmart is shopping in the TV aisle to help grow its advertising business. The retail giant is in talks to buy smart television-manufacturer Vizio for more than $2 billion, according to people familiar with the situation. The move would give Walmart more places where it can sell ads and pitch […] MorningNewsBeat February 14, 2024February 15, 2024 2 min read WalmartMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Retail MediaAmazonShoppersData & InsightsMeta (Facebook)CompetitionInstacartBest BuyPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarKrogerGoogleConsumersDeliveryEconomyExecutivesWalmart Connect 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart to lay off 250 workers, part ways with 3 execs The layoffs are part of a restructuring program that will help “flatten the organization” to focus on core initiatives, CEO Fidji Simo said in a letter to shareholders. Grocery Dive February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartExecutivesDeliveryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart cuts 250 jobs, COO departs The company’s stock dropped about 5% in after-hours trading, following Q4 earnings 0 Author Missing February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartExecutivesDeliveryResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Decoding the Algorithms of Amazon: Understanding How Consumer Demand Impacts Ecommerce It’s hard to remember, but before the roads were filled with Amazon trucks delivering our packages in two days or less, we used to drive to the store to shop for what we needed. Brick-and-mortar stores teamed up with brands to determine the optimal placement and positioning of products to entice consumers and their wallets. […] Retail TouchPoints February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersData & InsightsAmazonOperations & Supply ChainIndustry Conferences and EventsStrategyShoppersPredictions and ForecastsInstacartMerchandisingGoogleDeliveryWalmartMarketing: Social MediaOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: UGCUnileverBrick and MortarThick DataSustainabilityPartnershipsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: In StoreEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Jason & Scot Show Episode 317 Amazon Q4 and 2023 Results A weekly podcast with the latest e-commerce news and events. Episode 317 is deep dive into Amazons Q4 2023 results. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Podcast RSS SoundCloud TuneIn iHeartRadio Google Play Music Overcast Pocket Casts Facebook ????? Episode Summary: In this episode, Jason Goldberg and Scot Wingo dive deep into Amazon’s fourth-quarter results […] RetailGeek February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIAmazonIndustry Conferences and EventsWalmartPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaGoogleMeta (Facebook)Results & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodDeliveryCOVID19TargetDept. FuelEconomyChatGPTShoppersMarketing: BroadcastStreamingDept. FreshBrick and MortarConsumersInstacartAutonomous VehiclesTwitterDept. BeveragePartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. Adult BevHoliday & EventsDept. Pet 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize USA Jumps Into Bed With DoorDash Ahold Delhaize USA yesterday announced “a new agreement with local commerce platform DoorDash to make an additional on-demand grocery delivery marketplace available to customers at each of its local omnichannel brands – Food Lion, Hannaford, Giant Food, The GIANT Company and Stop & Shop. Delivery from DoorDash is expected to be available to customers of […] MorningNewsBeat February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeFood DeliveryDoorDashRegional GroceryShoppersPartnershipsOmnichannelConsumersDept. GroceryDeliveryBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationInstacartExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsFreshDirectOwned Brands (Private Label)Restaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart, DoorDash and Uber up their grocery ante Uber’s grocery and retail vertical generated $7 billion in annualized gross bookings in its fourth quarter, while Ahold Delhaize’s U.S. banners are linking with DoorDash. Grocery Dive February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartFood DeliveryDoorDashDeliveryAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart makes over a dozen grocers SNAP eligible for online orders Expansion broadens the delivery service’s reach to 96% of SNAP households 0 Author Missing February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart partners with feds to promote food as medicine The partnership builds on the company’s Instacart Health Initiative Supermarket News February 4, 2024February 4, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartPartnershipsDeliveryDept. GroceryHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery 5 things: When Instacart food photos go wrong Here’s 5 things you may have missed in grocery 0 Author Missing February 3, 2024February 3, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDept. GroceryDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart ramps up food-as-medicine efforts The grocery technology company recently started working with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and partnered with several higher-ed institutions. Dive Brief: Instacart announced Wednesday a new public-private partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that aims to find opportunities to support food-as-medicine programs, research, outreach and policy priorities that improve health outcomes and […] Grocery Dive February 1, 2024February 6, 2024 3 min read InstacartDept. GroceryDeliveryTechnology & InnovationHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Suit alleges that Instacart misled investors ahead of IPO The complaint claims that investors lost money by buying the company’s stock in its first days of trading because it overstated its prospects and downplayed risks it faces. Grocery Dive January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartStart UpsResults & InvestmentDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart partners with universities on food as medicine research It focuses on topics like nutrition security, cardiovascular disease, and other topics Supermarket News January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsDept. GroceryDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart pilots ads on its AI-powered smart carts The digital ads will be tested at Bristol Farms supermarkets and will soon be launched at Fairway Market, Geissler’s, ShopRite, and Sobeys 0 Author Missing January 28, 2024January 28, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationAIDeliveryRegional GroceryWakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation 5 Key Retail Trends to Look for in 2024 With all the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence in the retail industry, it’s no surprise that its embrace is one of the top trends as the industry begins 2024. The rapid growth of AI, machine learning and predictive technologies is opening up new worlds of opportunities. However, AI isn’t the only key trend in retail. Here […] Kristin Howell January 24, 2024January 24, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsRecommerceShoppersESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainTrends: RetailData & InsightsConsumerssocial commerceInsight ProvidersMerchandisingStrategyReturnsInstacartUnileverPartnershipsPop UpsTikTokTrends: ConsumerDeliveryTrends: TechMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodDept. FreshDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital How Instacart plans to gamify omnichannel shopping The company envisions its smart cart users earning rewards the way players do in the popular game Pokémon Go, a vice president said. Grocery Dive January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 < 1 min read OmnichannelInstacartDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Will Instacart be acquired by Uber Eats? Analyst suggests company could be a target for Uber Eats Supermarket News January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartUbereatsDeliveryTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights CES 2024 Recap – Retail Media Rules Sri & PVSB recap the highlights of their tip to Las Vegas for CES 2024. This episode is sponsored by Cornell University’s Johnson School of Business “Omnichannel Leadership Program” being held June 13-15 at Cornell Tech in New York City. Learn more about the program here: http://tinyurl.com/cornellomni Topics they cover include: CES established as THE […] The CPG Guys January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Retail MediaIndustry Conferences and EventsPredictions and ForecastsInstacartPodcastsPartnershipsOmnichannelInclusivityStreamingWalmartBig DataConsumersDeliveryInsight ProvidersMarketing: Digital MediaSponsoredMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodKrogerMarketing: BroadcastData & InsightsAssociatesGoogleDept. Fuel84.51 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon, Instacart Get Low Marks At CES The Associated Press decided to look around to see what products were getting panned at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, and it ended up that Amazon and Instacart were among the companies mentioned. • The AP points to one of the criticisms was of Amazon’s partnership with BMW, which will put the […] MorningNewsBeat January 12, 2024February 2, 2024 2 min read InstacartAmazonIndustry Conferences and EventsDeliveryTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: VoiceShoppersConsumersMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodExecutivesDept. Consumer ElectronicsChatGPTDept. Frozen 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Retail Media: Everything You Need to Know For several years now the term “retail media” has been buzzing around both retail and media circles. Whether you’re looking for a deeper understanding of the implications and applications of retail media or need a down-and-dirty explainer on what retail media actually is, you’ve landed in the right place. This special Retail TouchPoints resource hub […] Retail TouchPoints January 12, 2024January 12, 2024 14 min read Marketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsData & InsightsInstacartConsumersMarketing: Social MediaAmazonMarketing: BroadcastWalmartDeliveryESG and CSRKrogerMarketing: In StoreTargetBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationShoppersPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryHy-VeeResults & InvestmentDollar GeneralLowesSustainability84.51StreamingRoundelWalmart ConnectMetaverseAlbertsons / SafewaySams ClubGamingDrizlyOmnichannelSponsoredWalgreensConsultingMarketing: OOHAgenciesPricing & PromotionsMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesCVSCustomer ExperienceInsight ProvidersBest BuyTikTokMarketing: Digital MediaDept. FuelDept. NonfoodGoogleTrends: TechStrategyHome Depotsocial commerceJ&JStore LocationInternational - UKMarketing: BrandMarketing: ShopperMarketing: UGCOperations & Supply ChainPackagingAlimentation Couche-TardTrends: MarketingUnileverCircle KBig DataCryptoCostcoBJ’s Wholesale ClubMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Google Ads now available to Instacart CPG partners The collaboration layers Instacart’s retail media data over the Google Ads to signal shopping activity for its CPG partners Supermarket News January 11, 2024January 16, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartPartnershipsGoogleDeliveryMarketing: Retail MediaData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Enables Off-Site Shopping Ads in New Partnership with Google Google Shopping ads are now accessible to Instacart’s advertising partners, which can leverage Instacart’s retail media data. This means that CPG advertisers that work with Instacart can now activate Google Shopping ads powered by Instacart’s first-party data and closed-loop insights to reach consumers searching for products on Google. Instacart offers insights on consumer shopping behavior […] Retail TouchPoints January 10, 2024January 16, 2024 2 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsGoogleMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersData & InsightsKraftHeinzDanoneShoppersMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityExecutivesHealth & WellnessMarketing: PrintMarketing: TradeOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart seeks off-site retail media scale with Google Shopping ads pact Dive Brief Danone and Kraft Heinz are among the CPG brands taking advantage of a partnership that uses Instacart data to better target shopping ads. Published Jan. 9, 2024 Google Shopping ads leveraging Instacart’s retail media data seek to reach high-intent consumers. Courtesy of Instacart RetailDive January 10, 2024January 16, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartMarketing: Retail MediaDeliveryGoogleTargetData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaKraftHeinzConsumersDanoneMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Enables Off-Site Shopping Ads in New Partnership with Google Google Shopping ads are now accessible to Instacart’s advertising partners, which can leverage Instacart’s retail media data. This means that CPG advertisers that work with Instacart can now activate Google Shopping ads powered by Instacart’s first-party data and closed-loop insights to reach consumers searching for products on Google. Instacart offers insights on consumer shopping behavior […] Retail TouchPoints January 9, 2024January 16, 2024 2 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsGoogleMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersData & InsightsKraftHeinzDanoneShoppersMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityExecutivesHealth & WellnessMarketing: PrintMarketing: TradeOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery General Mills, Del Monte pilot ads on Instacart’s AI-powered smart carts Ads on the grocery platform’s Caper Carts include personalized recommendations based on real-time shopping behaviors. MarketingDive January 8, 2024January 8, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationGeneral MillsDeliveryAIMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart pilots General Mills, Del Monte ads on AI-powered smart carts Ads on Caper Carts include personalized recommendations based on real-time shopping behaviors. Grocery Dive January 8, 2024January 8, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationGeneral MillsDeliveryAIMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Grocery Media & Marketing Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members US retail giant Kroger is reportedly in talks with the Walt Disney Company to offer the Disney+ streaming service as a benefit to paying members of its Kroger Boost grocery delivery programme. The post Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Sam’s Club Expands Store Rollout of AI-Powered Exit Tech Walmart-owned Sam’s Club says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to speed up its own exit technology. Instead of requiring store staff to check members’ purchases against their receipts when leaving the store, Sam’s Club customers who pay either at a register or through the Scan & Go mobile app can now walk out of the […] Written by 0 Author Missing May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Trends & External Forces Retail Operations 5 CPG marketing trends forcing industry change in 2024 Explore the CPG marketing trends driving change in the consumer products industry in 2024, including eco-conscious consumers and omnichannel. Written by Future of Commerce May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Walmart Streamlines Teacher Support via Box Tops App Integration Walmart has simplified the process for shoppers who want to support their local schools with the new Connected Accounts feature on the Box Tops for Education app. Shoppers can now give back by connecting their Walmart account with the Box Tops app, without needing to scan or submit receipts. Families can earn when they download […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 6, 2024May 7, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Channel: Drug Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Home Improvement Channel: Mass Corporate Strategy ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats How Home Depot Plans to Stand Out in the ‘Sea of Retail Media Networks’ Photo courtesy Home Depot Editor’s Note: As the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo (RICE) nears, we’re highlighting recent coverage of some of the speakers and companies that will be taking the stage in Chicago, June 4-6, 2024. Zach Darkow, Head of Marketing Measurement at the Home Depot, will join a dynamic discussion with Jeffrey Bustos of IAB, Claire […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 4, 2024May 7, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked