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Pret a Manger Dives Deeper Into Tesco Relationship

The BBC reports that sandwich chain Pet a Manger, which earlier this year announced it would start selling packaged versions of its popular fresh items in Tesco stores in the UK, now is going one step further, opening actual sandwich ships inside four Tesco stores. If the test works, expect more Pret shops to be […]
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Main reasons for not shopping at Tesco online in the UK 2020

In the UK, almost 27 percent of individuals answering to a survey claimed that they did not shop on Tesco.com due to the inconvenient delivery slots. The online delivery service offered by the supermarket chain was too expensive for almost one in five respondents.
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Delivery options among Tesco online consumers in the UK 2020

A survey carried out in the UK and released in October 2020 showed that 64 percent of Tesco’s online consumers used to have home delivery, while 22 percent of them opted for click & collect. Lastly, 14 percent of surveyed UK consumers used both delivery options.
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Daily QuickWit 5.06 – Yesterday’s top stories

Beyond Meat Inc on Thursday reported a wider quarterly loss than expected, due to higher transportation costs, new product innovation, and slowing sales to restaurants. Kellogg’s net sales rose 5.1% YOY to $3.58 billion in their latest earnings release. Strong demand for its snacks helped drive the quarter’s sales growth. In North America, Kellogg saw […]
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Asda Launches Just Wellness by George

In an uncertain world, how can a big box retailer make personal wellness accessible for all? Wellness is now worth up to £2.8 trillion worldwide and growing rapidly. UK-based retailer Asda recognized its importance to customers and wanted to make Wellness accessible to all. They developed a new range of private brand Wellness products spanning […]
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Billions In Investments Create Cutthroat Competition In Food Deliveries

The Financial Times has a story about how $142 billion worth of new investment into the food delivery segment – supporting new apps with names like GoPuff, Getir, Gorillas, Weezy and Dija – is rattling the leadership at delivery companies that have been around for awhile.  The concern is that they will use “their war […]
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Top 100 Tech Trends in April – From Exclusive Cryptocurrency Crisps to Digital Nomad Power Banks (TrendHunter.com)

(TrendHunter.com) The April 2021 tech trends highlight the latest innovations in apps, gaming, phone and computer hardware, and much more. Amazon Fresh opened its very first store in the UK, bringing consumers a…
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Equator Design Appoints Kate Fischer Account Director

Equator Design has appointed of Kate Fischer to the role of Account Director. Kate is highly experienced with a strong creative and design management background and will be responsible for the strategic development of several key FMCG accounts. She will also be instrumental in the delivery of retail strategy, consumer behavior and sustainable packaging. Originally […]
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Speed And Small As A Competitive Advantage

The Wall Street Journal reports that entrepreneurs in New York City are hoping “to cash in” on the city’s unique desire for fast delivery. “Two companies based in the city, 1520 and Fridge No More, have set up shop in recent months with just that promise,” the Journal writes.  “They are positioning themselves as alternatives […]
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Friday Eye-Opener: Ted Talks

It’s Friday, and we all can use a nice palate cleanser … and so I’m happy to share with you the trailer for “Ted Lasso,” season two … scheduled to debut on Apple TV+ on July 23. “Ted Lasso” was one of the delights of last year – perfect for a time when we’ve all […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Digital Payments Lead March Toward a Cashless Society

By Jack M. Germain Apr 22, 2021 10:25 AM PT From coin shortages and curbside operations to contactless transactions, how consumers pay for their purchases has been completely transformed during the pandemic. Marketers expect that transformation to continue and expand. The digital payments industry continues to mature at an accelerated pace. Shoppers will see new […]
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Daily QuickWit 5.12 – Yesterday’s top stories

Here’s the RetailWit’s top picks from yesterday: B&G Foods reports Q1 results (+12.4% sales, adjusted EBITDA +5.2%) and names former Mars exec Kenneth Keller as CEO. Sprout reports Q1 results (-9.4% ID sales). Bright spots for growth in the following month include smaller format stores, logistics, and targeting / digital capabilities. Ex-Barry Callebaut boss Antoine […]
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