Technology & Innovation How to Combine AI and Human Creativity to Enhance the Retail Experience In today’s retail landscape, brands are embracing artificial intelligence and other cutting-edge technology solutions to keep up with the competition and provide their customers with the best possible shopping experiences. However, it’s equally important to maintain a personal touch and human element to create a truly immersive and engaging experience. The most successful retailers will […] Alexandre de Vigan June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersConsumersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodOmnichannelEconomyCompetitionBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionWalmartConsultingExecutivesMarketing: TradeMarketing: BrandMetaverseData & InsightsPop UpsPricing & PromotionsStore LocationStrategyTech: AITech: AR and VRTrends: RetailKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart Upgrades Its Digital Ad Network From Advertising Age: “Walmart Connect, which has made huge gains in recent years through digital advertising, is testing ways to bolster in-store pieces of its retail media network. “For the first time, Walmart Connect is selling ads on its revamped in-store radio network and integrating sampling programs with online offerings. While aspects of Walmart Connect’s […] MorningNewsBeat June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 2 min read WalmartMarketing: Retail MediaWalmart ConnectConsumersMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BroadcastGovernmentOwned Brands (Private Label)MergersKrogerAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery SN Top 10: Rite Aid, Kroger, Instacart top the week's headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, the top story was Rite Aid, CVS face lawsuits for misleading shoppers. A lawsuit was filed recently in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York Supermarket News June 5, 2023June 5, 2023 < 1 min read InstacartRite AidKrogerDeliveryLegal & CriminalShoppersCVS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The Case For Greater Government Regulation Of Retail Competition The New York Times had an op-ed piece the other day entitled “The Real Reason Your Groceries Are Getting So Expensive,” in which author Stacy Mitchell, executive director of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, made the argument that enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act, “which mandates that suppliers offer the same terms to all retailers,” needs […] MorningNewsBeat June 2, 2023June 2, 2023 3 min read GovernmentCompetitionDept. GroceryMergersWalmartEconomyLegal & CriminalDept. FreshDept. BeverageKrogerKraftHeinzAlbertsons / SafewayResults & InvestmentDept. PerimeterMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleGeneral MillsConsumersShoppersInclusivityDept. DairyDeliveryTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Aldi launches 30-minute delivery Aldi Express offers a selection of nearly 2,000 items and joins other services from Kroger, Publix and Ahold Delhaize aimed at satisfying online demand for impulse and fill-in trips. Grocery Dive June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 < 1 min read AldiDeliveryAhold DelhaizePublixPricing & PromotionsKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Continuing Promises We’ve spent a lot of time here on MNB talking about the problems – and, I would argue, the continuing promise – of America’s cities, which prompted one MNB reader to write: In a very recent interaction with a woman who said she would not come into downtown Minneapolis, fearing crime, and thus remaining in […] MorningNewsBeat June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 3 min read AssociatesMergersGovernmentKrogerCompetitionShoppersAlbertsons / SafewayAcquisitionUnileverBrick and MortarHealth & WellnessMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger to stock mobile market in Lexington, Kentucky The Mobile Market is scheduled to make around 20 stops between July and September to address food accessibility issues throughout the city. Grocery Dive May 31, 2023May 31, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Kroger To Accommodate Smartphone-Challenged Shoppers. For Now. Earlier this month, Kroger said that it would eliminate its use of print advertising and coupons because of declining newspaper circulation and many newspapers eliminating their print editions. Kroger said that it the ads for Kroger stores and subsidiaries, including Ralphs, Fred Meyer and King Soopers, would shift online, with printed copies available in stores. […] MorningNewsBeat May 30, 2023May 31, 2023 2 min read ShoppersKrogerMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCompetitionConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Parents Group Opposes Kroger-Albertsons Merger The nonprofit ParentsTogether coalition has come out against Kroger’s proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons, saying that in its estimation the deal will “likely raise grocery prices, undermine competition, and lower worker wages.” According to the statement, “Over 13,000 parents signed a petition demanding that the Federal Trade Commission complete a thorough investigation and ultimately […] MorningNewsBeat May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 2 min read MergersGovernmentKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayLegal & CriminalCompetitionConsumersAcquisitionUnileverHealth & WellnessPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights MNB Welcomes A New Charter Sponsor: 11Ants MNB has initiated a new sponsorship tier that reflects what for us is a new approach to the topic – I’ve decided that I really want to forge sustained relationships with companies that have value propositions and missions in which I believe and that, in turn, believe in MNB’s value proposition and mission. My goal […] MorningNewsBeat May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationKrogerDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Should a Restaurant Evolve into a Grocerant Regular readers of this blog know that as restaurants continue to evolve in foodservice the most likely space and best fit just might be the Grocerant Niche. That space is wide open it is not dominated by Restaurants, Convenience Stores, Grocery Stores, Drug Stores, or Dollar stores according to Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® […] Grocerant Guru May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedDept. BakeryPredictions and ForecastsShoppersAhold DelhaizeDept. BeverageThick DataMarketing: In StoreTrends: Food and BeverageAmazonKrogerDept. PaperDept. DeliMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger makes it easier for tech-challenged shoppers Coupon users can now “clip” on the grocer’s website Supermarket News May 26, 2023May 30, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Parent group is the next to oppose Kroger, Albertsons merger ParentsTogether Action gathered in front of FTC headquarters to express concerns Supermarket News May 26, 2023May 30, 2023 < 1 min read MergersKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger brings digital smart screens to 500 locations The grocer is adding units from Cooler Screens on the heels of a three-year pilot, with the goal of strengthening its retail media offerings. Grocery Dive May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 < 1 min read KrogerMarketing: Retail Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Media Update: Kroger to Add Screens at 500 Stores, Walmart Names New Tech Partners and Save Mart Joins the Mix The growth of retail media shows no sign of slowing, as established players announce new expansions and new retailers, most recently Save Mart, enter the mix. In the latest developments, Kroger is looking beyond its websites with plans to expand in-store advertising opportunities, and Walmart is teaming up with more tech partners to help brands […] Retail TouchPoints May 24, 2023May 30, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsWalmartKrogerBrick and MortarData & InsightsTrends: RetailWalmart ConnectMarketing: In StoreExecutivesMarketing: BroadcastPredictions and Forecasts84.51Marketing: SocialShoppersAssociatesOmnichannelInsight ProvidersAgenciesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionIndustry Conferences and EventsDollar GeneralJohnson & JohnsonLowesDept. NonfoodCustomer ExperienceBig DataMarketing: ShopperMarketing: TradeMeta (Facebook)Target 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons names leader for SpinCo operation to pave way for merger clearance Former Acme president Jim Perkins now leads planning for an entity that could oversee hundreds of stores that the grocer and Kroger agree to divest. Grocery Dive May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 < 1 min read Albertsons / SafewayPricing & PromotionsMergersMarketing: TradeStrategyKrogerDivestituresBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Kroger wins sustainability award for its Zero Hunger, Zero Waste impact plan The SEAL Awards recognize leadership, transparency and commitment to sustainable business practices Supermarket News May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer What Retailers Need to Know About How Today’s Shoppers Are Using Reviews In today’s competitive, increasingly omnichannel marketplace, retail leaders know great customer experiences (CX) are key to revenue growth, customer retention and long-term brand success. Investments in CX and building genuine customer relationships pay off by driving customer loyalty. In fact, Kroger shared that its loyal shoppers spend 10 times more than occasional shoppers. To see […] Cynthia Sener May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersMarketing: UGCCustomer ExperienceThick DataMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsDept. NonfoodStore LocationMarketing: SocialMetaverseOmnichannelTikTokKrogerChatGPTAmazonEconomyESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreTrends: TechOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsTech: AIGoogle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Save A Lot, Food 4 Less are the best-positioned grocers to serve SNAP shoppers, report finds Dollar General, Winco and Grocery Outlet rounded out the top five grocers Dunnhumby concluded are most likely to serve financially stressed shoppers while also having reputations for offering low prices. Grocery Dive May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 < 1 min read ShoppersSave A LotKrogerDept. GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersGrocery OutletdunnhumbyDollar GeneralBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SN Top 10: Safeway, Kroger, Hy-Vee top the week's headlines In this week’s recap of the Top 10 most popular Supermarket News articles, the top story was Safeway settles another lawsuit, this one for $8.75M. Back in 2019, the city of Portland started a 1% clean energy surcharge on large retailer reve Supermarket News May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 < 1 min read Hy-VeeAlbertsons / SafewayKrogerSustainabilityLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart captures nearly 26% of SNAP grocery dollars Kroger, which has the second highest share, accounts for 8.4% of yearly SNAP spending, while Albertsons sees 5.9%, according to data from Numerator. Dive Brief: Walmart captures over a quarter (25.5%) of SNAP shoppers’ grocery dollars annually, making it by far the top destination for these consumers as inflation continues to impact their spending, according to […] Grocery Dive May 19, 2023May 22, 2023 < 1 min read WalmartKrogerInsight ProvidersData & InsightsAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon’s Food Data Points Point to Missteps When you are one of the world’s largest retailers and own a chain of grocery stores the amount of ‘high-level’ data points on food, fresh foods, and food products should provide insights that would empower success. It’s at the intersection of Intelligent Quotient (IQ) and Emotional Quotient (EQ) that interpreting that ‘high-level’ data seems […] Grocerant Guru May 19, 2023May 19, 2023 3 min read AmazonDept. GroceryBrick and MortarData & InsightsConsumersMarketing: SocialShoppersDept. FreshHealth & WellnessAgenciesDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: Retail MediaResults & InvestmentKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayWhole FoodsMeta (Facebook)Store LocationTwitterTargetSustainabilityESG and CSRExecutivesMergersStrategyTechnology & InnovationWalmartDept. PerimeterAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Your Views: “The Purpose Of A Business” From an MNB reader: A quick note in response to the email you posted Tuesday on remote working. Companies were forced to go into remote work arrangements during covid and many associates enjoyed the freedom it allowed, particularly if their company did not offer some version of remote working days pre covid. While many workers […] MorningNewsBeat May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 3 min read Trader JoesAssociatesDept. NonfoodCOVID19PartnershipsBrick and MortarAmazonWalmartDeliveryMergersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyTechnology & InnovationKrogerAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CVS Closing its Clinical Trials Arm After 2 Years Two years after unveiling its clinical trial services in an attempt to reinforce its presence in the world of healthcare, CVS Health is shutting it down, Fierce Healthcare reported Monday. A CVS spokesperson told Fierce Healthcare it routinely reviews its portfolio to ensure its assets are “aligned with our long-term strategic priorities.” The company will wind […] Marie Albiges May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read Health & WellnessCVSWalgreensTechnology & InnovationWalmartDept. PharmacyStrategyPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: UGCKrogerAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Analyst says retail media is key to Albertsons/Kroger merger The combination of Albertsons and Kroger’s retail media networks is at the heart of the merger deal between the two supermarket giants, according to Dean Rosenblum, senior research analyst for AllianceBernstein. “Long term, the biggest accelerator for profit growth for Kroger is not grocery. It’s actually retail media and advertising,” said Mr. Rosenblum. “And this […] RetailWire May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaKrogerMergersAlbertsons / SafewayTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon is set on getting grocery right Amazon.com currently holds a three percent share of the U.S. grocery market, well behind Walmart’s 30 percent and Kroger’s 11 percent. Costco, Albertsons, Ahold Delhaize and Publix are also ahead of Amazon, which plans to continue scaling its grocery business despite a recent pullback on new store openings. RetailWire May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read AmazonAhold DelhaizeWalmartPublixKrogerCostcoAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar General, Dollar Tree Come Under Activist Investor Fire for Workforce Issues Dollar General and Dollar Tree are both facing proposals from activist investor firms aiming to improve their worker safety and wages. Domini Impact Investments has called for an independent audit into worker safety and well-being at Dollar General, while United Church Funds is seeking the creation of a wages and inequality report on Dollar Tree. […] Retail TouchPoints May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read AssociatesDollar GeneralDollar TreeOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessDeliveryMarketing: SocialTargetResults & InvestmentCompetitionCustomer ExperienceReturnsInstacartMerchandisingStrategyShoppersExecutivesKrogerInclusivityHoliday & EventsWalmartGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery FMI Announced Store Manager Award Winners FMI-The Food Industry Association has announced the five recipients of the 2023 Store Manager Awards. • Category A (1-49 stores): Wander Rezende, Roche Bros. • Category B (50-199 stores): Sean Conlon, Giant Food • Category C (200+ stores): Delton Schafer, Albertsons Companies • Category D (International): John Fox, SPAR Northern Ireland/Henderson Group • People’s Pick […] MorningNewsBeat May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarKrogerDept. GroceryInternationalAssociatesShoppersExecutivesCOVID19Albertsons / SafewayAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar General, Dollar Tree Come Under Activist Investor Fire for Workforce Issues Dollar General and Dollar Tree are both facing proposals from activist investor firms aiming to improve their worker safety and wages. Domini Impact Investments has called for an independent audit into worker safety and well-being at Dollar General, while United Church Funds is seeking the creation of a wages and inequality report on Dollar Tree. […] Retail TouchPoints May 17, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read AssociatesDollar GeneralDollar TreeOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessDeliveryMarketing: SocialTargetResults & InvestmentCompetitionCustomer ExperienceReturnsInstacartMerchandisingStrategyShoppersExecutivesKrogerInclusivityHoliday & EventsWalmartGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery CSPI Tells FTC It Opposes Kroger-Albertsons Deal The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has filed its objections to the proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons by Kroger, saying that it “would dramatically decrease competition within an already consolidated food retail market, which would result in fewer grocery stores and higher food prices, negatively impacting food and nutrition security for […] MorningNewsBeat May 16, 2023May 17, 2023 2 min read Albertsons / SafewayKrogerDept. GroceryMergersGovernmentConsumersCompetitionBrick and MortarLegal & CriminalDivestituresEconomyAcquisitionWalmartMarketing: ShopperOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Grocery - Natural Channel: Mass Channel: Specialty & Other Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Stores & Formats Target Leapfrogs Walmart For Upscale Grocery Approach Bloomberg has a story about how “a slew of retailers are beefing up their grocery investments to lure in consumers cutting back on non-essentials like clothing and electronics. But as they lay out plans to improve their food offerings and supply chains, the big question is how does one compete with the mighty Walmart Inc. on […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage CPG: Adult Beverage CPG: Beverage CPG: Food CPG: Food & Bev CPG: HBC Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Adult Beverage Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Circana reveals 2022 New Product Pacesetters CHICAGO – Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group, has released its 2022 New Product Pacesetters, the 28th annual report revealing the top new product launches across food and beverage and nonfood sectors. The report illustrates the enduring power of CPG innovation, revealing that consumer spending on new product offerings remained elevated last year despite challenges […] Written by MMR June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Owned Brands (Private Label) Walmart Upgrades Its Digital Ad Network From Advertising Age: “Walmart Connect, which has made huge gains in recent years through digital advertising, is testing ways to bolster in-store pieces of its retail media network. “For the first time, Walmart Connect is selling ads on its revamped in-store radio network and integrating sampling programs with online offerings. While aspects of Walmart Connect’s […] Written by MorningNewsBeat June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats H-E-B expands its discount format Several years after opening its last Joe V’s location, H-E-B is reigniting the banner with two locations set to open in Dallas by 2025. Dive Brief: H-E-B announced Tuesday it is opening two Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B stores in Dallas, marking the first time the grocer’s discount format will appear outside of the Houston area. […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media ESG Media & Marketing Retailer Media Shopper & Customer Operations & Supply Chain Giant Eagle launches in-house retail media network Leap The platform leverages the chain’s loyalty program, bringing personalized ads to shoppers in-store, in-app, on social media and elsewhere, said Damian Scott, who heads up the grocer’s retail media and front-end digital operations. Dive Brief: Giant Eagle announced on Wednesday the debut of Leap Media Group, an in-house retail media arm that leverages the regional […] Written by Grocery Dive June 7, 2023June 8, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked