Channel: Grocery Wegmans to Close Stores (Briefly) for Solar Eclipse Viewing Wegmans doesn’t want its employees (or its customers for that matter) to miss what will be the last total solar eclipse visible from North America for 20 years. The supermarket retailer will close 48 stores in upstate New York and Pennsylvania that are located in the “path of totality” from 3 to 3:30 p.m. ET […] Retail TouchPoints March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read WegmansMars Inc.Regional GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesWalmartMarketing: Social MediaWarby ParkerPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDept. PharmacyDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Saka and Modrić star in new Snickers ‘own goal’ campaign Mars Wrigley has launched a major new European-wide campaign for its Snickers brand starring footballers Bukayo Saka and Luka Modrić. The “Snickers Own Goal” campaign features a TV ad designed “to help football fans steer clear of embarrassing ‘own goals.’” Set in a barbershop, the… This story continues at Saka and Modrić star in new […] Talking Retail March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Predictions and ForecastsMarketing: BroadcastDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food There Goes the Sun: Warby Parker Offers Free Glasses to Safely View Upcoming Solar Eclipse The Great North American Solar Eclipse on April 8 will be the last total solar eclipse (when the moon comes between us and the sun) that’s visible from the contiguous U.S. for the next 20 years. Warby Parker is trying to help more people view it safely by offering free ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses at […] Retail TouchPoints March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Warby ParkerPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food New Twix Secret Centre Biscuits Mars Chocolate Drinks & Treats has announced the launch of Twix Secret Centre Biscuits. Combining biscuit, chocolate and caramel, these new treats bring all the DNA of Twix to a new format within the Special Treats Biscuit category. Special Treats are growing by 16% year… This story continues at New Twix Secret Centre Biscuits Or […] Talking Retail February 20, 2024February 20, 2024 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Predictions and ForecastsDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Nuts Got the following email following up on the food safety stories on which we have been focusing: As the parent of a child with a food allergy, I can attest to the frustration and confusion that comes with navigating allergen statements, let alone cross contamination in a restaurant. Our child is allergic to three tree […] MorningNewsBeat February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 6 min read Dept. GroceryGovernmentConsumersMars Inc.Health & WellnessDept. BakeryDept. FreshDept. PerimeterTechnology & InnovationHomeChefLegal & CriminalDept. FrozenHoliday & EventsBrick and MortarExecutivesKrogerShoppersPackagingPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsRegional GroceryRestaurantsAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Snickers brings AR Super Bowl experience to forthcoming Apple Vision Pro In the days following the mixed-reality headset’s launch, users will be able to hear from Pittsburgh Steelers “misfortune teller” T.J. Watt. MarketingDive January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Holiday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Freedompay extends its offering to merchants across Spain as FinTech announces Redsys certification Freedompay reports that its commerce platform is now available to all merchants in Spain. This comes as the FinTech firm secures an integrated certification from Redsys, a Spanish payments processing provider. “The needs of merchants and consumers are constantly changing and FreedomPay is always looking to stay at the forefront with solutions that respond to […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsTrends: FinanceInternationalConsumersPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMars Inc.Marketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International ‘London Calling’: Gibson Garage Opens Second Location in the UK Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, will open a new Gibson Garage flagship store in historic London, just off Oxford Street, on February 24, 2024. It will be the second store of its kind, with the first stationed in Nashville, Tenn. Gibson Garage is designed to be the “ultimate guitar experience and destination” for music lovers. The UK […] Retail TouchPoints January 25, 2024January 25, 2024 2 min read International - UKStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaFlagship StoresMars Inc.ExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Perils Of Brand Personalization Based on the business press, you might believe that subscription services are booming. And, for many subscription services, there is an upward trend. Netflix is doing well. Amazon Prime is doing well. But, according to The Wall Street Journal, subscription clothing brand-business, Stitch Fix is having difficulties. Modern Retail points out that Stitch Fix’ 2023 […] 0 Author Missing January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 6 min read Marketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. PetTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: BrandShoppersStrategyDept. GroceryDept. ApparelData & InsightsDept. FreshDept. PerimeterMarketing: BroadcastStreamingConsumersPredictions and ForecastsMars Inc.EconomyAmazonMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. FuelPackagingPricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessExecutivesSustainabilityMarketing: TradeConsultingOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentDeliveryCOVID19Customer ExperienceESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Signifyd Data: December Delivers, Driving 2023 Holiday E-Commerce Spending Up 7% Retail and economic experts who wondered how long consumers’ resiliency could last in the fourth quarter of a year marked by dwindling savings and stubbornly high prices got their answer in December. Online sales for the month increased by 11 percent over December 2022, according to Signifyd Holiday Season Pulse Tracker, to cap off a […] Mike Cassidy January 23, 2024January 23, 2024 3 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsConsumersPredictions and ForecastsBNPLTrends: FinanceEconomyShoppersMarketing: TradeCOVID19Pricing & PromotionsMars Inc.Colgate-PalmoliveExecutivesUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Mini Meals – Snacking “It’s about Time” Thinking about customers differently will matter more in 2024. It’s at the intersection of time starved consumers and the lack of cooking skill-set that is driving increased demand for convenient meal solutions according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson first revealed the trend of mini-meal and snacking when […] Grocerant Guru January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityESG and CSRTwitterMars Inc.Meta (Facebook)Thick DataConsultingTechnology & InnovationStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Big Idea is Broken. Welcome To Weirdvertising. Is it just me, or is advertising getting weirder? There was a time not long ago when brands and ad agencies would talk about the big idea and the importance of telling a compelling story. But these days, with TikTok dominating the social media landscape, it seems like big ideas are being traded in for […] Retail TouchPoints January 4, 2024January 4, 2024 6 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokUnileverHoliday & EventsMarketing: BrandConsumersDept. NonfoodAgenciesMars Inc.ESG and CSRData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationExecutivesStrategySustainabilityTargetLowesTrends: MarketingPepsiCoDept. FreshDept. DairyCostcoPredictions and ForecastsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Mini Meals or Snacks PepisCo has Consumers Answers At the intersection of What’s for Dinner, and I’m hungry now, are what were once referred to as snacks. Today according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® “Gen Z and Millennials disregard the idea of three meal periods and instead opt for ‘convenient meals. Johnson insists that one company […] Grocerant Guru December 30, 2023December 30, 2023 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersPepsiCoData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshSustainabilityThick DataOperations & Supply ChainTechnology & InnovationDeliveryESG and CSRInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Social MediaMars Inc. 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The 2023 OMNIES Awards It’s our annual OMNIES Awards episode! Emcees:Andrea K. LeighMelissa BurdickBryan GildenbergSri RajagopalanPeter V.S. BondLiz Buchanan – NielsenIQ President, North AmericaMarta Bowles – NielsenIQ Chief Marketing Officer Awards & Winners: Best eCommerce Retailer or Marketplace: Kroger Best Omnichannel Retailer or Marketplace: Target Best Retail Site Functionality: Sephora Best Retail Mobile App: Amazon Best Retailer for Supplier […] The CPG Guys December 27, 2023December 27, 2023 < 1 min read OmnichannelMarketing: Retail MediaPodcastsMeta (Facebook)Marketing: Social MediaPepsiCoAmazonData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationTargetRegional GroceryKrogerPartnershipsMars Inc.Holiday & EventsExecutivesWalmartAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mars, accused of using child labor in its supply chain, says it aims to end the practice [[“value”:”Children in Ghana are harvesting cocoa used in Mars’ M&M’s and Snickers, according to a CBS News report.”]] CNBC November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainAssociatesMars Inc. 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mars recycles old ads for M&Ms, Twix to promote net-zero progress The “Healthy Planet Productions” campaign reanimates popular spots with new messages about the company’s progress around climate action. MarketingDive November 28, 2023November 28, 2023 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Sustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Mars unveils new brand experience with Uber Eats CHICAGO — Mars Snacking, a global leader in the treats and snacks category, announced today a new collaboration with Uber and SKITTLES , with a new brand campaign launching across Uber and Uber Eats. The new collaboration, a first of its kind for Mars, delivers a sweet new experience for hungry Uber Rides and Eats consumers. The new […] MMR October 24, 2023October 24, 2023 2 min read ConsumersStore LocationUbereatsMars Inc.PartnershipsOmnichannelTechnology & InnovationShoppersDept. NonfoodDeliveryChewyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Halloween is candy’s biggest holiday. Here’s how Snickers maker Mars prepares for trick-or-treaters [[“value”:”The National Retail Federation predicts consumers will spend $3.6 billion on Halloween candy this year.”]] CNBC October 14, 2023October 14, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsMars Inc.Consumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Shaping what Britain buys: RTIH flags the biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Walmart, Mars Wrigley, Zippin, Amazon, Tesco, and dunnhumby. 1. Blue Yonder announces intent to acquire first and last […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 13, 2023October 13, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaTescoTwitterShoppersReturnsWalmartAmazonMarketing: Retail MediaPredictions and ForecastsInternationalPartnershipsDept. HBCMars Inc.dunnhumbyBig DataInsight ProvidersInternational - UKOmnichannelSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreAcquisitionExecutivesStore LocationCustomer ExperienceTech: CashierlessHoliday & EventsResults & InvestmentJohnson & JohnsonJ&JSponsoredAgenciesDept. Natural / OrganicDeliveryData & InsightsBrick and MortarTrends: TechMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing First Class Vending, Mars Wrigley, Aramark open Frictionless Market at Uni of Nevada Las Vegas, powered by Zippin First Class Vending, in collaboration with Mars Wrigley and Aramark, has opened an unattended Frictionless Market at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV). Powered by Zippin’s platform, this lets customers grab items, and exit, eliminating the need for traditional checkouts. “We are excited to introduce the Frictionless Market to the UNLV community,” says Matthew […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 7, 2023October 12, 2023 2 min read Mars Inc.Marketing: Social MediaTwitterTech: CashierlessPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryExecutivesMarketing: In StoreTech: RoboticsDept. BeverageMarketing: TradeConsumersShoppersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience 68 Circle K stores are up for sale [[“value”:” Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is looking to sell 68 U.S. Circle K convenience stores, reports Petrol Plaza. NRC Realty & Capital Advisors will assist with the sale, marking the third time in three years the Chicago firm has worked with Alimentation Couche-Tard to sell Circle K stores. The stores are located in […] Supermarket News October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KDept. FuelStrategyResults & InvestmentMars Inc.International - North AmericaDivestitures 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mars’ Vincent: ‘We’re a purpose driven organization’ President of Mars Wrigley North America hits key topics in CNN appearance. Food Business News September 28, 2023September 28, 2023 < 1 min read Mars Inc. 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How to Get Product Placement in Movies and TV Securing product placement in movies and TV shows is a complex endeavor that involves close collaboration with many different people, such as producers, directors, prop masters, set directors, stylists, make-up artists, and marketing teams. The process can be quite challenging due to the highly competitive nature of Hollywood productions. Numerous factors come into play when […] RangeMe September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 5 min read Marketing: BroadcastDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessPricing & PromotionsMars Inc.VendorsTargetAssociatesDept. BeverageExecutivesResults & InvestmentMarketing: TradeMarketing: BrandLegal & CriminalDept. ApparelDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationDept. Adult BevData & InsightsConsumersAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category U.S. Food Companies Go Deal Hunting as Pandemic Growth Fades U.S. packaged food companies are gearing up for a wave of acquisitions to restructure their brand portfolios as pandemic-driven growth slows and the impact of price hikes levels off. Last month, Campbell Soup acquired Sovos Brands for $2.7 billion, while Unilever purchased premium frozen yogurt brand Yasso and Mars, the maker of Snickers, acquired Kevin’s… RetailWire September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryCOVID19UnileverMars Inc.Dept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Mars Wrigley unveils Christmas range Mars Wrigley has unveiled its 2023 Christmas collection, featuring a mix of new lines plus the return of favourites, all hitting shelves from September. The festive range of NPD from Mars Wrigley sees the introduction of a Maltesers Christmas Mix for the sharing occasion. This Christmas will also see the return of its popular Celebrations […] Talking Retail August 21, 2023August 22, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsMars Inc.Dept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit How Boldness Pays Off in CPG Co-Branding In the ‘Insight to Impact with Mintel Consulting’ series, thought leaders on our Marketing Intelligence team expand on research and insights identified in Mintel Comperemedia research. Today’s article is inspired by the co-branded credit card space (client link only) and how brand partnerships permeate other industries, such as drinks, beauty, and others. Think about the […] Mintel August 14, 2023August 14, 2023 4 min read PartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaTikTokDept. GroceryDept. BeverageShoppersDept. HBCDept. FrozenData & InsightsMars Inc.Marketing: BrandConsultingPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityResults & InvestmentDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook)Technology & InnovationWalmartRestaurantsDeliveryLegal & CriminalExecutivesConsumersMarketing: TradeStrategyTargetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Grocery Outlet’s net sales eclipse $1B for the first time The discount grocer’s comp sales grew 9.2% as new shoppers drove a nearly double-digit increase in transactions. Grocery Dive August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 < 1 min read Mars Inc.Grocery OutletShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Simbe Robotics raises $28 million Series B to accelerate global expansion and product innovation Simbe, which leverages AI and robotics to provide retailers with real-time insights into inventory and operations, has announced a Series B equity financing round of $28 million, led by Eclipse. “We’re honoured to be supported by an investor like Eclipse, with a team that recognises technology’s incredible potential to significantly enhance retail operations, as well […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub July 13, 2023July 13, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAITech: RoboticsOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityStart UpsData & InsightsMars Inc.PartnershipsShoppersCustomer ExperienceAssociatesMarketing: Social MediaTwitterDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryBrick and MortarConsumersEconomyExecutivesMarketing: In StoreMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Tuesday Eye-Opener: Sporting Goods vs. Bads by Kevin Coupe This morning’s Eye-Opener isn’t really about your business. It actually is about my business. (Not MNB, but rather the broader media world.) But I think it teaches us several lessons – good and bad -about how to approach evolution in an entrenched business model, and how to talk about it. First, the […] MorningNewsBeat July 11, 2023July 11, 2023 4 min read Dept. NonfoodDept. Sporting goodsAcquisitionUnileverStrategyMars Inc.ESG and CSREconomyDept. Toys & GamesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer With Summer in Full Swing Snacking is Top of Mind School is out, families are on planning for vacation, the weather is good with outside activities garnering more and more time and attention. All that means is consumers are looking of meal substitutes, meal replacements, and an excuse to eat all the fun stuff of summer. Restaurants, service deli’s, conveniences store’s all want to fill […] Grocerant Guru July 4, 2023July 4, 2023 3 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsPepsiCoMondelezRestaurantsESG and CSRDept. DeliOwned Brands (Private Label)Technology & InnovationDept. Fresh PreparedWeatherKellogg'sMars Inc.Pricing & PromotionsEconomyStrategyCoca ColaPackagingExecutivesBrick and MortarAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Charted: Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 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. This graphic visualizes the best and worst car brands in terms of brand loyalty. […] Written by Visual Capitalist March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Key Takeaways From Shoptalk Spring 2024 Shoptalk always brings the best and brightest minds of the industry together for four days packed with insights, networking opportunities, trend predictions and so much more. This year, the spring event in Las Vegas was no exception. But like many other major industry events, Shoptalk can feel like you’re sprinting a marathon — there’s so […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats Nike Pivots, Embraces Wholesale Once Again Amid faltering demand for shoes and clothing as well as slipping digital sales, Nike Inc. said last week that it will bank a lot more on the thing it has spent the past several years turning away from: other retailers. Executives discussed those plans on Nike’s earnings call, during which it announced that while fiscal […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Agencies & Vendors International Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Retail Leaders Weigh in on the FTC’s Proposed Updates to the Green Guides The Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) is set to release an updated version of its Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims this year. These “Green Guides” — which haven’t been updated in over a decade — do not have the force of law but provide marketers with guidance on how to make properly substantiated […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Kroger SWOT Analysis 2024 The Cincinnati superstar is the largest traditional supermarket company in the U.S. Although Kroger has served Americans since 1883, its essence is remarkably modern. Written by Lisa Goller March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked