Merchandising

articles on merchandising and category management

  1. Agencies & Vendors

How RangeMe Leveled the Playing Field for This Startup Bandage Brand

The bandage category is not an easy one to break into. Scan the first aid aisle of any store and you’ll see a wall of products that are primarily from a couple of national brands or else are the retailer’s private label products. Beginning in March, however, you’ll find colorful and playfully-designed boxes of bandages […]
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  1. Data & Insights

US egg purchases plunge, prices rise amid shortages in 2025

Contact Sales for details. Rising egg prices amid shortages The egg industry is currently facing a significant shortage, which has driven egg prices to soar by 28% year-over-year (YoY) during the first 13 days of January. According to Earnest Scanner Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) product data, this marks the highest YoY price increase since mid-2023. […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Michaels Appoints Trio of Interim Leaders as CEO Search Continues

Michaels’ board of directors has established an interim Office of the CEO that will be led by three of the retailer’s existing leaders, as the company continues to search for a replacement for former CEO Ashley Buchanan, who left Michaels earlier this month to lead Kohl’s. Michaels’ current President, Heather Bennett; Chief Merchandising Officer, Stacey […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Buckle Adopts Aptos ONE POS to Bring Unified Commerce to 440+ Stores

The Buckle, Inc., will implement Aptos ONE as its new POS system to bring personalized and efficient interactions to every customer — and employee — in its 440+ stores across 42 states. Buckle is a specialty apparel retailer that offers a wide selection of on-trend apparel, accessories and footwear. The retailer is especially known for […]
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  1. Merchandising

5 Things Not to Do When Trying to Pitch to a Retail Buyer

Selling your product to a retail buyer can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences for any product manufacturer. The stakes are high, the competition is fierce, and the pressure to stand out can feel overwhelming, especially when dealing with seasoned retail buyers who have seen it all. But success in securing shelf […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

The Natural List – Hot trends in retail: AI, Gen Z and the future of natural products

Discover the retail trends reshaping 2025, from AI’s transformative power to Gen Z’s surprising return to in-store shopping. Explore actionable insights on merchandising, storytelling and community-building in the natural products space.
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Andrea Leigh of Allume Group: 3 Ways To Drive Shopper Loyalty Today

“Loyalty is huge and can drive an enormous amount of growth for a brand.” — Andrea Leigh, Founder and CEO, Allume Group Stanley Cup. Barbie. Apple. What do all these brands have in common? Fiercely loyal customers. These companies breathe rarefied air. Achieving customer loyalty is the Holy Grail, but it is still elusive for […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

AI Successes from L’Oréal, Lowe’s and Walmart Bring Context to the AI Conversation

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been a headline topic at the National Retail Federation’s annual Big Show, and NVIDIA is undoubtedly one of the companies leading the industry’s innovation in this sector. Typically known for its Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), which power breakthrough technologies for companies like Meta and Open AI, NVIDIA is now staking a […]
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  1. Channel: Mass

How Dick’s Sporting Goods Fights Premium Sneaker Diversion with its Mobile App

The customer-facing mobile app for Dick’s Sporting Goods has traveled a long way since its debut in 2021. Initially focused on providing an easy way for athletes (Dick’s name for its customers) to learn more about products via an in-store barcode scanning feature, the app has continued to incorporate new features that remove friction from […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

AI insights, clienteling, and store fulfillment coming to Aptos ONE PoS platform during 2025

Aptos reports today from NRF’s Big Show in NYC that 2025 will see its largest R&D spend in company history. Exact numbers were not given in a press release, but according to Aptos CEO Pete Sinisgalli, the investment will fund major new Aptos ONE PoS platform capabilities, faster release cycles and a transition to a unified […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Including Simbe, Whatnot, bpost, and DoorDash: this week’s biggest retail technology stories

2025 is up and running, it’s nearly the weekend, 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 few days, including N Brown Group, Akeneo, Ibotta, PittaRosso, Scarpe&Scarpe, Impact Analytics, Dentsu, Differin, and Dubit. 1. N Brown wraps […]
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  1. Channel: Dollar/Value

Why Amazon Fresh’s Strategy Misses the Mark: Losing to Aldi, Lidl, and WinCo

  Amazon has built its empire on delivering items quickly and at low prices, revolutionizing e-commerce along the way. However, that formula has stumbled in the competitive and customer-sensitive grocery segment according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson believes that Amazon Fresh, instead of using its tech-driven efficiency to […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Advancing your retail career: from sales associate to management

If you work in retail sales and are looking to advance your career, moving into retail management can be an excellent path. With the right experience, skills, and strategy, you can position yourself as an ideal candidate for management roles as they become available. This article will provide tips on how to progress from sales […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Some retailers would benefit from a TikTok ban in 2025

TikTok Shop took the market by storm in just two years. The social media platform sold more merchandise than Sephora [LVMUY] in late 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. TikTok Shop also handily outperformed during the 2024 holiday season. But a potential ban could result in brands losing access to a vital marketing and […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Leveraging technology to elevate customer satisfaction in retail: trends and innovations

In today’s competitive retail landscape, customer satisfaction is more important than ever. With so many opportunities available, customers expect outstanding experiences based on what they are looking for. From a personalised shopping perspective to a seamless omnichannel experience, tech innovations are redefining the retail industry completely. That being said, let’s dive deeper into this article […]
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  1. Retail Operations

Breaking Silos and Driving Omnicommerce in Your Organization | DSI

“Coming with that vision of ‘We’re global, we’re telling you what to do and we know best,’ does not work.” — Diana Macia, Director of Global Omnicommerce Capabilities, Kellanova Building a truly omnichannel organization requires establishing a strategic vision, cultivating buy-in, breaking silos, and fostering collaboration. In the best of circumstances, accomplishing all these things […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Fresh Market Aims to Improve Inventory Management with New Tech, Including Electronic Shelf Labels

The Fresh Market will deploy solutions from VusionGroup across all 166 grocery stores in its fleet next year, adding electronic shelf labels (ESLs), improved inventory management technology and analytics designed to better support in-store merchandising decisions, timing of out-of-stocks and prioritizing waste reduction. The retailer’s partnership with VusionGroup will include a suite of Vusion 360 […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

How retailers can safeguard ESLs from damage and protect investment | Daryl Bedford

As the retail landscape continues to evolve rapidly, leading retailers are turning to innovative solutions to optimise in-store operational efficiency and enhance customer experience. Among these, Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) have emerged as the leading choice for real-time accurate pricing and streamlining inventory management for… This story continues at How retailers can safeguard ESLs from […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Experiential Retail Trends in Beauty: Embracing Pop-Ups and Immersive Marketing

The beauty retail industry is embracing experiential retail, a strategy that transforms shopping into an immersive and interactive experience. Experiential retail goes beyond simply buying products—it’s about creating memorable moments through activities, curated spaces, or interactive elements that engage customers on a deeper emotional level. Beauty pop-ups and flagship stores have become destinations, offering gamified […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Retail and Brand Strategies for Reaching Hispanic Food and Beverage Shoppers

By Sally Lyons Wyatt, Global EVP & Chief Advisor, Consumer Goods & Foodservice Insights and Kellie Hardin, Client Insights Consultant Hispanics make up 20% of the U.S. population, a number the U.S. Census Bureau expects to grow 50% by 2060. This diverse and young group of consumers represents more than two dozen countries in the […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Top 10 DSI 2024 Content Picks | DSI

The Digital Shelf Institute (DSI) is dedicated to providing ecommerce leaders with the encouragement, insights, and fuel needed to succeed in digital commerce.  Whether you’re listening to our unparalleled podcast series, reading our groundbreaking research, or looking for actionable insights from industry leaders, we’ve got you covered.  As 2024 closes, here are the DSI’s top […]
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  1. Department: Food

Year in Review: Consumer Migration Between Convenience Stores, Restaurants, and Service Delis

  As 2024 comes to a close, the dynamic interplay between convenience stores (C-stores), restaurants, and service delis continues to reshape the food industry landscape. If success does leave clues and it does according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® let’s look at who is winning and some that may […]
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  1. Department: Food

Has Amazon Finally Cracked the Code for Grocery Retailing?

In 2020 my beloved local Fairway went under, and for five years the store space has languished, sitting dark and empty alongside several other shuttered chains: Modell’s, Subway (although somehow the Kohl’s has survived). However, one month ago the lights turned back on — with bright green flag chains strung across the parking lot and […]
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  1. Department & Category

5 Reasons Why Emerging Brands Should Invest in a Food Safety Management Plan

When a retailer asks, “What is your food safety management plan?” you need to be ready with a clear and confident answer. For emerging brands, having a comprehensive food safety management plan is not only essential for compliance, but also for building trust with retailers and consumers. In a market where food safety concerns are […]
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  1. Merchandising

Petco narrows net loss to $16.7M in Q3 as turnaround efforts gain momentum

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief The company has made several executive appointments this year as it works to implement various merchandising changes. Published Dec. 10, 2024 A Petco store. The company said it plans to create more shelf space for fast-moving SKUs, while reducing SKUs in other categories. Permission granted by Petco “}]] 
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  1. Holiday & Events
  2. Holiday & Events

Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays

A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […]
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2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth

IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […]
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  1. Data & Insights
  2. Technology & Innovation

AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now

There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […]
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  11. Operations & Supply Chain
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Some retailers would benefit from a TikTok ban in 2025

TikTok Shop took the market by storm in just two years. The social media platform sold more merchandise than Sephora [LVMUY] in late 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. TikTok Shop also handily outperformed during the 2024 holiday season. But a potential ban could result in brands losing access to a vital marketing and […]
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