Operations & Supply Chain Changing the Narrative: Transforming Product Returns Into a Growth Opportunity Changing the Narrative: Transforming Product Returns Into a Growth Opportunity Product returns are a core part of the customer journey. The digital and physical shopping experience boundaries are a thing of the past. Customers are seamlessly navigating from discovery to consideration and the transaction process and have the product fulfilled in the most convenient way, […] Rethink Retail March 29, 2024April 24, 2024 6 min read ReturnsTechnology & InnovationAIData & InsightsShoppersPartnershipsMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsStrategyConsumersBrick and MortarBOPISDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityConsultingMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionEconomyDept. ApparelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationCustomer ExperienceVendorsMarketing: TradeESG and CSRThick DataDept. NonfoodPricing & PromotionsMarketing: UGCMarketing: In StoreResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hy-Vee Taps Agency Alum as New CMO, Sets Sights on Retail Media Growth Since launching its retail media network, RedMedia, in September 2023, Hy-Vee has been focused on building out its media offerings and capabilities. Now, to support this long-term growth vision, the grocery retailer has hired a new EVP and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), who also will act as President of RedMedia. Jessica Hendrix will begin her tenure […] Retail TouchPoints March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read Hy-VeeMarketing: Retail MediaRegional GroceryExecutivesOmnichannelMarketing: Social MediaAgenciesNestleProcter & GamblePredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainShoppersMerchandisingMarketing: ShopperKraftHeinzDept. GroceryMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Every room in the house is ‘where the customer wants us to go’: Bath & Body Works CEO Gina Boswell said the brand is now in roughly 40% of American households as it expands its assortment to areas like laundry. RetailDive March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersExecutivesMerchandisingDept. LaundryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing East of England Co-op inks deal to roll-out Pricer digital platform across all its food stores East of England Co-operative Society, one of the largest regional co-operatives in the UK, has signed an agreement with Pricer for an installation worth 50 MSEK in all 120+ of its food stores and involving the cloud-based platform Pricer Plaza and digital labels. It has selected Pricer’s in-store automation and communication solution and the latest […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryMerchandisingPackagingMarketing: Social MediaInternational - UKTwitterPartnershipsMarketing: In StoreStrategyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Central Co-op completes electronic shelf edge labels rollout Central Co-op, has announced the successful rollout of electronic shelf edge labels (ESELs) in 260 stores. The technology marks a significant advancement in the retail industry – streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience and driving sustainable practices. Key highlights of the rollout include total labels in… This story continues at Central Co-op completes electronic shelf edge […] Talking Retail March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read PackagingMerchandisingCustomer ExperienceTechnology & InnovationSustainabilityShoppersPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hy-Vee hires former Saatchi & Saatchi X chief WEST DES MOINES, IOWA — Hy-Vee, Inc. announced the hiring of Jessica Hendrix to oversee the regional grocery chain’s marketing and retail media network. Hendrix is joining Hy-Vee as executive vice president, chief marketing officer, and president of Hy-Vee’s retail media network, RedMedia, beginning on April 16. She will oversee Hy-Vee’s marketing efforts and serve […] MMR March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 2 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaExecutivesShoppersMerchandisingAgenciesAssociatesMarketing: ShopperKraftHeinzUnileverNestleOperations & Supply ChainProcter & GambleRestaurantsMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Power of Storytelling to Increase Retail Market Share In the world of retail, storytelling emerges not just as a method of engagement but as a potent strategy to captivate buyers and significantly influence their purchasing decisions. The essence of storytelling transcends mere facts, harnessing a narrative-driven approach to forge a deeper connection with the audience and their strategy. When brands adeptly intertwine storytelling […] Wiser Retail Strategies March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsShoppersStrategyMerchandisingDept. NonfoodCompetitionTrends: RetailTargetPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FMI: health and wellness support becoming a pillar for grocers ARLINGTON, Va. — Building on burgeoning consumer interest in the link between health and nutrition, the grocery industry aims to raise its profile as a destination for a broad and expanding range of products and services that support customers’ well-being. Executives at FMI – The Food Industry Association recently examined the trend during a briefing […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessDept. GroceryConsumersGovernmentExecutivesStrategyThick DataDept. PharmacyData & InsightsAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityShoppersResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FMI laying foundation to make grocers nonfoods destination JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Supermarket operators have sold nonfood products for decades, but they still aren’t getting their fair share of the business. Despite the frequent trips that shoppers make to the grocery store, the channel only accounts for 8% of volume in the health and beauty care, household products and general merchandise categories, according to […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. NonfoodDept. HBCExecutivesVendorsMarketing: In StoreStrategyMerchandisingConsumersData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: TradeOmnichannelResults & InvestmentPartnershipsOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataHealth & WellnessSustainabilityDept. PetTargetTechnology & InnovationSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar Tree retrenching after disappointing Q4 CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Dollar Tree Inc. reported disappointing quarterly earnings and offered a downbeat outlook on March 13 and announced plans to shutter about 1,000 stores, nearly all of which operate under its Family Dollar banner. As part of an ongoing portfolio review, company executives have identified some 600 Family Dollar stores to close in […] MMR March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 2 min read Dollar TreeBrick and MortarFamily DollarExecutivesResults & InvestmentStore LocationDept. RefrigeratedGovernmentDept. GroceryDollar GeneralEconomyInternational - North AmericaMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsConsumersStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights What Brands Need To Know To Build a Healthy D2C Strategy DSI “Long term, definitely, you want to be able to get to that point of direct to consumer because of the wealth of data that you get … [and] that control as well … And you can see many brands out there are all testing the water, so you don’t want to be the last one […] Digital Shelf Institute March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 9 min read Data & InsightsMerchandisingStrategyHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainConsumersShoppersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsAmazonCustomer ExperienceStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Couche-Tard Deploys Unified Supply Chain and Planning Solution in North America Alimentation Couche-Tard, which operates Couche-Tard convenience stores in Canada and Circle K stores in the U.S., will deploy technology from Relex Solutions designed to enhance inventory management and in-stock positions. Relex’s AI- and machine learning-powered solutions include demand forecasting, replenishment and advanced space and floor planning functionalities. Integrating these systems will help Couche-Tard improve its […] Retail TouchPoints March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIOperations & Supply ChainStrategyAlimentation Couche-TardBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaShoppersCircle KPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaExecutivesAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Progressive Grocer’s 75th Consumer Expenditures Study is Insightful Insights of consumers are a tool that every marketing team can benefit from. In the case of Progressive Grocer, they go directly to shoppers to explore not only what they’re buying in supermarkets, but also why they’re making certain decisions. In a great article by Jenny McTaggart the insights are easy to absorb. Steven […] Grocerant Guru March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 12 min read ShoppersConsumersDept. GroceryDept. FreshIndustry Conferences and EventsData & InsightsBrick and MortarSustainabilityDept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessEconomyDept. BakeryDept. DairyThick DataMarketing: PrintMarketing: In StoreOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. BeverageBOPISDept. RefrigeratedRestaurantsDept. Toys & GamesDept. OTCDept. PetCOVID19Dept. BabyWalmartKrogerMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStore LocationStrategyDeliveryMarketing: TradePhilanthropyPackagingMerchandisingResults & InvestmentMarketing: ShopperDept. HBCDept. LaundryTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Creating Buzz For Product Launches Through Experiential Marketing Have a new product that you’re getting ready to launch? You can’t just put it on a store shelf or make it available and hope people find it – you’ve got to promote it if you want a shot at it being successful. And while conventional marketing like print, online, television and radio advertising still […] Retail Minded March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodMetaverseTargetShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTech: AR and VRMerchandisingStrategyPop UpsMarketing: In StoreMarketing: UGCMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastESG and CSRDept. Consumer ElectronicsData & InsightsThick DataBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery New ShopRite includes offerings from Fairway, Gourmet Garage Store features coffee assortment, artisanal cheese, and olive-bar from Fairway, and prepared foods from Gourmet Garage Supermarket News March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read NestleWakefernRegional GroceryMerchandisingDept. DairyDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Kohl’s expands home goods assortment by 40% The department store sees opportunity despite stubborn declines in the market since the height of the pandemic. RetailDive March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingDept. NonfoodCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Macy’s CEO Addresses the Retailer’s Future For Tony Spring, who took over as CEO of Macy’s Inc. in February, the last month-plus has been a true test of his leadership skills as well as a peek into his future vision for the iconic retail organization. During a keynote presentation earlier this week at Shoptalk in Las Vegas, Spring detailed the transformation […] Joe Keenan March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 2 min read Store LocationPredictions and ForecastsStrategyExecutivesIndustry Conferences and EventsBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainShoppersMerchandisingOmnichannelTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Kohl’s Expands Home Assortment 40%, Seeks to Become Seasonal Décor Destination Kohl’s has increased its assortment of home décor items by 40%, adding new categories and elevating its mainstay bedding and bath products with more modern aesthetics and frequent pattern and color injections. The retailer also is positioning itself as a seasonal décor destination, promising 60% newness in home and holiday décor seasonally as a strategy […] Retail TouchPoints March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 2 min read ShoppersMerchandisingConsumersMarketing: Social MediaKohlsPop UpsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreHoliday & EventsExecutivesDept. PetDept. NonfoodPartnershipsStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood The Sill expands into outdoor plants, gardening products The brand, which became known for its houseplants, has added flowering trees, shrubs, fertilizers, tools and more to its assortment. RetailDive March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Nordstrom Rack merchandising exec leaving after 2 years Nancy Mair arrived amid a leadership shakeup at its off-price business that continued into last September with the appointment of a new president. RetailDive March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Speak the CFO’s Language To Grow Digital Shelf Investments DSI “A lot of business cases, they depend on internal efficiency gains. But if you don’t measure this … then it will never lead to project success or success on the digital shelf … Have a measuring mindset.” — Ilse Goverts-van Kesteren, Lead Business Consultant, Wunderman Thompson When Wunderman Thompson asked […] Digital Shelf Institute March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 10 min read MerchandisingResults & InvestmentData & InsightsExecutivesConsumersPodcastsTargetMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsReturnsKrogerPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Utilizing the External Data Boom for Digital Shelf Optimization Publications about marketing often invoke the comparison of a digital shelf with a physical one. After all, a digital shelf displays your products for the customer to browse, just like a shelf in a brick-and-mortar store would. This comparison, however, has its limits. While customers come to browse the physical shelf, your digital shelf goes […] Retail TouchPoints March 16, 2024March 21, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsMerchandisingShoppersTechnology & InnovationAICompetitionPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaBig DataCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreStore LocationESG and CSRTargetMarketing: UGCGoogleAmazonThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Ulta Beauty Plans 2025 Expansion to Mexico Ulta Beauty, which posted strong financial results for 2023, will move into Mexico next year as part of a joint venture with global brands operator Axo. The retailer’s $11.2 billion in net sales for FY 2023, which ended Feb. 3, 2024, was 9.8% higher than the previous year, fueled by a comparable sales rise of […] Retail TouchPoints March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationDept. HBCPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentExecutivesHoliday & EventsShoppersStore LocationMerchandisingBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value The Weekly Closeout: Dollar Tree to add $7 items and Bath & Body Works teams up with Netflix The dollar store is expanding its multiprice assortment, while the personal care retailer debuted a “Bridgerton” collection as part of a yearlong partnership. RetailDive March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 < 1 min read StreamingDollar TreeMerchandisingPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery - Natural PCC Community Markets hires former Whole Foods exec David Spear Spear will act as VP of merchandising, promotions, and sourcing Supermarket News March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Whole FoodsRegional GroceryExecutivesMerchandisingMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Why a Successful Retail Data Migration Requires a Data-First Approach Large retailers are under constant pressure to keep up with new and ever-changing customer demands. At the same time, they’re also grappling with sometimes volatile global supply chains and massive amounts of data — everything from sales and inventory data to pricing and customer insights. It’s a significant undertaking. As more organizations continue their digital […] Jason Thompson March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 4 min read Data & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainShoppersVendorsBrick and MortarSustainabilityCustomer ExperienceAITechnology & InnovationBig DataConsultingConsumersExecutivesMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar Tree To Close 1,000 Stores Dollar Tree said yesterday that it will close 1,000 stores – most of them Family Dollar units – over the next few years, a decision that Axios describes as “a reversal of the retailer’s rapid expansion, which included its 2015 acquisition of Family Dollar.” Six hundred Family Dollar stores are slated to close before the […] MorningNewsBeat March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarDollar TreeFamily DollarExecutivesGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainAldiShoppersRegional GroceryAcquisitionSustainabilityDept. GroceryDept. PetMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Claire’s to launch displays in thousands of Walgreens stores The pharmacy chain retailer is diversifying its product assortment amid declining U.S. retail sales. RetailDive March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 < 1 min read WalgreensBrick and MortarDept. PharmacyMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Maximizing Your Trade Show Success: A Post-Exhibition Game Plan for CPG Brands Expo West begins today, and for the next few days many brands will experience a whirlwind of networking, handing out samples, schmoozing at after-hours events, and starting potential business deals. Once it all wraps up, though, now what? Well, then it’s time to turn that momentum into tangible success. You’ve invested time, money, and energy […] RangeMe March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 4 min read MerchandisingSustainabilityVendorsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesShoppersOperations & Supply ChainDeliveryPop UpsData & InsightsIndustry Conferences and EventsDivestituresPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar Tree to Close 600 Family Dollar Stores by August, Another 400 as Leases Expire Dollar Tree Inc. will shutter approximately 600 Family Dollar stores in the first half of its 2024 fiscal year, which began Feb. 4, 2024. The discount retailer also plans to close an additional 370 Family Dollar stores and 30 Dollar Tree locations over the next several years as each store’s current lease expires. The retailer […] Retail TouchPoints March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarDollar TreeFamily DollarPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaAldiExecutivesWarby ParkerTractor Supply CompanyMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces FMI Launches 2024 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Series: How Consumers Are Finding Value at the Grocery Store ARLINGTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– #foodindustry–Shoppers enjoy food shopping as much as ever, according to the latest annual survey by FMI – The Food Industry Association. Written by BusinessWire - Supermarket May 14, 2024May 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Retailers: Is AI the answer to all your problems? Not so fast…proceed with caution! Written by Supermarket News May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Could AI Be Your Next Stylist? Consumers Are Ready Keeping up with nanosecond social media trends is a never-ending challenge for retail brands and shoppers. In addition to responding to these fast-paced microtrends, merchandisers face increased pressure to incorporate cutting-edge personalization techniques that drive authentic shopping experiences and cultivate brand loyalty. So, what’s the answer to remaining innovative and on-trend in 2024? According to […] Written by TotalRetail May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 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