Data & Insights Vanishing Act: Why Small Pharmacies Exited Medicare Part D Networks for 2025 Abracadabra! Small pharmacies have ghosted Medicare Part D’s preferred networks—no farewell party, no breakup text, just a quiet exit. A few months ago , DCI highlighted how the largest pharmacy chains are participating as preferred cost sharing pharmacies in the 2025 stand-alone prescription drug plan (PDP) networks. Today, we update our exclusive analysis of how […] Drug Channels February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyBrokersMeta (Facebook)Economy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Hey Starbucks, Bet You Can’t Beat This! Wawa’s $5 Big Breakfast Deal Redefines Value, Speed & Convenience Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® knows a winning foodservice formula when he sees one, and Wawa’s latest move is set to shake up the breakfast game. From February 17 through March 24, Wawa is rolling out its unbeatable $5 […] Grocerant Guru February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read WaWaDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersRestaurantsDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreCompetitionDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyTechnology & InnovationTwitterESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category RaceTrac Foodservice at the Intersection of Yesterday and Today RaceTrac Inc. continues to expand its foodservice menu, but rather than leveraging its platform to propel the industry forward with fresh, consumer-relevant food trends, the retailer remains anchored in legacy offerings that reflect consumer familiarity according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The latest example? Taco Pizza—a fusion of […] Grocerant Guru February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshConsumersMarketing: Social MediaUnileverTrends: Food and BeveragePredictions and ForecastsCompetitionDept. DairyHealth & WellnessESG and CSRMerchandisingMeta (Facebook)PepsiCoDept. BeverageRestaurantsStrategyTechnology & InnovationTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Creating Extraordinary Retail Places: Our Interview with Kevin Kelley We’re joined by fellow Retail Voices by NRF honoree Kevin Ervin Kelley to unpack some of the key lessons from his remarkable book Irreplaceable: Creating Extraordinary Places That Bring People Together and his recent NRF “Big Show” talk. We discuss how physical retail must dramatically evolve in an ever more digital world, the “Bonfire Effect,” his […] Remarkable Retail Podcast February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsInternational - North AmericaAmazonDept. GroceryMeta (Facebook)TikTokStreamingStrategyPredictions and ForecastsMetaverseEconomyBrick and MortarData & InsightsDept. PharmacyESG and CSRGoogleGovernmentMarketing: BroadcastWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Supercharge Your Practice With Growthtech CMO Survey Results Share Post Share Email The post Supercharge Your Practice With Growthtech appeared first on The CMO Survey. 0 Author Missing February 17, 2025February 17, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaThick DataExecutivesData & InsightsTwitterMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Restaurants Will Outshine Retail Food Competitors in 2025 The restaurant industry is set to maintain its upward trajectory, outpacing other food retail sectors and solidifying its role as a dominant force in the U.S. economy. After surpassing $1 trillion in sales for the first time in 2024, the National Restaurant Association projects an even stronger 2025, with sales expected to hit $1.5 […] Grocerant Guru February 16, 2025February 16, 2025 4 min read RestaurantsTechnology & InnovationConsumersAIDept. GroceryData & InsightsEconomyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRAssociatesCompetitionDeliveryExecutivesDept. FreshStore LocationResults & InvestmentMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainStrategyShoppersPricing & PromotionsBrick and MortarMeta (Facebook)GovernmentDept. NonfoodCOVID19Twitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Steve Madden Buys Kurt Geiger for $364.1 Million Steve Madden has entered a definitive agreement to purchase UK-based Kurt Geiger footwear and accessories brand for £289 million ($364.1 million) in cash from a group led by private equity firm Cinven. Kurt Geiger is on an expansion path in North America; the company opened its fourth U.S. store last month, with another five in […] Retail TouchPoints February 15, 2025February 15, 2025 2 min read AcquisitionInternational - UKExecutivesMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelBrick and MortarInternationalOmnichannelConsumersMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Topgolf: Interactive, Participatory, and Fresh Fun Interactive, participatory fresh food experiences—particularly those featuring hand-held food for immediate consumption—continue to captivate consumers across all demographics, especially Millennials seeking discovery. According to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®, brands that fuse dining with immersive entertainment are driving innovation and securing long-term consumer engagement. Topgolf is a prime example of […] Grocerant Guru February 15, 2025February 15, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryGamingData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshConsumersPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageOperations & Supply ChainAIDept. NonfoodShoppersMeta (Facebook)Dept. PerimeterTwitterDeliveryDept. Adult BevDept. Toys & GamesESG and CSRPepsiCoRestaurantsTrends: Tech 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Compliance is Futile Without Transparency: 340B, MDRP, MFP Overlap Lead to Iceberg Ahead Today’s guest post comes from Angie Franks, CEO at Kalderos Angie describes the compliance challenges that stakeholders face in managing the complex interactions of the 340B Drug Pricing Program, the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program, and IRA’s Maximum Fair Price and inflation rebate provisions. She explains how clean, comprehensive claims data can resolve these issues. To learn […] Drug Channels February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaShoppersMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesEconomyBrokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Why Plan Sponsors and PBMs Are Still Falling Hard for Copay Maximizers Valentine’s Day is almost here! So, it’s time for our romantic review of plan sponsors’ sweetheart: the accumulators and maximizers that divert manufacturers’ copay support payments away from patients—and toward plans and PBMs. As of late 2024, more than 40% of commercially insured lives were in plans that utilize a copay accumulator or a maximizer. […] Drug Channels February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaVendorsMeta (Facebook)Brokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Prof G Markets: Spotify’s First Year of Profitability + Is Google Losing its Edge? Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Disney, Novo Nordisk and Uber’s earnings. Then they break down Spotify’s results and discuss Chappell Roan’s Grammy speech criticizing the music industry. Scott outlines how she could drive real impact in the industry, while Ed explains why he doesn’t think […] The Prof G Show February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaPodcastsMeta (Facebook)StreamingMarketing: BroadcastGoogleResults & InvestmentTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation From Tariffs to Tech: The Biggest Retail Trends You Can’t Ignore featuring NRF Retail Voices Marie Driscoll, Michael Zakkour & Sharon Yourell Lawlor Joining us for an insightful and fast-paced discussion of what’s new and next in retail today are Marie Driscoll, Sharon Yourell Lawlor, and Michael Zakkour, three of our fellow top Retail Voices by NRF. We leverage their deep expertise to get their perspectives on a wide-range of the industry’s most important topics, including the potential […] Remarkable Retail Podcast February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsGovernmentInternational - North AmericaIndustry Conferences and EventsTrends: RetailMarketing: Retail MediaWalmartAmazonDept. GroceryBrick and MortarMeta (Facebook)TikTokConsumersData & InsightsESG and CSRGoogleStreamingMarketing: BroadcastStrategyPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Tech Giants Plan Massive $320 Billion AI Spend for 2025 America’s tech giants could reportedly spend more than $320 billion on artificial intelligence (AI) this year. AI investments by the four biggest tech firms — Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft — jumped 63% last year, and will jump again for 2025, the Financial Times (FT) reported Friday (Feb. 7). However, the report added, investors are […] Pymnts.com February 9, 2025February 11, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIResults & InvestmentAmazonBigTechMeta (Facebook)GoogleExecutivesMetaverseTrends: TechGovernmentMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Restaurant Labor Costs at the Intersection of Service and Price In today’s hyper-competitive restaurant landscape, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction walk hand-in-hand. Yet, labor costs—a significant part of operating expenses—sit at the heart of every restaurant’s service and pricing strategy according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. At the intersection of service quality and price sensitivity, restaurants either win […] Grocerant Guru February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 4 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryShoppersAssociatesData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionThick DataStrategyTwitterPackagingCompetitionDept. OTCMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRDeliveryConsultingPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Revlon, Lids, Tubi and More Get in on Super Bowl Action with Unique Activations For brands, the Super Bowl has become more than just an annual sporting event — the Big Game is now a big moment for brands to make a splash and connect with consumers. A game-day ad is the traditional method, but increasingly, brands are thinking outside the 30-second ad spot with activations that lean into […] Retail TouchPoints February 8, 2025February 8, 2025 6 min read AITechnology & InnovationHoliday & EventsDept. ApparelConsumersDept. PetPop UpsDept. HBCMarketing: BroadcastStreamingFood DeliveryDoorDashMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesKraftHeinzMarketing: BrandMarketing: Digital MediaPartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaDept. NonfoodMeta (Facebook)Health & WellnessDept. Toys & GamesStrategyBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing What Marketers Would Do With an Extra $1 Million CMO Survey Results Share Post Share Email The post What Marketers Would Do With an Extra $1 Million appeared first on The CMO Survey. 0 Author Missing February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaThick DataExecutivesData & InsightsTwitterMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Today’s Rare Disease Launches Require the Right Specialty Pharmacy Partner Today’s guest post comes from Richard Faris, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy. Richard outlines the key factors for commercialization success when a manufacturer launches treatments for rare and orphan diseases. He explains the key considerations for choosing a specialty pharmacy network design, selecting the right pharmacy partners, and establishing patient services […] Drug Channels February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 2 min read Dept. PharmacyData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaStrategyShoppersMeta (Facebook)Brokers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Kia counterprograms Super Bowl with mobile game Promoted on Instagram and TikTok, the automaker’s Kia Squares effort looks to engage big game viewers beyond the duration of a traditional ad. MarketingDive February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaTikTokMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Game Day Glory: The Super Bowl is a Feast for Families and Foodies Alike When it comes to football’s biggest night of the year, there’s one thing every fan can rally behind—delicious food shared with family and friends. The Super Bowl isn’t just a game; it’s a celebration, a tradition, and an all-out feast! Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® wants you to enjoy […] Grocerant Guru February 6, 2025February 6, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryHoliday & EventsData & InsightsShoppersConsumersDept. FreshSustainabilityHealth & WellnessStrategyDept. RefrigeratedPackagingOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. PerimeterPepsiCoDept. DairyMeta (Facebook)Marketing: TradeMarketing: Social MediaGLP-1Dept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Sugro UK and KP Snacks combine to inform retailers with pioneering WhatsApp campaign Sugro UK, KP Snacks and b2b.store have worked together to complete “the first pre-sell campaign of its kind” using a wholesaler’s WhatsApp channel. Using functionality in b2b.store’s ProConnect Platform, Sugro UK trialled the new functionality with one of the key group members, R&I Jones. The… This story continues at Sugro UK and KP Snacks combine […] Talking Retail February 5, 2025February 5, 2025 < 1 min read International - UKMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Vertical Integration Redux: How Pharmaceutical Wholesalers Are Transforming the Buy-and-Bill Market (Video) ICYMI, the largest three pharmaceutical wholesalers—Cardinal Health, Cencora, and McKesson—are using vertical integration to build significant market positions in businesses beyond drug distribution. In the video clip below, I review the vertical integration status of the largest three pharmaceutical wholesalers, illustrated in the chart below. [Click to Enlarge] I also: Explain how wholesalers have strengthened […] Drug Channels February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)Health & WellnessEconomyData VisualizationBrokersAssociatesAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target is the Latest Company to Roll Back its DEI Initiatives Target announced that it’s rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion programs — including some that aim to make its workforce and merchandise better reflect its customers. In a memo sent to its employees, the Minneapolis-based retailer said it will end its three-year DEI goals, stop reports to external diversity-focused groups like the Human Rights Campaign’s […] Joe Keenan February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 < 1 min read TargetInclusivityAssociatesGovernmentCostcoExecutivesMeta (Facebook)WalmartMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsTractor Supply Company 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Prof G Markets: Meta & Microsoft Brush Off DeepSeek + Starbucks Stages a Comeback Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the White House’s employee buyout, Starbucks’ fourth quarter earnings, and the beta launch of T-Mobile’s exclusive Starlink deal. Then they break down Meta, Microsoft, and Tesla’s earnings, and examine why big tech has yet to adjust its spending plans in response to the DeepSeek drawdown. The Prof G Show February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)PodcastsAIRestaurantsResults & InvestmentStreamingMarketing: BroadcastBigTechTechnology & InnovationTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Rethinking Work: Our Interview with Rishad Tobaccowala Joining us to discuss his brilliant new book Rethinking Work: Seismic Changes in the Where, When & Why, is author, speaker, and trusted advisor Rishad Tobaccowala. Rishad returns to the pod to share important themes in how work is changing in profound ways and what leaders need to do to respond to emerging and powerful new […] Remarkable Retail Podcast February 4, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIGeneral BusinessInternational - North AmericaPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaWalmartDept. GroceryReturnsGovernmentResults & InvestmentRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsStreamingMeta (Facebook)StrategyTikTokGoogleGLP-1ESG and CSREconomyDept. ApparelData & InsightsBankruptcyAmazonMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Chili’s Comeback: A Return to Its Roots and Core Culture From its foundation in 1975 as a casual dining spot that catered to flavor-driven, value-conscious customers, Chili’s Grill & Bar has maintained its focus on delivering Ready-2-Eat and Heat-n-Eat fresh food options according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The brand, long admired for innovation and customer relevance, has […] Grocerant Guru February 2, 2025February 2, 2025 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersData & InsightsConsumersDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesEconomyRestaurantsSustainabilityMarketing: TradeTwitterMeta (Facebook)Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRConsultingTrends: MarketingStrategyDeliveryDept. FreshStore LocationDept. PerimeterMars Inc. 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Dollar General Food Focused Forward In periods of economic uncertainty, consumers traditionally tighten their belts, seeking affordable solutions for everyday needs according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Dollar General, long recognized as a discount retail powerhouse, is emerging as a key player in the grocery and food retailing sector—a remarkable evolution that has […] Grocerant Guru February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersDollar GeneralData & InsightsEconomyMarketing: Social MediaShoppersGovernmentDept. FreshHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19Marketing: TradeOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationMeta (Facebook)TwitterDept. FrozenESG and CSRTrends: Food and BeverageStrategyPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg Says ‘It Sucks’ That Internal Information Is Leaked by Employees In a leaked memo, it was revealed that Meta Founder Mark Zuckerberg will fire staff for leaking company info. RetailWire January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 < 1 min read Meta (Facebook)Associates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Unlocking AI’s Promise in Patient Support Programs Today’s guest post comes from Chris Apolito, Chief Strategy Officer, and Karina Castagna, Senior Vice President, Commercial Strategy at Mercalis. Chris and Karina describe four ways that artificial intelligence (AI) can improve patient access, affordability, and adherence. To learn more, join Mercalis for a complimentary webinar on March 13, 2025: Modernizing Patient Support: Harnessing Advanced […] Drug Channels January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 2 min read AITechnology & InnovationData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaStrategyExecutivesGovernmentMeta (Facebook)BrokersShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Meta Announces Robust Fourth-Quarter Earnings, Maintains Focus on AI Investments Meta continues to push advancements in AI and gadgets. RetailWire January 31, 2025January 31, 2025 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIMeta (Facebook)Results & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation AiAdvertising Announced the Launch of TADA AiAdvertising, Inc., an industry leader in AI-powered digital advertising solutions, announced the launch of the TADA, the next generation version of its Campaign Performance Platform (CPP), featuring a proprietary platform that speeds up workflows and provides a single console that unites audience targeting, creative production, media buying and performance. The newly released TADA platform includes […] Martechcube January 31, 2025February 4, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelMeta (Facebook)AcquisitionMarketing: Digital MediaStreamingAgenciesTargetGoogleESG and CSRDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsStrategyExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events 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 […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 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 […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights 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 […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked