Department & Category Worth Reading: The Pervasive Food Influence of Big Tobacco The Washington Post has an extensive story about a new study suggesting that tobacco companies that “hooked people on cigarettes by making their products more addictive” used those same strategies to get people hooked on processed foods. An excerpt: “In the 1980s, tobacco giants Philip Morris and R.J. Reynolds acquired the major food companies Kraft, […] MorningNewsBeat September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationMondelezExecutivesDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Product Launch of the Year 2023 Winner: Confectionery WINNER! Twirl Xtra Mondelēz International In February, Cadbury expanded its popular Duos range by bringing its bestselling singles product into this increasingly popular format. Twirl Xtra features even more of the velvety Cadbury Twirl chocolate consumers know and love, with two longer pieces of chocolate in each consumer pack. The total duos market is growing by […] Talking Retail September 20, 2023September 21, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. BakeryConsumersMondelezInternational 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger remodels Houston store with Hispanic focus [[“value”:” Kroger has revamped a Signature store in Houston to include several features geared toward the area’s majority Hispanic population, according to reporting from the Houston Chronicle. In addition to bilingual signage, the newly remodeled store also includes some unique product offerings, including the chain’s first-ever assortment of fresh, store-made ceviche. The ceviche […] Supermarket News September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 2 min read KrogerDept. FreshDept. BeverageRegional GroceryStore LocationInternational - North AmericaConsumersMondelezDept. GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreHealth & WellnessPublixDeliveryPartnershipsBrick and MortarDept. ApparelStore FormatDept. DairyDept. FrozenHEBInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mondelez sees opportunity in baked snacks segment Company envisions major growth for Oreo brand. Food Business News September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 < 1 min read Mondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart’s Item Availability Architecture: Solving for scale and consistency By Michael Prescott This blog post is the last segment in a three-part series that outlines our innovative approach to overcoming inventory challenges, delving into the application of product design, machine learning, and engineering technology. Here are Part-1 and Part-2 of the series if you want to catch up. In the first part of this series, we explored the […] Instacart News September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 8 min read InstacartDeliveryMondelezShoppersMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsCOVID19ESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainAITwitterMeta (Facebook)Store LocationCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsSustainabilityAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Worth Reading: Aisles Of Lies Yesterday we took note of the lawsuit challenging fast feeders on the grounds that their advertising of various products is not consistent with the actual items. Well, the challenge is spreading. The New Yorker has a piece this week entitled “The Lies In Your Grocery Store,” which describes how one lawyer is targeting products sold […] MorningNewsBeat September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Natural / OrganicDept. GroceryLegal & CriminalDept. BeverageTargetShoppersPepsiCoMondelezKellogg'sDept. FreshDept. BakeryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Creating And Managing Brand Portfolios Many marketers seek to obtain financial benefits from their brands by using the awareness, attitudes, affection, and loyalty associated with these brands by “extending” the brand to new and different products and product categories. Procter and Gamble used its Tide brand, which was associated for many years with a single powdered detergent, to expand into […] Branding Strategy August 28, 2023August 28, 2023 4 min read StrategyMarketing: BrandShoppersConsumersProcter & GambleTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionResults & InvestmentDept. HBCDept. ApparelDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessMondelezPricing & PromotionsRestaurants 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Forever 21 parent and Shein strike deal to distribute both companies’ products [[“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Shein has inked a deal with Forever 21’s operator that would allow the fast fashion rivals to distribute each other’s products through both companies’ digital and retail channels, according to a news release Thursday. Under the deal, Shein will hold […] RetailDive August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 2 min read Dept. ApparelPartnershipsShoppersExecutivesAssociatesGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentLegal & CriminalConsumersStart UpsBrick and MortarBankruptcyDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationMondelezAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Independent Retailer + Sellers Conference Announces Session to be Held at ASD Market Week ASD Market Week, the nation’s premier consumer goods trade show connecting retailers and vendors across categories that include home goods, apparel, accessories, beauty and more, will once again welcome the Independent Retailer + Sellers Conference produced by Retail Minded. Among the speakers at the upcoming Independent Retailer + Sellers Conference include the following industry leaders: […] Retail Minded August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIAmazonPartnershipsExecutivesConsumersMondelezAcquisitionDept. ApparelDept. HBCDept. NonfoodVendorsMerchandisingOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Walmart hits drone delivery milestone and celebrates with Oreo related publicity stunt Walmart reports that it has surpassed 10,000 safe drone deliveries and is revealing the most popular item delivered in this way – the Oreo Family Size Pack. In celebration of the milestone, the US retail giant has teamed up with Oreo to create a two foot version of the well known cookie and film what […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub August 16, 2023August 16, 2023 2 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationWalmartMondelezMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryExecutivesTwitterOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Ritz-Carlton revamps digital experience to reflect ‘fresh era’ for the brand The new website’s magazine-style, mobile-friendly format includes editorial content and video components. MarketingDive August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 < 1 min read MondelezDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Wolverine Worldwide fires CEO as company reports weak Q2 [[“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Wolverine Worldwide said Thursday that it has terminated CEO Brendan Hoffman and named Christopher Hufnagel president and CEO. Hufnagel joined the company in 2008, has served as president since May and previously held multiple leadership roles at Wolverine. Hufnagel joined Wolverine in 2008 “and […] RetailDive August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 3 min read ExecutivesDept. ApparelAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. PetInternationalPartnershipsStrategyResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsDivestituresMondelezDept. NonfoodData & InsightsConsumersTargetAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mondelez sees ‘significant impact’ from cakes and pastries sales Company eyes 10% market share. Food Business News August 4, 2023August 4, 2023 < 1 min read Mondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Ecommerce Marketing Strategies Driving Digital Shelf Transformation “The digital capabilities required to execute in this domain are playing a crucial role to increase ROI [return on investment] and impact the shopper journey.” — Mert Damlapinar, Principal of CPG Digital Commerce Acceleration, EPAM Systems Digital now affects everything in commerce, and its impact continues to grow. According to Forrester, digitally influenced sales accounted […] Digital Shelf Institute July 31, 2023July 31, 2023 9 min read MerchandisingConsumersTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsOmnichannelPodcastsShoppersStore LocationStrategyDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentInternationalCompetitionDept. HBCDept. GroceryESG and CSRCOVID19GoogleThick DataMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: TradeMondelezPartnershipsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Summers Without Hunger deemed a success SALISBURY, N.C. – Food Lion today announced that the Summers Without Hunger campaign surpassed its goal by providing more than 17.5 million meals toward diminishing food insecurity among the grocery retailer’s neighbors and their children. The campaign was aiming to provide 16 million meals this year through its partnership with hunger-relief organization Feeding America and […] MMR July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryAhold DelhaizePartnershipsPhilanthropyShoppersPepsiCoAssociatesKellogg'sKraftHeinzMarketing: In StoreUnileverPress ReleasePredictions and ForecastsGeneral MillsMondelezExecutivesConsumersCoca ColaVendors 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
CPG: Food Oreo and Super Mario team up to defeat Bowser with limited-edition cookie The Mondelēz brand and Nintendo franchise are releasing 16 limited-edition cookie embossments, with Bowser being the most rare. MarketingDive June 27, 2023June 27, 2023 < 1 min read Mondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces OffBeat: The Authentic Sunny Randall Longtime MNB readers know that I have a strong affection for the work of mystery writer Robert B. Parker. I met him several times, interviewed him once (in 1986, over beers in the bar of the original Ritz Carlton in Boston, one of the cooler things I’ve done in my career), and I got to […] MorningNewsBeat June 23, 2023June 23, 2023 4 min read GovernmentUnileverSustainabilityShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMondelezMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage 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 […] MMR June 8, 2023June 12, 2023 4 min read Dept. BeverageConsumersDept. GrocerySustainabilityHealth & WellnessDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationProcter & GambleRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaDept. HBCDept. Adult BevDept. OTCCOVID19Data & InsightsPackagingDept. FreshTrends: Food and BeverageEconomyCoca ColaGooglePricing & PromotionsPepsiCoInclusivityInsight ProvidersMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMondelezOperations & Supply ChainStrategyResults & InvestmentShoppersTrends: ManufacturerESG and CSRUnileverDept. LaundryCPG: Adult BeverageDeliveryData VisualizationBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food CPG companies recognized for efforts to cut GHG emissions General Mills and Mondelez among companies to make inaugural list. Food Business News May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 < 1 min read MondelezGeneral Mills 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Retail TouchPoints Reveals Latest 40 Under 40 Award Winners Retail TouchPoints and Design:Retail have unveiled the 2023 winners of the annual 40 Under 40 Awards, representing a dynamic and diverse class of executives who have contributed to industry progress. The 40 Under 40 Awards have evolved to spotlight the personal and professional accomplishments of executives across the retail industry — from store design to CX […] Retail TouchPoints May 23, 2023May 24, 2023 3 min read ExecutivesTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelRestaurantsCannabisCustomer ExperienceShoppersInternationalMarketing: ShopperStrategyMarketing: Social MediaMerchandisingStreamingMarketing: TradePhilanthropyRecommercePartnershipsMondelezMarketing: BroadcastSustainabilityTrends: RetailAldiCPG: Adult BeverageData & InsightsDept. Adult BevDept. ApparelDept. HBCWalmartIndustry Conferences and EventsLowesAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mondelez demonstrates commitment to mindful snacking Company highlights ESG progress in new report. Food Business News May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 < 1 min read MondelezESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Mondelēz International Advances Its “Snacking Made Right” ESG Goals Confirms progress in mission to lead the future of more sustainable snacking Reaffirms accelerated focus to provide transparent and measurable information for stakeholders on goals, policies, initiatives and programs through credible reporting Continues to create long-term value for business through ongoing investments in sustainability priorities Mondelez May 16, 2023May 17, 2023 < 1 min read InternationalMondelezESG and CSRSustainabilityPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Mondelēz International’s SnackFutures Announces Third Cohort of Brands to Participate in CoLab Start-Up Program CoLab is designed to build a venture pipeline of early-stage snack brands This year’s focus is on start-ups that are doing disruptive things to make snacks delicious Nine participants will receive access to Mondelēz International’s experts, global network, and a $20,000 grant Mondelez May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 < 1 min read InternationalDept. GroceryStart UpsMondelezDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Mondelez R&D innovation center opens Company invested $50 million in the facility. Food Business News May 3, 2023May 3, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationMondelez 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Mondelēz International Opens Doors to New Global R&D Innovation Center WHIPPANY, N.J., May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) today celebrated the grand opening of its new Global Research & Development (R&D) Innovation Center in Whippany, New Jersey. The state-of-the-art facility, which is supported by an investment of nearly $50 million, includes pilot and scale-up capability for cookies, crackers and candy […] Mondelez May 1, 2023May 1, 2023 < 1 min read InternationalMondelezTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentPepsiCoConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Mondelēz International Reports Q1 2023 Results First Quarter Highlights Net revenues increased +18.1% driven by Organic Net Revenue1 growth of +19.4% with underlying Volume/Mix of +3.2% Diluted EPS was $1.52, up 149.2%; Adjusted EPS1 was $0.89, up +17.3% on a constant currency basis Cash provided by operating activities was $1.0 billion, in line with prior year; Free Cash Flow1 was $0.9 […] Mondelez April 28, 2023April 28, 2023 < 1 min read InternationalMondelezHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Mondelēz Snack Display competition winner revealed Last year, Mondelēz International launched their brand-new website for retailers: Snack Display. To celebrate its launch, a competition was opened giving retailers the chance to win an incredible £1,000 worth of Mondelēz International stock. Treats up for grabs included bars and tablets of nation’s favourite chocolate, Cadbury, top-sellers from heritage favourites Maynard Bassets and packs […] Talking Retail April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 < 1 min read CompetitionMondelezDept. GroceryInternational 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Cadbury rolls out limited edition mint Twirl Cadbury Twirl is launching a brand-new limited-edition flavour, Twirl Mint to tap into the growing mint flavour category. The mint chocolate category is worth £66m and new flavour launches are one of the key drivers of sales within the chocolate confectionery category, especially among younger shoppers. The new addition also achieved an exceptional overall liking score […] Talking Retail April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 < 1 min read MondelezDept. BakeryShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Vegans Rejoice Plant Based Carmel Candy O’ YES If you are one of the millions of consumers searching for both vegan and or dairy free new food products, today is your day. Do we have something sweet for you! Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, stated, technology and years of trial an effort have combined to create both an […] Grocerant Guru April 19, 2023April 19, 2023 3 min read Health & WellnessData & InsightsDept. GroceryDept. DairyTrends: Food and BeverageConsumersDept. BeverageDept. Natural / OrganicDept. FreshDept. RefrigeratedPartnershipsDept. FuelMondelezPepsiCoTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department: Adult Beverage Department: Beverage Department: HBC ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Hy-Vee launches RedMedia omnichannel retail media network Hy-Vee launched the full-scale version of its retail media network, called Hy-Vee RedMedia, at the Groceryshop 2023 conference this week in Las Vegas. The West Des Moines, Iowa-based retailer described the platform as a disruptor in the retail media landscape that will connect brands directly with Hy-Vee’s customer base across multiple platforms, including both online […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Food Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Start Ups Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Instacart stock languishes after IPO Instacart saw its share price erode in the two days following its initial public offering, after it rose 12.7% in its first day of trading on the NASDAQ exchange. The stock settled down to just slightly over its IPO price of $30 per share on Wednesday, its first full day on the exchange, then ranged […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Retail Media Metrics #30DaysofRetailMedia | Day 21: Retail Media Metrics Metrics help brand advertisers measure retail media effectiveness. Key performance indicators (KPIs) span the full marketing funnel, as consumers can enter anywhere. Brand advertisers: 🎯 Choose KPIs according to their objectives📊 Measure baseline results for meaningful comparisons🌟 Review their metrics for data insights to optimize their processes and […] Written by Lisa Goller September 21, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Shopper & Customer CPG companies aim to make recycling simpler for consumers Dispelling consumer confusion around plastics recycling, investing in local programs and embracing molecular technologies are some of the current steps the Consumer Brands Association and its members are taking to create a sustainably packaged future. Written by Supermarket Perimeter September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events The big chill: Holiday retail sales 2023 expected to slow Experts predict slow growth in 2023 holiday sales as consumers tighten their belts in a tough economy, but e-commerce will remain a bright spot. Stores are filling with displays of holiday decorations and holiday-themed merchandise as retailers eagerly prepare for the annual shopping surge, but consumers may not be as excited. Forecasts for 2023 holiday […] Written by Future of Commerce September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked