Dept. Nonfood

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  1. Technology & Innovation

You Don’t Have Customers, you Have Fans, so Put on a Show

There’s a lot retailers can learn from the success of immersive location-based entertainment spaces this past year. The Sphere in Las Vegas reimagined concertgoing, giving music lovers 360 degrees of eye-popping real-time visuals synced to music; Meow Wolf has reimagined museum visits; and Hollywood is taking its first stab at immersing fans in their favorite […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

AI powered pricing and revenue optimisation firm Buynomics secures $30 million in Series B funding

Buynomics, a specialist in AI powered pricing and revenue optimisation founded in 2018, has raised $30 million in Series B funding. The round was led by Forestay Capital, with participation from Anais Ventures, VI Partners, and existing investors Insight Partners, Seedcamp, DvH Ventures, and Tomahawk Ventures. The cash will support global expansion, with a focus […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Electronics Reseller PayMore Opens 18 Stores in March; Plans to Double Store Fleet in 2025

PayMore has kickstarted a planned 2025 expansion of its store fleet by opening 18 new locations in March. The franchise retailer, which pays cash for customers’ used electronics, currently operates 71 stores in the U.S., Canada and the UK, but it plans to more than double that number to 150 stores by the end of […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

Lee Castleton to issue proceedings in the High Court against Post Office and Fujitsu

Former postmaster Lee Castleton OBE has instructed the Simons Muirhead Burton (SMB) legal team to issue proceedings in the High Court against the Post Office and Fujitsu. In 2007, Castleton, a legally unrepresented ‘litigant in person’, was subject to a High Court judgment obtained against… This story continues at Lee Castleton to issue proceedings in […]
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  1. Channel: Restaurants

Ikea to Open London Store Following Three-Year Environmental Renovation

Ikea will open its new store on London’s Oxford Street on May 1, 2025, featuring 62,430 square feet of retail space across three levels. The opening follows a three-year renovation of the building that included enhancing environmental performance by replacing gas-fired boilers with energy-efficient air source heat pumps and installing secondary glazing for improved insulation. […]
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  1. International

The Intersection of Data & Media with Canadian Tire’s Simone Lumsden

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Simone Lumsden, SVP of Triangle Loyalty & Retail Media at Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”), one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies that includes a retail segment, a financial services division and CT REIT. Their retail business is led by Canadian Tire, which provides Canadians […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD): Revolutionizing Coatings for a Brighter Future

Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) is crucial for creating thin films and coatings in material science and engineering. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a curious enthusiast, understanding PVD can open a world of possibilities in various industries, from electronics to aerospace. In this blog, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of PVD and its advantages & […]
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  1. Channel: Delivery

Instacart Debuts AI-Powered Tools to Supercharge Healthy Food Shopping

Instacart has introduced Smart Shop, which leverages generative AI and machine learning to create a more personalized grocery shopping experience. The platform also has unveiled AI-powered Health Tags that provide detailed nutrition information across its catalog, as well as curated Inspiration Pages featuring expert-backed health recommendations and shoppable recipes. The initial Inspiration Page was developed […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Strategikon Launches VISION 4.4 to Enhance Vendor Management in Clinical Outsourcing

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Strategikon, a leader in clinical trial outsourcing and vendor management solutions, has announced the launch of VISION 4.4, an advanced upgrade designed to provide biopharma and CROs with greater control, efficiency, and security in clinical trial vendor management. This release introduces enhanced system customization, improved data visualization, and advanced vendor role […]
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  1. Department & Category

Food Waste Action Week promotes benefits of loose fruit and veg

Gander has announced its support for Love Food Hate Waste’s Food Waste Action Week, running from 17 – 23 March 2025. Food Waste Action Week is the flagship annual event delivered by WRAP’s Love Food Hate Waste.  The campaign helps households develop the tools they… This story continues at Food Waste Action Week promotes benefits […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Macy’s to Adapt Best-Seller About Department Store Icons into TV Series

Macy’s has emerged as the winning bidder for the exclusive rights to develop Julie Satow’s best-selling book, When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion. The retailer plans to develop the non-fiction book into a fictionalized television series and is already on the hunt for a showrunner and talent. […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

How Foot Locker’s supply chain is lacing up for the future

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. ORLANDO, Fla. — Foot Locker’s investments in inventory accuracy, vendor relationships and cross-functional partnerships across its supply chain are key drivers of its multi-year transformation plan, executives said at the Retail Industry Leaders Association’s LINK 2025 conference last month.  The sneaker retailer […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Tariffs trigger ‘horrific’ plunge in consumer sentiment

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Consumer sentiment plunged more than forecast this month and expectations for long-term inflation soared at the fastest pace since 1993 as tariffs and other Trump administration policies stirred anxiety about a resurgence in price pressures, according to a consumer survey […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Top 10 Companies in Automotive Sensors Market

In the fast-paced world of automotive technology, sensors are crucial for enhancing vehicle safety, performance, and efficiency. These small devices are essential for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous driving, and overall vehicle intelligence. The global market for automotive sensor technologies is expected to grow from $37.8 billion in 2024 to $51.6 billion by 2029, […]
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  1. Associates & Employees

Don’t Wait for a Law to Compel You: Why Retailers Should Update Workplace Violence Policies Now

Retail industry executives have a profound and unique responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of their frontline employees. The recent enactment of New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act, which requires retail employers with more than 500 employees nationwide to provide personnel with panic buttons, marks a significant step toward enhancing worker safety. Although this […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Colorectal Cancer Screening and Diagnostics Market: A Comprehensive Overview

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers worldwide, affecting both men and women. Early detection through screening and diagnostics plays a critical role in reducing mortality rates, improving treatment outcomes, and enhancing overall survival rates. As the global awareness about colorectal cancer increases, so does the demand for advanced diagnostic […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Checkers & Rally’s Expands Frozen Food Court Options

  The evolution of the grocerant niche continues to reshape the landscape of food retailing, and Checkers & Rally’s latest expansion in the frozen food aisle is a testament to this powerful trend, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®.   The quick-serve brand, in partnership with Lamb Weston, is bringing […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Food retailers outshine general economy at start of 2025

Food retailers provided the UK with one of its few brighter spots in January as the economy overall shrank by 0.1%, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Manufacturing output fell by 1.1% but retail food sales held up thanks to people going out… This story continues at Food retailers outshine general economy at […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop Growing Relevance

  For centuries, salt has played a crucial role in human survival, serving as both a preservative and a vital nutrient. Research has consistently shown that sodium is essential for maintaining proper hydration, nerve function, and muscle contractions. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, many studies have indicated that […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Google Shopping gets smarter with a suite of AI tools

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Customers can now virtually try on multiple makeup products at once based on beauty trends and draw inspiration from generated AI images. Published March 13, 2025 A customer tries on a “soft glam” makeup look with Google Shopping’s virtual try-on. The search engine updated its AI tools to include more options for […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Dollar General trims Popshelf fleet amid store footprint review

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Dollar General plans to close 96 of its namesake stores and 45 Popshelf stores, the company said Thursday as part of its Q4 earnings announcement. The retailer also plans to convert six Popshelf stores to Dollar General in Q1. At […]
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  1. Data & Insights

The Playlist That Sells: Music Strategy, AI Trust & Team Games

Ever noticed how the right song can put you in the mood to shop? You’re not imagining it! This week, we’re unpacking research showing how strategic in-store music can boost your sales by a whopping 37% and keep customers browsing longer. We’ll also dive into why shoppers are still giving AI shopping assistants the side-eye […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

A Familiar Story: Hedge Funds Win While Consumers and Food Retailers Suffer

  In what is shaping up to be yet another chapter in the long history of private equity reshaping American retail, Walgreens Boots Alliance deal with Sycamore Partners is not going to benefit consumers of the legacy brand according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The potential buyout, which could […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Roblox CEO Talks AI Game Generation, Child Safety, And Virtual Cash Allowances

As Generative AI moves from text and image generation to video and 3D rendering, the technology may soon be able to create video games with a few prompts. That’s what Roblox CEO David Baszucki told me in our our Big Technology Podcast conversation this week. Baszucki wants to leverage the “enormous amount of data” the […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Shielding Stores from Gun Violence: The Need for Smart Security Measures

Gun violence is an escalating crisis that extends beyond headlines — it’s affecting everyday shopping experiences. The ZeroEyes Gun Research Center has analyzed nearly 1,200 gun-related incidents in retail environments this year alone. Major retailers like Walmart and CVS have experienced events ranging from armed robberies to violent altercations, contributing to a culture of fear […]
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  1. Department: HBC

Rare Beauty’s chief marketer on winning Gen Z through community-oriented marketing

This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. AUSTIN, TEXAS — It wasn’t until nearly five years after it launched that Rare Beauty, the beauty and cosmetics line founded by Selena Gomez, ran a major ad campaign. When the effort debuted last fall, the celebrity-led upstart was by then estimated to be […]
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  1. Merchandising

Retail Incubators vs. Retail Accelerators: Key Differences for Product Startups

Starting a product-based business is exciting but incredibly challenging—particularly when navigating the competitive retail landscape. For many startups, retail incubators and accelerators offer a path to growth, providing guidance, resources, and access to a network of industry professionals. But what’s the difference between the two? And how do you decide which is the best fit […]
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Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […]
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Kroger Announces Resignation of CEO Rodney McMullen

The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned from the Company following a Board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics.
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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 […]
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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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