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  1. Department: Nonfood

Post Office transactions in August show sustained demand for cash

New figures reveal Post Offices handled £3.61bn in cash deposits and withdrawals in August. The total cash deposits value totalled £2.7bn, a slight decline compared to July’s record-breaking numbers, but a year-on-year increase of +9.2%. Cash withdrawals amounted to £934m, a 8.1% rise year-on-year. Demand… This story continues at Post Office transactions in August show […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Surf anounces brand relaunch

Surf is relaunching its liquid and capsule detergents with new and improved ‘joy infused’ fragrances, made with essential oils that are designed to be “mood boosting, and sensorial pack designs”. A spokesperson for the brand said: “The revamped range taps into the ‘Joy Economy’ which… This story continues at Surf anounces brand relaunch Or just […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Prof G Markets: Why Are Millionaires Moving Abroad? + The Biggest Deals in Podcasting

Subscribe to Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify  Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the UK’s investigation into Microsoft’s Inflection acquihire, as well as Nippon Steel’s potential acquisition of US Steel and Andreesen Horowitz’s decision to close its Miami office. Then Scott shares his thoughts on why millionaires are flocking to the Middle […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Rethinking Work.

This post provides an update and a request before we return to regular posts next week. The Update For the past 18 months I have been working on my second book which after having been edited, fact checked, proof read and indexed by a team at HarperCollins is ready to go into production in Hardcover, […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Amazon Fresh: The Copycat Grocer Abandoning Innovation for Imitation

  From the outset, Amazon has been synonymous with innovation. The company disrupted the entire retail landscape with its commitment to price competitiveness, customer-centric operations, and an unmatched logistical network. Now then according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes, in a perplexing pivot, Amazon Fresh has devolved into a […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

The Growing Pet Wellness Market: Trends and Opportunities for Retailers

By Matt Simon, Executive Director, Retail  Ask any pet parent and they’ll likely agree: The saying “you’re only as happy as your saddest child” doesn’t just apply to the parents of humans. Our Shopper Insights Survey found 86% of respondents in households with a dog or a cat said their pets contribute to their overall […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

In Vitro Diagnostics Quality Controls: Safeguarding Precision in Diagnostics Worldwide

introduction: In vitro diagnostics (IVD) have become indispensable in modern healthcare, helping clinicians diagnose, monitor, and treat diseases precisely. These tests are crucial in patient care, from detecting infectious diseases to assessing chronic conditions. But behind every accurate and reliable test lies a robust system of quality controls (QCs), ensuring that these diagnostic tools deliver […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

The cloud hosting dilemma: navigating the options for your business

Deciding on cloud hosting for your business can feel like venturing into a labyrinth of technical jargon and endless options. With promises of scalability, cost-efficiency, and security, the cloud offers undeniable benefits, but how do you choose the right path for your business? The truth is, cloud hosting isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Different businesses have […]
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  1. Data & Insights

From Reactive to Proactive: Predictive Analytics in Retail

Predictive analytics is revolutionizing the retail industry by shifting the business approach from reactive to proactive. Utilizing historical data, predictive models forecast future trends, customer behaviors, and potential market changes, allowing retailers to anticipate and prepare rather than simply react. Understanding Predictive Analytics Predictive analytics involves using data, statistical algorithms, and machine learning techniques to […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

How to Get My Invention Developed in The U.S.

In 2024, product development is still going strong. If you’re an aspiring inventor with a great idea that could change the world, you might wonder how to make it a reality. So, how do you bring an invention to life? This article will guide you through the process of developing your idea. It will start […]
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  1. Department: Nonfood

Three huge National Lottery jackpot draws to drive sales this week

Allwyn, operator of The National Lottery, has today confirmed three big jackpot draws will provide huge sales-driving opportunities this week – as Paris 2024 draws to a close, with the Paralympic Games finishing this Sunday (8 September). Allwyn previously announced its summer-long ‘Paris 2024’ campaign… This story continues at Three huge National Lottery jackpot draws […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Catching up with Confer With: these are our biggest retail technology articles on LinkedIn this week

We’re big fans of LinkedIn and are busy building an amazing community of retail tech enthusiasts on the social media platform. As we head towards the 20,000 followers mark, these are the articles that are currently on their radars, including Partridge Jewellers, Red Ant, East of England Co-op, RELEX Solutions, Iceland, Oh Polly, Order Editing, […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Need to Know: Why do we need cross-media measurement?

When we read about cross-media measurement in the trade press or hear industry leaders talk about it at industry conferences, it’s often presented as a distant dream that will never fully materialize. The media world is always going to outpace our ability to measure it, the thinking goes, and rather than chasing the ultimate solution, […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Stability AI’s best image generating models now in Amazon Bedrock

Starting today, you can use three new text-to-image models from Stability AI in Amazon Bedrock: Stable Image Ultra, Stable Diffusion 3 Large, and Stable Image Core. These models greatly improve performance in multi-subject prompts, image quality, and typography and can be used to rapidly generate high-quality visuals for a wide range of use cases across marketing, […]
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  1. Agencies & Vendors

What Can You Expect from Your RangeMe Subscription?

Whether you are a startup brand looking to get your products into retail or foodservice for the first time, or a more established brand looking to expand your distribution, at some point, you will come across RangeMe and ask yourself, “Is a RangeMe subscription worth it?” The purpose of this post is to give you […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Best Visualizations of June on the Voronoi App

At the end of 2023, we publicly launched Voronoi, our free new data discovery app! The initial response from both users and creators has been incredible. We now have millions of in-app views, and there are already more than 1,500 interesting visualizations to discover, many of which will never be published on Visual Capitalist. For […]
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  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit

How Food Marketing Partnerships and Sponsorships Drive Restaurant Sales: The Little Caesars Playbook

  With back to school it’s the perfect time to begin comminating fall food marketing programs according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. In 2024 more than in past years, marketing partnerships and sponsorships have become critical tools for driving sales, particularly in takeout, delivery, and meal pick-up options. As […]
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  1. Department: HBC

Ulta slashes guidance again on flat sales and declining comps

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Ulta Beauty’s net sales growth all but came to a standstill in Q2, with the metric edging up just 0.9% in the quarter, to $2.6 billion. Comps at the beauty retailer fell 1.2% as transactions declined and average tickets were […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Navigating the Future of Loyalty: Innovative Strategies for Engagement, Rewards and Unveiling the Differences Ahead

Loyalty programs have long been a staple of the business world, offering incentives and rewards to engage and retain customers. However, as consumer expectations evolve and technology advances, these programs are undergoing a significant transformation, with brands on the hunt for seamless backend solutions to help them foster lasting connections that transcend the transaction. From […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Conversion Rates, Revenue, and CX

As Labor Day approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect on last year’s performance to anticipate what we might expect this year. In this newsletter, we’ll dive into key insights on conversion rates, revenue trends, and traffic patterns in the furniture and mattress industries during the holiday weekend. Additionally, we’ll explore the latest challenges in […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Connecting the dots on climate change

Case study Connecting the dots on climate change The power of local media in reaching audiences and driving awareness on climate change during extreme weather events. Contact us Introduction Understanding local media’s reach during extreme weather events Nielsen collaborated with Climate Central, a policy-neutral non-profit climate science organization, to assess the presence of accurate and […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

How to master your inventory management

If you want to stay afloat as an e-commerce business, you need to do more than just make consistent sales. When the sales start coming in, great – but the more popular your site becomes, the more cracks will become exposed in a poor inventory setup. Effectively tracking and managing your stock is key to […]
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Walmart Tops List of Leading US Retailers By 2023 Sales

Walmart leads Forrester’s 2023 US retailer ranking, with Amazon in second. The top 10, representing 38% of total retail sales, remain unchanged from 2022. Walmart has once again secured the top position in Forrester’s annual ranking of the 67 largest US retailers (ranked by 2023 US net retail sales), with Amazon following closely in second […]
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