Technology & Innovation Shein Designer Incubator Program Showcases Sustainable Fashions Shein has handpicked six U.S.-based designers to develop the first apparel collections for the EvoluSHEIN by Design program, which aims to accelerate the use of preferred materials and scale responsible manufacturing processes. Designers were selected based on their passion and their adherence to EvoluSHEIN by Design standards. Garments must consist of at least 30% preferred […] Retail TouchPoints September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityDept. ApparelGovernmentAssociatesResults & InvestmentESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaStart UpsPackagingOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery In Washington State, Intensive Scrutiny Of Kroger-Albertsons Deal The Seattle Times has a piece about the proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons by Kroger, and the companies’ saying that they will sell 413 stores, including 104 in Washington State, to C&S Wholesale Grocers in order to get Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approvals. While Kroger has pledged that it will not close any stores […] MorningNewsBeat September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read KrogerRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayBrick and MortarStore LocationGovernmentAcquisitionMergersAssociatesCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainShoppersPredictions and ForecastsC&S Wholesale GrocersDivestituresCostcoWalmartDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Sustainability ‘embedded’ in operations at Pilgrim’s Pride Company details advancements as part of sustainability report. Food Business News September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Ethical Sourcing Storytelling: Why it’s Important for Retailers and Brands Fair Trade month is observed in October to raise awareness about fair trade practices and products. It’s a time to celebrate ethical and sustainable shopping and support products that prioritize fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmental responsibility. When products are sold as Fair Trade Certified, a fraction of the sale returns to the producer […] RangeMe September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 4 min read SustainabilityAssociatesConsumersDept. FreshDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainVendorsCOVID19ReturnsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryESG and CSRResults & InvestmentGovernmentDept. LaundryLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Dissolving martech? Tech stack aggregation brings more power to marketing, more control to IT Was it John Lennon who wrote, “Imagine there’s no martech, I wonder if you can?” I may be misremembering that lyric. But it’s what came to mind when I saw the above chart. It’s from a new Gartner report, 4 Actions to Improve Martech ROI, and it reveals a pretty dramatic shift in ownership of […] chiefmartec September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 6 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsShoppersInclusivityMarketing: Social MediaInsight ProvidersDept. NonfoodAcquisitionExecutivesESG and CSRVendorsAssociatesData VisualizationConsumersPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsStrategySustainabilityTikTokTrends: MarketingMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media The Digital Metrics That Matter for Commerce Success Today DSI “Not all sales are created equal. We’re kind of starting a new startup cycle. At the same time, I don’t want to say ending the old cycle, but you’re slowing down the traditional cycle. We have to invest ahead of the curve, or we won’t be around to use what we already have.” — Chris […] Digital Shelf Institute September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 9 min read Marketing: Retail MediaMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainConsumersResults & InvestmentOmnichannelSustainabilityPodcastsDeliveryPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsCOVID19Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPartnershipsShoppersStrategyAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CVS Health appoints Michael F. Mahoney to its board of directors [[“value”:” CVS Health Corporation has appointed Michael F. Mahoney, Chairman and CEO of Boston Scientific Corporation, a global medical technology leader, to serve on the Board of Directors of CVS Health, effective November 1. “Mike’s focus throughout his career – to drive improvements in health outcomes and increase access to care – align […] Supermarket News September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessCVSExecutivesDept. HBCInternationalTechnology & InnovationConsumersResults & InvestmentJohnson & JohnsonOperations & Supply ChainStrategyAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain TreeHouse Foods seeking more cookie manufacturing capacity Private label manufacturer sees additional opportunity in the category. Food Business News September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Wisdom From Frankie Five Angels Earlier this week I did a FaceTime in which I expressed a certain amazement with stories about how many men spent a lot of time on a regular basis thinking about the ancient Roman empire. I mentioned that I’m not one of those men – I maybe think about it when watching “Gladiator” and “A […] MorningNewsBeat September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 6 min read Health & WellnessAmazonDept. GroceryDept. BeverageGovernmentDeliveryShoppersConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRestaurantsCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainPodcastsInternational - UKKraftHeinzKrogerExecutivesPartnershipsStrategyEconomyMarketing: BroadcastDept. Adult BevBrick and MortarAssociatesSustainabilityLegal & CriminalTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing OffBeat: Tucci Magic I’ve been fascinated this week to see how Stanley Tucci has launched a new collection of cookware in partnership with Williams-Sonoma. To be clear, I’m a fan of all things Tucci. Not just because we grew up in the same part of the world – in Westchester County, New York. (Though I’m about six years […] MorningNewsBeat September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryStreamingConsumersAmazonPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance LesserEvil snags investment to aid growth efforts Snacks maker to add to manufacturing operations. Food Business News September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Casey’s General Store Technology Solutions Make Us Better Casey’s General Stores continues looking a customer ahead entering into new technology partnerships that will reduce ‘pain-points’ for both customers and employees according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Casey’s is upgrading its foodservice program with two new technology solutions that will streamline operations and while adding convenience to the ordering […] Grocerant Guru September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 3 min read Casey's General StoresTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsShoppersExecutivesBrick and MortarAIPackagingDept. BeverageAssociatesGovernmentPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsPress ReleaseRestaurantsDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery 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 […] Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaShoppersOmnichannelData & InsightsPartnershipsConsumersMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsIndustry Conferences and EventsCustomer ExperienceDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTrends: MarketingDept. HBCESG and CSRHealth & WellnessBig DataMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainTargetDept. PharmacyAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery 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 […] Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 2 min read InstacartDeliveryResults & InvestmentStart UpsWhole FoodsRegional GroceryKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationConsumersAmazonDept. FreshCompetitionEconomyAcquisitionOcadoAssociatesBrick and MortarFreshDirectOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Starring Asda, Walmart, and Decathlon: RTIH’s biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including autonomous stores, virtual commerce, Just Walk Out tech meets RFID, and phone shops reinvented. 1. Pixevia works with […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaWalmartTwitterBrick and MortarAmazonShoppersTech: CashierlessExecutivesDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook)Trends: TechInternational - UKDeliveryStore LocationCustomer ExperienceTescoStore FormatOperations & Supply ChainConsultingStrategyBest BuyDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. Grocerysocial commerceInternational - North AmericaLegal & CriminalAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Food and Beverage Retailer Holiday Hiring Tips It’s that time of the year to begin hiring for the holiday season. With the battle for share of stomach continuing to drive a wedge between restaurants, grocery stores, and convenience stores the companies that are not understaffed will win this holiday season. Today Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® […] Grocerant Guru September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 9 min read AssociatesTechnology & InnovationAIData & InsightsDept. GroceryHoliday & EventsDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaShoppersStrategyTargetMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and MortarESG and CSRMeta (Facebook)Operations & Supply ChainPartnershipsPepsiCoPricing & PromotionsRestaurantsSustainabilityThick DataTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Limited Role of AI in Ecommerce In today’s digital age almost all of us have experienced the thrill of clicking “add to cart” and the subsequent anticipation of our purchases arriving. Yet many of us may not reflect on the multitude of interactions and emotions that succeed that singular moment. Underlying these experiences is the invisible hand of artificial intelligence, steering […] Retail TouchPoints September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersData & InsightsDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsConsumersOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAcquisitionDept. ApparelExecutivesWeatherOwned Brands (Private Label)StrategyTargetUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Navigating the Challenges of Rapid Growth When Scaling Tech Startups Imagine you’re at the helm of a tech startup—a brilliant idea, a small team, and the boundless energy of entrepreneurship fueling your journey. You’ve worked tirelessly to develop a product that fills a gap in the market, and suddenly, it happens: your startup takes off like a rocket. Rapid growth is a dream come true, […] Erika Cruz September 21, 2023September 25, 2023 3 min read SponsoredTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentAssociatesShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsLegal & CriminalCustomer ExperienceAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Post-DTC Boom: Fashion Founders Embrace Agility and Collaboration to Thrive As the dust settles on the direct-to-consumer (DTC) boom, a new era of fashion entrepreneurship emerges, characterized by an innovative approach to company building within a transformed industry landscape. Vogue Business delves into the remarkable journeys of these visionary founders, exploring the uncharted avenues they tread upon to achieve growth, while also seeking insights from […] Polly Wong September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 2 min read Dept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsShoppersAcquisitionMarketing: Social MediaConsumersSustainabilityMeta (Facebook)Pricing & PromotionsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainESG and CSRMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. NonfoodDept. FreshData & InsightsAgenciesTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Safeguarding Brand Integrity and Trust Amid Counterfeit Concerns Counterfeiting is a pressing concern for businesses globally, transcending all sectors and demographics. It affects the brick-and-mortar, catalog, and e-commerce sectors and undermines customer retention, service, management, merchandising, mobile, and omnichannel integration. It encompasses everything from fake consumer goods to fraudulent copies of digital products. This rising tide of counterfeiting is fueled by an intricate […] Scott Scully September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 3 min read Legal & CriminalConsumersShoppersInternationalOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelAIPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: BrandMerchandisingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: PrintMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsGovernmentExecutivesDeliveryblockchainPackaging 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain How Ben Bridge Uses Subscription Diamond Inventory Tech to Propel Growth Engagement ring spending in the United States rose 9.2 percent in 2022 year-over-year, according to the latest data from The Wedding Report, and another 2 million-plus weddings are likely for 2023. As a result, there are going to be lots of young couples walking into jewelry stores with that gleam in their eyes, ready to […] Kristina Stidham September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 2 min read Operations & Supply ChainConsumersTechnology & InnovationAmazonShoppersPepsiCoAcquisitionCompetitionData & InsightsBrick and MortarStore LocationTargetInternational - North AmericaMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingPartnershipsResults & InvestmentGoogle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery UFCW cites ‘echoes of Haggen’ in proposed C&S deal The United Food and Commercial Workers union on Wednesday expressed deep concerns about the proposed acquisition of 413 Kroger- and Albertsons-owned stores by C&S Wholesale Grocers. “It looks like Haggen 2.0,” said Kim Cordova, president of UFCW Local 7 in Colorado and Wyoming, referring to Haggen’s 2015 implosion after acquiring 146 Safeway and Albertsons stores […] Supermarket News September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 4 min read Albertsons / SafewayAcquisitionBrick and MortarRegional GroceryAssociatesMergersKrogerData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainGovernmentShoppersDept. GroceryStore LocationResults & InvestmentConsumersC&S Wholesale GrocersExecutivesLegal & CriminalPredictions and ForecastsBankruptcyDept. Fresh PreparedCOVID19Dept. DeliMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food WinCo Foods partners with Invafresh to optimize fresh operations [[“value”:” WinCo Foods has selected the Invafresh grocery platform to optimize the company’s fresh operations across multiple departments, starting with deli, food service and seafood divisions, to reduce shrink, improve in-stocks and deliver a fresher experience to customers. WinCo was looking for a solution to automate production planning to deliver optimal on-shelf availability […] Supermarket News September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 2 min read Dept. FreshTechnology & InnovationAIOperations & Supply ChainDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedDept. GroceryData & InsightsPartnershipsRegional GroceryStrategyAssociatesExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterMerchandisingSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Otrium and Bleckmann launch garment repair partnership following three month pilot Digital fashion outlet Otrium has launched a garment refurbishment and repair programme for damaged returns following a pilot scheme. The initiative is being run in partnership with Bleckmann, a specialist in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands. Most of the returns that Otrium currently receives can be easily restored and put back on […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 2 min read PartnershipsSustainabilityData & InsightsDept. ApparelReturnsTechnology & InnovationRecommerceOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsPackagingESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Charts: U.S. Manufacturing Trends Q3 2023 Census Bureau surveys of U.S. manufacturers reported stable revenues and “average” overall business performance. The post Charts: U.S. Manufacturing Trends Q3 2023 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce. Practical Ecommerce September 20, 2023September 21, 2023 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Prime Members Could Get New Healthcare Benefits Business Insider reports that Amazon is considering internal proposals that would integrate its One Medical healthcare services into Prime membership, offering discounted prices that would simultaneously add value to Prime while expanding the One Medical customer base. Also consideration is creating a new subscription track for One Medical. According to the story, “Internally, the new […] MorningNewsBeat September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 2 min read Health & WellnessAmazonShoppersConsumersWhole FoodsStreamingPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Digital MediaDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Amazon To Hire 250,000 Season Employees This Holiday Season Amazon said yesterday that it plans to hire 250,000 full-time and part-time employees in a variety of roles during the upcoming holiday season. John Felton, Amazon’s senior vice president of Worldwide Operations, said in a prepared statement that “whether someone is looking for a short-term way to make extra money, or is hoping to take […] MorningNewsBeat September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 < 1 min read AmazonHoliday & EventsAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessExecutivesDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Restaurant Meals and Meal Components Drive Grocerant Growth Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food continues to drive top-line sales and bottom-line according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Restaurants from fast food outlets to fine dining establishments are currying favor with consumers seeking an answer to the age–old question; What’s for Dinner. They are doing that by […] Grocerant Guru September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 3 min read ConsumersRestaurantsDept. GroceryGoogleData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryAssociatesDept. Adult BevTwitterMeta (Facebook)Dept. FreshCompetitionAIExecutivesEconomyESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing From followership to friendship: strategies for creating connection on TikTok In the ‘Insight to Impact with Mintel Consulting’ series, thought leaders on our Marketing Intelligence team expand on research and insights identified in Mintel Comperemedia research. Today’s article is inspired by Compremedia’s Winning Strategies: Key Brand Opportunities on TikTok, and explores platform content recommendations for CPG, beauty and retail brands. There is no denying the […] Mintel September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 5 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokConsumersData & InsightsRestaurantsESG and CSRDept. LaundryTargetTechnology & InnovationCOVID19ConsultingDept. HBCStrategyAcquisitionHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodHome DepotMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The True Cost of Loyalty: Why it’s Crucial for Retailers to Protect Loyalty Data Loyalty is big business. In the U.S., research has shown that there are over 3.3 billion loyalty memberships. Programs span across almost all markets, from supermarkets and restaurants to beauty and hospitality. For organizations, a loyalty program that resonates with consumers can set them apart from competitors. Last year, for example, Starbucks told investors that […] Erfan Shadabi September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 3 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionLegal & CriminalConsumersShoppersPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationStrategyRestaurantsExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainInternational - UKDept. HBCEconomyMarketing: TradePricing & PromotionsDept. NonfoodConsulting 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