Trends & External Forces Amazon launches first fleet of final mile e-cargo bikes in UK Working with the London Borough of Hackney, Amazon has launched its first UK micromobility hub for more sustainable deliveries in Central London. E-cargo bikes and walkers from the facility, along with Amazon’s electric fleet already on London’s roads, will make over five million deliveries a year across more than 10% of the city’s Ultra Low […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub July 4, 2022July 4, 2022 2 min read International - UKAmazonSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: SocialDeliveryTwitterShoppersGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Wincanton announces multimillion-pound robotics investment to bolster ecommerce capabilities Wincanton has made a multimillion-pound investment in autonomous mobile robot (AMR) technology to accelerate its ecommerce capabilities. This new fleet of 48 collaborative robots gives the supply chain firm greater… The post Wincanton announces multimillion-pound robotics investment to bolster ecommerce capabilities appeared first on Latest Retail Technology News From Across The Globe – Charged. ChargedRetail July 4, 2022July 4, 2022 < 1 min read Tech: RoboticsTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentInternational - UKTrends: TechOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain 1/3 Of US Retailers Are 8 weeks Away From Going Bust Due To Supply Chain Issues *80% of retailers have been hit with supply problems in the last year; *52% of shops and ecommerce brands have experienced stockouts, resulting in a loss of sales; *Supply crisis has added 23% to retailers’ costs over the last year and 51% have put up prices as a result; * Results are from a new […] Retail Minded July 3, 2022July 3, 2022 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainInternational - UKThick DataShoppersMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationData & InsightsGoogleBig DataStrategyTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodDeliveryKellogg'sResults & InvestmentBigCommerceShopifyHoliday & EventsExecutivesPartnershipsBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing 2022 Mid-Year Retrospective with Sri & PVSB In this episode, Sri & PVSB engage in some rank punditry as they explore the state of the CPG/Retail industry half way into 2022. Topics they cover: State of omnichannel – ecommerce or store – who is winning? Implosion of immediate delivery vertical The emergence of live streaming & video Influence of digital content on […] The CPG Guys July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 < 1 min read PodcastsMarketing: Retail MediaCryptoStreamingDeliveryMarketing: Digital MediaOmnichannelCoca ColaRestaurantsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionNFTTechnology & InnovationMarketing: In StoreKellogg'sData & InsightsCOVID19Big Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Wayfair Participates in Autonomous Trucking Pilot Along Dallas-Houston Corridor Home furnishings retailer Wayfair will be part of a six-week autonomous delivery pilot this July and August along the I-45 corridor between Houston and Dallas. J.B. Hunt Transport Services will deploy the Waymo Driver solution, and will use J.B. Hunt 360 technology to automate processes such as check calls and transactions. “Real-time testing with customers […] Retail TouchPoints July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainTrends: TechAutonomous VehiclesDeliveryShoppersStore LocationMarketing: SocialSustainabilityData & InsightsBOPISBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodESG and CSRExecutivesBig DataWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Ron Johnson’s Enjoy Technology Files for Bankruptcy, Set to be Sold Ron Johnson, CEO and co-founder of Enjoy Technology Back in 2016, Ron Johnson was asked in a fireside chat at Shoptalk about the biggest mistake he had ever made. His response: “Going to JCPenney.” Prior to his failed stint as JCPenney’s CEO, Johnson was riding high as the chief architect of the Apple Retail concept […] Retail TouchPoints July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationBankruptcyExecutivesConsumersGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainAcquisitionIndustry Conferences and EventsMarketing: SocialInternational - UKPartnershipsData & InsightsResults & InvestmentDept. Consumer ElectronicsBig DataTargetDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B expanding frozen foods DC H-E-B is adding 325,000 square feet of space to its frozen foods distribution center in Temple, TX. The grocery giant needs to expand as it opens more stores in the Dallas/Forth Work area. H-E-B expects the expansion to be completed by 2024. RetailWire July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 < 1 min read HEBDept. FrozenPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Marketplace Equipment Leasing 101: Pros and Cons (+ The Types of Leases You Can Use To Your Advantage) Equipment leasing allows businesses to access often costly equipment to execute business operations without the upfront costs. Here’s what to consider. More Shopify July 2, 2022July 2, 2022 < 1 min read ShopifyMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Amazon cancels, delays wave of warehouse plans as e-commerce demand cools Shifts in plans have affected at least 13 facilities, including locations in Texas, Florida, Louisiana, Tennessee and California, according to local news reports. RetailDive July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer A Friction-Free Retail Experience: Fact or Fantasy? The disruption and shifting demands of the past 24 months have elevated retail’s focus on the “consumer experience,” as e-commerce transformed the way retailers do business and forced large-scale technology adoption and innovation. But while it may seem like the shift to experience-focused retail delivery happened overnight, these changes were already underway, even before the […] Sunder Pillai July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 3 min read ConsumersShoppersTechnology & InnovationBOPISCustomer ExperienceCustomer ExperienceCOVID19Brick and MortarAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDeliveryEconomyMetaverseOmnichannelDept. ApparelTrends: Tech 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart wraps up largest-ever Open Call BENTONVILLE, Ark. — More than 1,100 businesses from across the country pitched their products made, grown or assembled in the United States to Walmart and Sam’s Club merchants at Walmart’s ninth annual Open Call on June 30. Preliminary results indicate that more than 330 of those pitches resulted in a deal for businesses to sell […] MMR July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 2 min read WalmartExecutivesKellogg'sOperations & Supply ChainEconomyTargetResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Kohl’s Ends Sales Talks With FRG, Citing Uncertain Retail and Financial Environment Kohl’s is off the sales block following the end of talks with Franchise Group (FRG), which has been the highest bidder for the company since the retailer began seeking a buyer in January 2022. When exclusive acquisition negotiations began in early June, FRG proposed $60 per share for Kohl’s, a valuation of $8 billion, eventually […] Retail TouchPoints July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 2 min read Results & InvestmentSustainabilityWalgreensEconomyDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainAcquisitionBig DataData & InsightsExecutivesPricing & PromotionsShoppersInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Tensions mount as dockworkers contract nears its end Dockworkers and West Coast port operators are pledging to negotiate in good faith with the goal of reaching an agreement quickly on a new contract. Those dependent on the success of these negotiations, like retailers and transportation companies, are not so optimistic after a couple of years of continual supply chain disruptions. RetailWire July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Household Income Distribution in the U.S. Visualized as 100 Homes Household Income Distribution in the U.S. Visualized as 100 Homes Income inequality and wealth disparity have been frequent topics of conversation, even before the pandemic upended the economy. Now, rising inflation and interest rates, and a possible recession on the horizon are bringing these societal divides into sharp focus. In the above visualization, U.S. households […] Visual Capitalist July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 3 min read Dept. NonfoodEconomyConsumersOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Dept. BeverageResults & InvestmentData & InsightsBig DataPredictions and ForecastsProcter & GambleDept. GroceryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Ikea’s Wim Blaauw talks major digital transformation push Ikea is currently undergoing the biggest digital transformation in its almost 80-year history. “We are realistic. We know that the first thing that springs to mind are “big blue boxes” when people think of us, and not technology or digital innovation,” says co-Chief Digital Officer Wim Blaauw. “When I joined the digital organisation two years […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersInternational - UKCOVID19SustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StoreInclusivityExecutivesData & InsightsBig DataAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Robotic palletizers, depalletizers enhance worker safety, increase efficiency As the pandemic has had unforeseen impacts on beverage manufacturing, experts note that advanced palletizing systems have helped warehouse operations increase efficiencies while bringing returns on investment. Bevindustry.com Commentary July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationTech: RoboticsOperations & Supply ChainReturnsDept. BeverageResults & InvestmentCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How Organizations Can Embrace A Challenger Mindset When you think of challenger brands, you’d be forgiven for associating them with scrappy startups and companies so small that agility doesn’t come with compromise. Because the essence of being a challenger is often associated with the underdog and overtaking market leaders with smart strategy, it’s easy to align their characteristics with rising stars. While […] Branding Strategy July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 4 min read StrategyMarketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationConsumersStreamingDept. NonfoodSustainabilityDept. Toys & GamesInclusivityAssociatesMarketing: SocialConsultingDept. FuelData & InsightsMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsPhilanthropyPredictions and ForecastsProcter & GambleResults & InvestmentMarketing: Digital Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer It’s Time We Make E-Commerce More Human The pandemic sucks. Bold statement. I know, I know. Our relationship with COVID-19 feels like the most toxic relationship you could imagine. Once we think we’re close to done with cancellations, quarantines and masks, one of those pesky little variants pops up and forces itself back into our lives. We grab our belongings (I imagine […] Zach Holmquist June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read ShoppersConsumersCOVID19Dept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationAssociatesMarketing: SocialData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceConsultingCustomer ExperienceProcter & GambleBig DataTrends: ConsumerAmazonDept. Toys & GamesHoliday & EventsMarketing: MobileOperations & Supply ChainShopifyTech: AIThick DataTikTokAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Tackling the Disruptions and Scarcity of the Supply Chain We’ve all noticed many of the things we buy are in short supply. From our favorite foods to furniture, items that once seemed to be in abundance on store shelves or online are out of stock and often come with lengthy waitlists. Pandemic-induced supply chain plagues — like chip shortages, labor shortages, and backlogged cargo […] Gabe Grifoni June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationAssociatesCOVID19StrategyPredictions and ForecastsVendorsConsumersData & InsightsDept. GroceryEconomyMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Retail workers want better options to manage availability, holiday and pay Retail employees are seeking better workplace technology solutions to manage their availability, holiday and pay, according to research by Fourth. The company’s new whitepaper is built on two surveys. One was of 502 retail workers in the UK, and the second was of 251 HR, digital transformation, IT, finance and operations decision makers at senior […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: SocialTwitterAssociatesTrends: TechHoliday & EventsInternational - UKBig DataData & InsightsCOVID19Results & InvestmentOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainTrends: RetailStrategyBrick and MortarConsumersMeta (Facebook)RestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsInternationalPartnershipsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain H-E-B to add frozen distribution to warehouse in Temple, Texas Expansion project expected to get under way by year-end Supermarket News June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain State of Logistics 2022: Third Party Logistics (3PL) Third Party Logistics (3PLs) march onward. SupplyChain247 June 30, 2022July 1, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Viewpoint: The state of logistics is out of sync Once again authored by global management consulting firm A.T. Kearney in partnership with CSCMP and Penske Logistics, the SoL has become known as the most comprehensive report of its kind, encapsulating the cost of the U.S. business logistics (USBL) system during the previous year (2021) and offering a snapshot of how economic conditions are shaping […] SupplyChain247 June 30, 2022July 1, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsEconomyConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Video: How and Why We Built the Momentum Commerce App Earlier this year, Momentum Commerce, announced the launch of app.momentumcommerce.com. This platform contains Amazon reporting, insights, and advanced strategic tools – all carefully designed to help brands understand what is happening in their Amazon business, why it happened, and what they should do to grow. The new Web-based software connects multiple years’ worth of Amazon […] Momentum Commerce June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonData & InsightsMarketing: SocialDept. NonfoodBig DataTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Why retailers need to take back control of their channels Retail is now omnipresent – but so are rising costs. After two years of reacting to unprecedented events, retailers need to regain control of their agendas and understand the impact on their margins, says Martyn Cole, Director of Commercial Operations at Retail Directions. Retailers have done an astonishing job over the last couple of years. […] Modern Retail June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read International - UKOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing 5 Mistakes Brands Make In Their Prime Day Prep Gary Hammerschlag is a Team Lead at Bobsled. Each year, Prime Day becomes increasingly more substantial as customers continue to purchase online inventory by the masses. It is one of the key opportunities for brands to invest in a huge revenue boost. But despite Prime Day’s growing popularity and burgeoning resources that are made available […] Bobsled Marketing June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsAmazonOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Preparing For a Tough Economy? Your Whole Workforce Needs Data Skills Business leaders have been on a wild ride since early 2020, and now economists predict a challenging road ahead. It’s never been more important to empower every worker with the data they need to understand, analyze, and make decisions. Why? Data-literate workforces create data-driven companies with higher revenue, better customer service, best-in-class efficiency, and better […] Salesforce June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read Data & InsightsBig DataData VisualizationAssociatesInsight ProvidersEconomyShoppersTechnology & InnovationCustomer ExperiencePredictions and ForecastsStreamingDept. NonfoodCustomer ExperienceOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Procter & GambleAI / MLMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BroadcastThick DataConsultingESG and CSRMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategySustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces NRF: Economy slowing but recession is unlikely in near term WASHINGTON – The U.S. economy’s rate of growth is slowing, but consumers remain financially healthy and the nation is unlikely to enter into a recession during the remainder of 2022, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz said Thursday. “I am not betting on an official recession in the near term, but the most recent […] MMR June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read EconomyConsumersAssociatesDept. NonfoodRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19Data & InsightsBig DataOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationShoppersDept. FuelMarketing: SocialGoogleExecutivesThick DataTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing XY Retail secures seed round from Monta Vista Capital PoS and omnichannel commerce solution startup XY Retail has closed a $4 million seed round led by Monta Vista Capital with participation from Stage 1 Ventures. The cash will be used to accelerate the company’s global roll-out of its XY platform to luxury brands. The aim is to help them digitise their enterprises and manage […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 2 min read Marketing: SocialOmnichannelResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainShoppersTwitterTechnology & InnovationAssociatesBig DataExecutivesData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceCustomer ExperiencePricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingMarketing: PrintBrick and MortarVendorsStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Revolutionary Retail: Supply Chain & Inventory Management In this episode of Revolutionary Retail, our panelists explore the impact COVID-19 had on the labor market and supply chain, emerging retail technology, and the importance of implementing this new technology to improve customer experience. Panelists: Susan Walsh, GM and CTO, US Retail and Consumer Goods at Microsoft Cathy Hotka, Retail Insider at Cathy Hotka […] Rethink Retail June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainBig DataData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAssociatesCOVID19Customer ExperienceCustomer ExperienceConsumersExecutivesShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants CPG: NonFood Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: HBC ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces How the KFC Crocs shoe became the hottest item at Fashion Week The KFC x Crocs Clogs sold out quickly after New York Fashion Week influencer event, winning KFC an award in the ‘Events: New Product or Service Launch’ category of Ragan’s 2021 Media Relations Awards. After grabbing attention with its Extra Crispy Sunscreen, fried chicken-scented scratch ‘n’ sniff Valentine’s Day cards, and an 11 Herbs & […] Written by PR Daily July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Holiday & Events The 2022 Back to School Survey: 1,400 Moms Talk BTS Shopping What do you get when you combine one of the largest shopping events of the year with historic levels of inflation, stock shortages, and labor issues? We’ll tell you exactly what you get… You get the 2022–23 Back to School (BTS) shopping season. As noted in Field Agent’s Back to School Success Kit: How Brands […] Written by Field Agent July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Consumers rank planetary health over population health Issues related to transparency and building consumer trust have led Innova Market Insights’ trend reports for several years. Now those trends are zeroing in on sustainability with a shift in key consumer concerns about the environment. Written by Food Business News July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Kohl’s Ends Sales Talks With FRG, Citing Uncertain Retail and Financial Environment Kohl’s is off the sales block following the end of talks with Franchise Group (FRG), which has been the highest bidder for the company since the retailer began seeking a buyer in January 2022. When exclusive acquisition negotiations began in early June, FRG proposed $60 per share for Kohl’s, a valuation of $8 billion, eventually […] Written by Retail TouchPoints July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Department: Foodservice Underground Donut Tour Launches in Dublin Today, the Underground Donut Tour, the World's Best Donut Tour, is launching their first tour within the European Union, specifically, in Dublin, Ireland. The Underground Donut Tour has been running for 7 years across the US and the UK, including Chicago, Philadelphia, New York City, Portland, Seattle, Boston, Nashville, New Orleans, London and now adding Dublin to our roster. Hosting thousands of guests from around the world and showcasing the best doughnuts each city has to offer. Written by PR Newswire July 1, 2022July 1, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked