Data & Insights How AI and Automation Will Transform E-Commerce Operations Online retail and e-commerce providers are struggling to meet shopper expectations amidst ongoing inflation, higher costs and lingering supply chain woes. A new independent survey that queried nearly 2,000 global shoppers found that 88 percent of U.S. and 79 percent of U.K. shoppers said that online retailers delivered poor experiences at least once in the […] 0 Author Missing March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationShoppersOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersCustomer ExperienceDeliveryMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsStrategyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOmnichannelDept. NonfoodReturnsAmazonTrends: TechESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: UGCOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Home Improvement Retailers Launch Webcast Join YipitData’s Peter Martin and Ryan Fick on 4/4 at 11:30AM ET for a webcast on the launch of our new Home Improvement Retailer dashboards (HD, LOW, TSCO, FND), followed by a live Q&A where you can get all your questions answered directly from our analysts. The team will discuss: New coverage capabilities for HD, […] 0 Author Missing March 27, 2024March 27, 2024 < 1 min read Data & InsightsOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FMI laying foundation to make grocers nonfoods destination JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Supermarket operators have sold nonfood products for decades, but they still aren’t getting their fair share of the business. Despite the frequent trips that shoppers make to the grocery store, the channel only accounts for 8% of volume in the health and beauty care, household products and general merchandise categories, according to […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. NonfoodDept. HBCExecutivesVendorsMarketing: In StoreStrategyMerchandisingConsumersData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: TradeOmnichannelResults & InvestmentPartnershipsOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataHealth & WellnessSustainabilityDept. PetTargetTechnology & InnovationSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) PLMA elects new board chair, directors NEW YORK — Kristal Sevcik, vice president of business development at AmeriQual Group LLC, has been elected chairperson of the board of directors of PLMA, the trade association for the global store brands industry. Sevcik, who most recently served as first vice chairperson, was chosen on March 21 at PLMA’s 2024 annual meeting and leadership donference […] MMR March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. GroceryExecutivesInternationalNestleInclusivityDept. PetDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Progressive Grocer’s 75th Consumer Expenditures Study is Insightful Insights of consumers are a tool that every marketing team can benefit from. In the case of Progressive Grocer, they go directly to shoppers to explore not only what they’re buying in supermarkets, but also why they’re making certain decisions. In a great article by Jenny McTaggart the insights are easy to absorb. Steven […] Grocerant Guru March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 12 min read ShoppersConsumersDept. GroceryDept. FreshIndustry Conferences and EventsData & InsightsBrick and MortarSustainabilityDept. NonfoodDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessEconomyDept. BakeryDept. DairyThick DataMarketing: PrintMarketing: In StoreOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. BeverageBOPISDept. RefrigeratedRestaurantsDept. Toys & GamesDept. OTCDept. PetCOVID19Dept. BabyWalmartKrogerMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStore LocationStrategyDeliveryMarketing: TradePhilanthropyPackagingMerchandisingResults & InvestmentMarketing: ShopperDept. HBCDept. LaundryTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FMI announces leadership promotions ARLINGTON, Va. – FMI, The For Industry Association, announced it is promoting key staff members to elevated roles. Krystal Register is promoted to vice president of health & well-being for her dedication and expertise in advancing initiatives that help connect the science of food and nutrition to overall health. Register has been especially instrumental in FMI’s […] MMR March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 2 min read Marketing: TradeDept. GroceryResults & InvestmentHealth & WellnessGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesTechnology & InnovationOwned Brands (Private Label)Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CHPA, Health In Hand Foundation name board members AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) and its 501c3 educational arm – the Health In Hand Foundation – today announced the election of new board members to both organizations during the association’s annual Self-Care Leadership Summit (SLS) in Amelia Island, Florida this week. “CHPA is fortunate to have top industry leaders […] MMR March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 2 min read Health & WellnessExecutivesConsumersNestleDept. OTCDept. HBCGovernmentOwned Brands (Private Label)Procter & GambleData & InsightsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Walmart pilots 3D weaving machines to produce garments for private label The retailer has partnered with fashion tech company Unspun in an effort to reduce apparel manufacturing waste. RetailDive March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. PerimeterDept. FreshDept. ApparelTechnology & InnovationSustainabilityOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Retailers Can Refresh Stale Triggered Campaigns Most of the conversations I have with retailers these days are about strategies to improve the performance of their tried-and-true triggered marketing campaigns — e.g., abandon browse, search and product campaigns. Retailers are aware that having triggers for shoppers who abandoned their cart, abandoned a search or browse is now pretty commonplace, and so the […] Sara Lapworth March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 4 min read ShoppersConsumersData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainReturnsMarketing: UGCMarketing: TradeTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsStrategyDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Jeff Needham receives CHPA’s Lifetime Achievement Award AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) awarded its Ivan D. Combe Lifetime Achievement Award to longtime industry leader Jeff Needham at the opening session of its annual Self-Care Leadership Summit (SLS)today in Florida. The Combe Award is the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. consumer healthcare industry. It recognizes the outstanding work and contributions of individuals whose lifetime of achievements […] MMR March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 3 min read ConsumersHealth & WellnessExecutivesData & InsightsOwned Brands (Private Label)Dept. HBCDept. OTCAmazonPredictions and ForecastsMergersEconomyInternational - UKPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationGovernmentWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Lean Cuisine lights up freezer aisle with Regina Hall for first campaign in 4 years Made with VML New York, the effort marks a substantial increase in marketing investment for the Nestlé-owned brand. MarketingDive March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 < 1 min read NestleOwned Brands (Private Label)Results & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Upside, Downside: How To Define Retail Responsibility The New York Times had a piece over the weekend about how young people, largely because of the impact of TikTok and other social media sites, have turned Sephora into a “retailer of choice.” According to the story, “Teenagers in the United States have said Sephora is their favorite beauty retailer, surpassing Ulta, according to […] MorningNewsBeat March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 2 min read ShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. HBCTikTokThick DataESG and CSRPredictions and ForecastsTrends: ConsumerResults & InvestmentOwned Brands (Private Label)ExecutivesConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights 5 Ways To Boost Your Retail Business Productivity Through AI Struggling to keep up with the pace of modern retail? You’re not alone. The retail landscape is evolving rapidly, and maintaining productivity can feel like chasing a moving target. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI) – your new strategic partner. Retailers are discovering that AI can do more than just data analysis. It’s time to harness AI […] Retail Minded March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsConsumersTech: CashierlessMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyDept. NonfoodConsultingDept. FuelDept. Natural / OrganicTrends: RetailOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsSustainabilityTargetMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger adds new seafood items to private brands lineup The new oven- and microwave-ready options span the grocer’s Private Selection, Kroger and Home Chef brands, and are presented as easy meal solutions that streamline seafood preparation. Grocery Dive March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read KrogerDept. FreshOwned Brands (Private Label)HomeChef 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Hudson’s Bay Brings Target Kids Brand to Canada Strategic brand partnerships and collaborations can help merchants raise brand awareness and expand into new markets. Target is partnering with Hudson’s Bay to bring its popular kids apparel brand, Cat & Jack, to Canada. Target made its official exit from Canada in 2015, with CEO Brian Cornell reporting that area of the business was “losing […] Retail TouchPoints March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read TargetInternational - North AmericaDept. PetMerchandisingBrick and MortarOwned Brands (Private Label)ExecutivesMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsConsumersRestaurantsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Target’s Cat & Jack kid’s apparel headed to Hudson’s Bay in Canada The owned brand of kids’ clothes is one of Target’s strongest, and will have a dedicated space in every Hudson’s Bay store. RetailDive March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 < 1 min read TargetDept. PetDept. ApparelInternational - North AmericaOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery - Natural Amazon’s Missteps with Whole Foods Market Again? While the acquisition of Whole Foods by Amazon in 2017 brought potential benefits, there have also been criticisms of Amazon’s approach, including our own Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions. Here are 8 points often mentioned: 1. Branding: Buying Whole Food aka ‘Whole Paycheck’ Amazon missed an opportunity to reposition […] Grocerant Guru March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 3 min read Whole FoodsDept. GroceryAmazonData & InsightsConsumersShoppersRegional GroceryMarketing: BrandDept. FreshBrick and MortarAcquisitionOwned Brands (Private Label)AgenciesMarketing: Retail MediaAssociatesKrogerMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: ShopperMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityDept. Perimeter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) US private label sales grew 6% last year, reaching $217B: report Sales have steadily risen since 2019, but units have plateaued somewhat since their peak in 2020, according to Circana. RetailDive March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read Owned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger Releases Q4, Annual Sales Figures Kroger said that its Q4 total sales, excluding fuel, declined 0.5 percent to $37.1 billion, from $34.8 billion during the same period a year ago. Same-store sales for the period were down 0.8 percent. However, operating profit grew to $1.19 billion from $826 million in the prior-year period, while Kroger digital sales grew more than […] MorningNewsBeat March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read KrogerEconomyShoppersDept. FuelConsumersDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageDept. GroceryExecutivesOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Here’s How Panda Express NRG Partnership Can Drive Interactive Participatory Customer Engagement Panda Express excels at customer focused interactive participatory engagement and it is one of their success clues that they continually build upon according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The Panda Express and NRG partnership will drive interactive and participatory customer trials according to Johnson. The collaboration offers several […] Grocerant Guru March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsPartnershipsDept. GroceryShoppersGamingESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsOwned Brands (Private Label)PepsiCoSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) Circana report: private brands surge amidst inflation CHICAGO—Private brands have experienced growth in the face of inflation, according to a new report from Circana, with sales surpassing $217 billion. The report, “CPG Private Brands Update,” provides an update on the store brand landscape, and identifies retailer opportunities to increase demand for their own brand and private brand offerings. “Private brands are increasingly […] MMR March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 2 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)ConsumersDept. BeverageEconomyDept. GroceryShoppersPredictions and ForecastsDept. RefrigeratedData & InsightsDept. HBCMerchandisingDept. Center StoreDept. AppliancesPackagingDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Restaurants have an Advantage is Selling Meals To-Go Grocery stores and Convenience stores may be selling more grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat meals and meal component that ever, however Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® strongly believes that restaurants hold several advantages over convenience stores (c-stores) and grocery stores when it comes to selling meals to-go: Specialization in […] Grocerant Guru March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsBrick and MortarDept. GroceryData & InsightsPackagingShoppersMarketing: In StoreDept. FreshMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 9 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesDept. FuelShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliHealth & WellnessSustainabilityEconomyGovernmentConsumersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. PharmacyMarketing: BrandDept. FreshReturnsMergersOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. BeverageData & InsightsExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherCustomer ExperienceCompetitionPress ReleaseUnileverDivestituresDept. PerimeterAlbertsons / SafewayDept. BakeryTargetRegional GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCBrick and MortarDeliveryTrends: ConsumerTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Kroger’s Q4 earnings beat expectations CINCINNATI—Kroger reported flat sales for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended February 3, but profits beat expectations. The retailer reported a $736 million profit on sales of $37.1 billion for the three-month period. Kroger noted that identical sales (excluding fuel decreased 0.8% in the quarter, while underlying identical sales without fuel increased 0.1%. The […] MMR March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 3 min read Results & InvestmentKrogerAssociatesShoppersPredictions and ForecastsDept. FuelReturnsSustainabilityExecutivesConsumersCustomer ExperienceOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsStrategyMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. FreshOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target to add paid membership program MINNEAPOLIS—As part of a revamp of its customer loyalty program, Target is launching a new paid membership program called Target Circle 360. The program, set to launch on April 7, includes unlimited free same-day delivery for orders over $35 in as little as an hour with no delivery fees or markups, free two-day shipping, access […] MMR March 6, 2024March 7, 2024 2 min read TargetShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainConsumersExecutivesDept. FuelMarketing: In StoreOwned Brands (Private Label)SustainabilityBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Target launches private label toy brand The retailer’s Gigglescape assortment will include stuffed animals, books and games priced at $20 or less. RetailDive March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 < 1 min read TargetOwned Brands (Private Label)MerchandisingDept. Toys & GamesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Aggregator and Former ‘Unicorn’ Thrasio Files for Bankruptcy Thrasio, one of the highest-profile Amazon “rollup” firms — so-called because they acquire Amazon third-party sellers en masse and roll them up into a larger entity to consolidate operations (and ideally scale profitability) — has filed for bankruptcy in an effort to “strengthen its financial position.” Thrasio said it will continue normal business operations for […] Retail TouchPoints March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 2 min read AmazonBankruptcyResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaShoppersOwned Brands (Private Label)COVID19Brick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) Private label sales hit a record in 2023 Store brands accounted for nearly 21% of grocery industry unit sales last year, an all-time high, according to newly released data from the Private Label Manufacturers Association. Grocery Dive March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 < 1 min read Owned Brands (Private Label)Data & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Dollar General is Selling a Lot of Food When you open your 20,000th store you are executing relevant brand messaging and at Dollar General were talking more and more about a lot of food according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Steve Deckard, Dollar General’s executive vice president of store operations and development, stated, “Today marks an incredible […] Grocerant Guru March 2, 2024March 4, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDollar GeneralData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshBrick and MortarConsumersHealth & WellnessTwitterTargetMeta (Facebook)Dept. NonfoodGovernmentExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainPhilanthropyStrategyShoppersResults & InvestmentVendorsOwned Brands (Private Label)ESG and CSREconomyDept. FrozenAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Key Takeaways from the Wiser Industry Leaders Brand Panel: Challenges and Adaptations Navigating the current retail landscape presents a unique set of challenges that retailers and brand manufacturers must face. One crucial theme addressed during a recent Customer Panel hosted by Wiser Solutions concerned the deficit of labor resources within the retail sector. Panelists highlighted the frustration with labor scarcity in an environment where consumer demands and […] Wiser Retail Strategies February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 6 min read Data & InsightsDept. NonfoodConsumersAssociatesShoppersOperations & Supply ChainEconomyPredictions and ForecastsOwned Brands (Private Label)StrategyPartnershipsCompetitionMerchandisingPackagingTrends: RetailMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationDept. ApparelAcquisitionLegal & CriminalTargetResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsDept. GroceryMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionHealth & WellnessGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Channel: Home Improvement Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Finance Operations & Supply Chain Home Depot Acquires SRS for $18.25B, Boosting Pro Sales Home Depot recently announced its acquisition of SRS Distribution for a whopping $18.25 billion. This hefty investment marks the company’s boldest stride yet to seize a larger share of the professional market, particularly targeting contractors and roofers. Written by RetailWire March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Channel: Grocery Kroger to close 3 e-commerce fulfillment facilities The grocer said it will shutter one Ocado-powered spoke in South Florida and two others in Texas in late May. Written by Grocery Dive March 27, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Charted: Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. This graphic visualizes the best and worst car brands in terms of brand loyalty. […] Written by Visual Capitalist March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Key Takeaways From Shoptalk Spring 2024 Shoptalk always brings the best and brightest minds of the industry together for four days packed with insights, networking opportunities, trend predictions and so much more. This year, the spring event in Las Vegas was no exception. But like many other major industry events, Shoptalk can feel like you’re sprinting a marathon — there’s so […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats Nike Pivots, Embraces Wholesale Once Again Amid faltering demand for shoes and clothing as well as slipping digital sales, Nike Inc. said last week that it will bank a lot more on the thing it has spent the past several years turning away from: other retailers. Executives discussed those plans on Nike’s earnings call, during which it announced that while fiscal […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked