Department: Food Impossible Foods has always claimed to bleed red, now its label will The plant-based pioneer announced new packaging at Natural Products Expo West to attract more meat lovers to its burgers, sausages and chicken. RetailDive March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read PackagingTrends: Food and BeverageIndustry Conferences and EventsHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Protecting Your Ideas and Designs as a Product Startup As a product startup, one of your most valuable assets is your intellectual property. This includes any original ideas, designs, or branding elements that set your products apart from others in the market. Without proper protection, these assets are vulnerable to being copied or used by competitors without your permission. In this blog post, we […] Retail Bound March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 3 min read GovernmentPackagingMarketing: BrandStrategyMarketing: In StoreLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Hand Held Food for Immediate Consumption Will Drive Casey’s General Stores Growth At the intersection of consumers trends, pizza delivery success, and branded line extensions Casey’s General Stores have added new hand-held food menu items for immediate consumption is a perfect fit Edifying its consumer focused grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared menu in the minds-eye of the consumer, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® […] Grocerant Guru March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryCasey's General StoresDept. Fresh PreparedConsumersData & InsightsBrick and MortarDept. BakeryDept. FreshPackagingPredictions and ForecastsShoppersDept. BeverageDept. DairyRestaurantsPartnershipsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. FuelSustainabilityAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Sustainability Beyond Slogans: Actionable Strategies for Retailers In 2024, the demand for sustainable practices in retail is more than just a trend; it has become a fundamental shift in consumer expectations and regulatory requirements. Consumers increasingly make purchasing decisions based on a company’s environmental impact, looking beyond the surface to see which brands are committed to making a difference. Concurrently, governments worldwide […] Mike Szczesny March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 3 min read SustainabilityConsumersESG and CSRPackagingOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarConsultingDeliveryStrategyData & InsightsMarketing: In StoreShoppersGovernmentPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Recycling technology firm Polytag builds on Ocado Retail, Aldi, Co-op tie-ups with Series A funding round Polytag has secured Series A seed funding for its mission to transform the recycling industry across the UK and Europe. The undisclosed investment builds on partnerships with major UK retailers, including Ocado Retail, Aldi, and Co-op. Polytag’s technology offers real-time visibility and insights into single-use packaging throughout its lifecycle. Using its QR codes and Invisible […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 2 min read SustainabilityTechnology & InnovationOcadoPackagingData & InsightsResults & InvestmentDeliveryRegional GroceryStart UpsAldiInternational - UKPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsExecutivesESG and CSRDept. Nonfood 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
Shopper & Customer Reasons Why Grocerants Are Gaining Steam It is at the intersection of cooking dinner/a meal at home, ordering takeout, or buying fresh prepared meals or meal components from a grocery store, restaurant, convenience store, dollar store etc. that the concept of the “grocerant,” continues to thrive in the minds-eye of the consumer according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, […] Grocerant Guru March 6, 2024March 6, 2024 3 min read ConsumersData & InsightsDept. GroceryDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshRestaurantsDept. DeliHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarDept. PerimeterPackagingMarketing: In StoreNestlePepsiCoShoppersSustainabilityMerchandisingTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How to Use Data to Drive Your Retail Product Launch Launching a new product in the retail space can be a daunting task. With so many factors that can potentially impact the success of your launch, it’s important to use every tool at your disposal to ensure its success. One of the most powerful tools you have is data. Data-driven decision making has become increasingly […] Retail Bound March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsTargetStrategyMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRShoppersPredictions and ForecastsPackagingTrends: RetailTechnology & InnovationPartnershipsMarketing: In StoreDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer UK Homeware Trends Report The UK homeware market has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability in recent years, having faced the extended hiatus of the COVID-19 outbreak and a cost of living crisis which squeezed budgets back to the essentials. The high interest rates of 2023 also impacted homebuyers – a key target market for this sector. Despite these challenges, […] Mintel March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 4 min read ConsumersInternational - UKESG and CSRSustainabilityBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaPackagingPredictions and ForecastsShoppersResults & InvestmentHoliday & EventsDept. FreshData & InsightsDept. ApparelCOVID19Dept. PerimeterDeliveryDept. GroceryDept. NonfoodHealth & WellnessMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainPhilanthropyTargetTechnology & InnovationEconomyTrends: Consumer 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Macy’s Confirms Receipt of Revised Acquisition Proposal Macy’s confirmed on Sunday that it received a revised proposal from two of its major investors, Arkhouse Management Co. and Brigade Capital Management, to acquire each of the remaining shares in Macy’s they don’t already own for $24 per share — up from an earlier offer of $21 per share — for a deal value […] Melissa Campanelli March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 < 1 min read AcquisitionResults & InvestmentData & InsightsCompetitionAssociatesBrick and MortarEconomyPackagingPredictions and ForecastsLegal & CriminalShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Advancements in Vegan Packaging: Navigating 2024’s Thriving Plant-Based Market Trend projections for this year herald plant-based diets as a pivotal cornerstone in today’s modern dietary preferences. The surge in the launch of over 1,610 new vegan products in 2023 alone echoes a resounding consumer sentiment; that many of us are leaning toward simpler, less processed foods that prioritize value and sustainability. In this article, […] Retail TouchPoints March 2, 2024March 2, 2024 4 min read PackagingHealth & WellnessConsumersDept. GroceryTrends: Food and BeverageSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesDept. Natural / OrganicMarketing: BrandDept. BeverageShoppersOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)Dept. DairyInclusivityInternational - UKExecutivesDept. FreshDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces “Shrinkflation” In The Spotlight The New York Times has a piece about the impetus for shrinkflation, and the underlying economics. “Companies are downsizing products without downsizing prices, and consumer posts from Reddit to TikTok to the New York Times comments section drip with indignation at the trend, widely known as ‘shrinkflation’,” the story says, noting that “the practice isn’t […] MorningNewsBeat March 2, 2024March 6, 2024 2 min read GovernmentEconomyCOVID19Data & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsConsumersDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaPackagingStrategyTikTokDept. BeverageDept. FrozenDept. PaperInternational - North AmericaAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Can Darden Restaurants Missteps of the past Help Light the Path Forward Time and time again we all stumble. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that good companies are simply better at recovering from those stumbles. Let’s take a look at Darden Restaurants, the parent company of Olive Garden and other popular restaurant chains, has faced its share of challenges and […] Grocerant Guru March 1, 2024March 1, 2024 4 min read RestaurantsData & InsightsShoppersCOVID19SustainabilityDept. GroceryCustomer ExperiencePricing & PromotionsResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainPackagingTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevMarketing: TradeConsumersPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: UGC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Food Packaging With Forever Chemicals No Longer Sold in US Food packaging coated in forever chemicals will no longer be sold in the United States. The Food and Drug Administration reports that grease-proofing materials containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are being phased out completely. RetailWire March 1, 2024March 7, 2024 < 1 min read PackagingDept. GroceryGovernment 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
Technology & Innovation From Concept to Consumer: The Journey of Device Design, Development, and Retail The journey from a simple sketch on paper to a tangible, state-of-the-art device combines creativity, precision, and technological expertise. But how is it accomplished? Selling a product to retail involves numerous steps, spanning from idea conception and production to placing it on store shelves. Depending on factors like product complexity, manufacturing timelines, distribution logistics, and […] Retail Bound February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationConsumersOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: BrandTargetDept. NonfoodPackagingShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRStrategyDept. Consumer ElectronicsData & InsightsResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradePartnershipsTech: IoTBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation What the Future of Retail Looks Like The scary and exciting concept of the future may already seem to be dawning on us, with AI suddenly accessible and able to think for us and VR worlds that are becoming more sophisticated and convincing. The entire fabric of society will be affected by the rapidly changing technology we’ve seen in a relatively short […] Mintel February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAISustainabilityShoppersMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsTech: AR and VRConsumersDept. ApparelInternational - UKTrends: RetailMetaverseMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCustomer ExperienceWeatherGovernmentESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainMarketing: VoiceMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsDept. HBCsocial commerceAssociatesChatGPTTrends: ConsumerPackaging 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Building Brands for Every Altitude There’s a famous anecdote about three stone masons. Though its origins are fuzzy, at best, it’s a beautiful lesson in the power of perspective. Each version goes something like this: a stranger wandering along a road encounters a trio of workers. He asks the first, “What are you doing?” The worker responds, “What does it […] Evan Gettinger February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 3 min read PackagingConsumersMerchandisingShoppersTechnology & InnovationDept. Natural / OrganicDept. NonfoodESG and CSRHealth & WellnessMarketing: OOHMetaversePartnershipsTech: AR and VRMarketing: In StoreAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising What’s old is new: Food and beverage brands put a modern spin on retro packaging Consumer-facing companies are tapping into buyers’ emotions as they redesign logos and packaging. MarketingDive February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 < 1 min read PackagingDept. BeverageDept. GroceryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer With its Newest Store, Washington Gets a Whiff of Olfactory NYC Olfactory NYC has ventured inside the Beltway for its latest store, which will open in April. The brand, founded in 2017, has three stores in New York City and one in Boston. The Olfactory NYC store experience is designed to eliminate the guesswork behind choosing — or even creating — a signature scent. When visiting […] Retail TouchPoints February 27, 2024February 27, 2024 2 min read ShoppersMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarPackagingPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Aisles Abroad: A look at pricing efforts by grocers around the world From shrinkflation labels to low-cost family meal deals, here’s how food retailers outside the U.S. are tackling consumers’ grocery budget concerns. Grocery Dive February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 < 1 min read ConsumersPackagingDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Your Views: No Real Future MNB reader Rich Heiland had a thought about out continuing conversation about CVS’s shortcomings: I consider drug stores a commodity. None of them do anything to distinguish themselves from one another in any significant way. I live in a downtown area. There is a Rite-Aid a block or so away. I go there. If there […] MorningNewsBeat February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 5 min read Brick and MortarWalmartPredictions and ForecastsConsumersAssociatesMergersAlbertsons / SafewayShoppersDept. PerimeterDept. FreshKrogerGovernmentCompetitionRegional GroceryGhost KitchenEconomyAmazonCVSSoutheastern GrocersAcquisitionWhole FoodsExecutivesPackagingDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMerchandisingStreamingRite AidTargetWakefernAgenciesAhold DelhaizeDept. Natural / OrganicOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Grocery Game-Changers: The Innovations Shaping How People Shop Grocery stores have been in a state of flux in recent years, influenced broadly by the economy and supply chain issues and, at the store level, by how consumers want to shop. This year, grocery bills are expected to exceed $300 a week, which in turn will impact the choices consumers are making at the […] Brian Brown February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 4 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshEconomyTechnology & InnovationAssociatesCannabisPackagingDept. PerimeterDept. BeverageSustainabilityHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainTrends: Food and BeverageTech: CashierlessDept. HBCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBOPISESG and CSRDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyDeliveryDept. FuelTech: RoboticsShoppersResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsMerchandisingMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers With Acquisition of Complex, NTWRK Plans to Create a ‘Next Gen Content and Shopping Experience’ Buzzfeed has sold youth culture media company Complex to livestream shopping platform NTWRK, which plans to use the acquisition to build a “next generation content and shopping experience.” The sale of Complex was part of a larger restructuring at Buzzfeed that also included the layoff of 16% of its workforce, as the company looks to […] Retail TouchPoints February 24, 2024February 24, 2024 2 min read AcquisitionPartnershipsExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaConsumersPackagingDept. ApparelAssociatesTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage New look for Rockstar Rockstar Energy has unveiled a complete rebrand, including refreshed packaging and an integrated marketing campaign, to elevate its visibility and help drive retailers’ energy drink sales. The newly designed 500ml cans offer simplified branding and enhanced graphics on zero-sugar varieties to align with current consumer… This story continues at New look for Rockstar Or just […] Talking Retail February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. BeveragePackagingPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BrandConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How to Overcome E-commerce Shipping & Delivery Challenges The shipping and delivery phase of an e-commerce order is filled with opportunities or ‘touchpoints’ that you can capitalize on to convert one-time shoppers into repeat customers and spread positive word of mouth to influence their close ones, all while hoping that you don’t encounter any challenge that can infuriate your customers and get your […] Latest Shipment February 23, 2024February 23, 2024 7 min read Data & InsightsDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainReturnsShoppersCustomer ExperienceInternationalHoliday & EventsPricing & PromotionsShopifyDept. Natural / OrganicBOPISPackagingMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)StrategyPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSRLegal & CriminalSustainabilityCOVID19Dept. NonfoodGovernmentAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Amazon proposes less packaging, more savings for its sellers Testing for Ships in Product Packaging compatibility often involves “a series of drops and vibrations,” a packaging innovation team leader said. Sellers can expect fee discounts for program participation. Amazon is pulling back the curtain on how it’s teeing up more packages to arrive on doorsteps without Amazon logos. Last week, the Ships in Product Packaging program expanded by […] RetailDive February 22, 2024February 29, 2024 3 min read PackagingAmazonTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Mallow & Marsh unveils new look to target premium market Mallow & Marsh, the premium chocolate mallow brand, has revealed a brand refresh with distinctive new positioning, communications, a packaging update and new flavours. The move comes as Mallow & Marsh’s extensive consumer research identified a clear gap away from permissible health and within premium… This story continues at Mallow & Marsh unveils new look […] Talking Retail February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 < 1 min read TargetPackagingTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsHealth & WellnessDept. BakeryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing S&P Global Ratings downgrades VF Corp, expects sale of at least one major brand Declines at VF’s top four labels will likely continue amid weakness in wholesale and direct-to-consumer sales — and not just at Vans. RetailDive February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: UGCPackagingConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Finance Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG: Food Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats 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. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked