Corporate Strategy Schultz Gives Up Starbucks CEO Job Two Weeks Early Starbucks announced yesterday that its “interim” CEO Howard Schultz, who took the job for the third time last April after Kevin Johnson stepped down, has passed the CEO baton to Laxman Narasimhan, who also becomes a member of the company’s board. This time around, Schultz will remain on the board, pledging to remain involved in […] MorningNewsBeat March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 2 min read ExecutivesRestaurantsAssociatesPepsiCoOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: SocialConsultingReturnsBrick and MortarDept. BeverageDept. FuelMars Inc.Predictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Coming New Irresistible Snack Foods From Axios: “Food manufacturers know Americans are snacking more, and they’re busy pumping out irresistible new junk — er, snack — foods … An explosion of new products is generating buzz and profits for food makers, and surprise and delight for shoppers — but helping make Americans unhealthier.” Among the “big trends” cited by Axios: […] MorningNewsBeat March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryPepsiCoDept. DairyDept. Fresh PreparedGeneral MillsKellogg'sKraftHeinzHealth & WellnessMarketing: BrandShoppersTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumer engagement drives innovation at Frito-Lay Frito-Lay’s vice president of innovation describes how the snack producer relies on consumer insights to bolster its powerhouse brands. Food Business News March 18, 2023March 18, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationPepsiCoConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants At KFC Gamers are Welcome Are you a Gen Z or Millennial Gamer? If you are KFC is looking for you, and has a gift. That gift is a early beta access to play Diablo IV. Now According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® one again the one-time leader within the grocerant niche is […] Grocerant Guru March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 3 min read RestaurantsDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedMarketing: SocialDept. PerimeterPartnershipsConsumersTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainTrends: TechTech: AIPepsiCoDept. DairyMerchandisingDept. Toys & GamesWeatherDept. NonfoodDept. BakeryDeliveryAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces PepsiCo Beverages North America, Frito-Lay announce water replenishment projects PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) and Frito-Lay North America (FLNA) announced a commitment of $3.3 million in funds toward water replenishment projects across North America. These projects aim to advance Purchase, N.Y.-based PepsiCo’s effort to become Net Water Positive by 2030. bevindustry.com March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights AI Talking Drive-Thru Can You Hear Me Now Do you think you have heard enough about ChatGPT? According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® who stated, “you may think you have heard enough about ChatGPT but it’s only just the beginning. AI just keeps learning and getting better. Regular readers of this blog are well aware of Foodservice […] Grocerant Guru March 13, 2023March 14, 2023 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationChatGPTData & InsightsShoppersRestaurantsAssociatesDept. Natural / OrganicPricing & PromotionsMarketing: SocialBrick and MortarExecutivesMars Inc.Marketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoStrategyHoliday & EventsUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer SAJJ Mediterranean What’s for Dinner Build-Your-Own Once again, a restaurant chain believes it has it’s pulse on the consumer and is extending a customer focused family meal for a set price. Is your company looking a customer ahead. Do you understand just how the price, value service equilibrium is evolving? Are you going to pay $59.95 for your family dinner tonight? […] Grocerant Guru March 9, 2023March 9, 2023 3 min read ShoppersDept. GroceryDept. FreshRestaurantsConsumersDept. BeverageDeliveryDept. Fresh PreparedMeta (Facebook)Marketing: SocialMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsPepsiCoMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. PerimeterExecutivesESG and CSREconomyDept. NonfoodDept. BakeryDept. FuelDept. OTC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category PepsiCo aims to capture new consumption occasions Looks to bring snack brands into more meals and recipes. Food Business News March 9, 2023March 9, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoConsumersDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer ShopRite Grocerant Niche Focus ‘Fresh to Table’ At the intersection of what’s for dinner and fast food recently two east coast Shoprite’s have debuted a foodservice at retail concept: “Fresh to Table,” with an emphasis on fresh, easy to prepare ingredients, and grab-and-go. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®reiterated once again on the importance of “focusing on […] Grocerant Guru March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersWakefernDept. FreshData & InsightsBOPISRestaurantsBrick and MortarInternationalDept. PerimeterShoppersStrategyInternational - UKPodcastsDept. Fresh PreparedPepsiCoOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Manufacturers Take Aim At FDA Over Proposed “Healthy” Rule Revisions The Washington Post reports that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) efforts “to update the current definition of ‘healthy’ – manufacturers would only be able to use the term “if they contain a meaningful amount of food from at least one of the main food groups such as fruit, vegetable or dairy, as recommended […] MorningNewsBeat March 6, 2023March 6, 2023 2 min read GovernmentDept. GroceryConsumersDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationPepsiCoGeneral MillsDept. RefrigeratedDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Connecting The Sounds Of Brands To Higher Appeal, Recall MediaPost has a story about how PepsiCo “is developing a series of audio logos that the company believes represents its brands. The goal is to improve ad recall — when consumers hear the sounds they can recognize and identify with the brand without seeing a visual or hearing the name of the product.” The idea […] MorningNewsBeat March 6, 2023March 6, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoConsumersMarketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Simba becomes the first UK-born sleep brand to be awarded Certified B Corporation® Marking a major milestone on its road to achieve net zero by 2030, sleep technology innovator Simba has successfully secured global certification of B Corp™ status. In recognition… View Article The Retail Bulletin March 5, 2023March 5, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityPepsiCoInternational - UKTechnology & InnovationPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Dollar Tree closes 2022 with momentum CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Dollar Tree Inc. today announced plans to accelerate its capital-spending plans following a strong financial performance the second half of the fiscal year ended January 28. “We are committed to driving further store productivity as we focus on developing our people, tools and technology to fuel our accelerated growth, while simplifying our […] MMR March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 2 min read Dollar TreeBrick and MortarResults & InvestmentExecutivesFamily DollarInternational - North AmericaOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesTechnology & InnovationDept. FuelDept. NonfoodMerchandisingPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsShoppersStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food 7Up new brand identity 7Up has launched a new brand identity inspired by its “Upliftment” message that aims to better capture the essence of the brand. The fresh visual marks the first major overhaul in over seven years and represents a design that better captures the brand identity. Eric Melis, VP global brand marketing at 7Up, commented: “The design […] Talking Retail February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoMarketing: BrandDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit GiftAMeal this February Support Local Communities Doing good in your local community always is a good idea according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Building a brand focusing on consumers needs within your trading area is a success clue foodservice operators should never forget. In case you had not yet heard about GiftAMeal, a food-tech startup […] Grocerant Guru February 21, 2023February 21, 2023 3 min read PartnershipsDept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsShoppersDept. BeveragePhilanthropyTechnology & InnovationMarketing: SocialMeta (Facebook)ConsumersESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainExecutivesTwitterDept. FreshPepsiCo 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Bing is quickly learning about the Grocerant Niche Are You Top of the day to you! The team at Foodservice Solutions® wants to thank Microsoft’s Bingfor writing today’s Blog. Our team ask some basic questions about the grocerant niche and here is what Bing came up with: According to the web search results, Steven Johnson is the founder of Foodservice Solutions® and the resident […] Grocerant Guru February 20, 2023February 20, 2023 3 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsBrick and MortarData & InsightsDept. FreshSustainabilityDept. Fresh PreparedAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: SocialKrogerWaWaWhole FoodsEconomyDept. ApparelMarketing: In StoreShoppersAssociatesDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessInclusivityOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsStrategyGiant Eagle7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Product of the Year USA announces 2023 award winners NEW YORK — Product of the Year USA has announced its winners for its 2023 Product of the Year Awards across 36 categories. Each of the Product of the Year winners are determined through a national poll of 40,000 American shoppers conducted in partnership with Kantar, a global leader in consumer research. A globally established […] MMR February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 3 min read ConsumersPepsiCoShoppersDept. BeverageDept. NonfoodPackagingTechnology & InnovationDeliveryDept. GroceryExecutivesInsight ProvidersPartnershipsMarketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Thirsty Time to Go to a C-store, Grocery Store, or Restaurant Do you know why your consumers comes into your store? You should ask yourself what else can I sell them? However, if you don’t know why they are there in the first place you won’t know what else you could sell them according to Steven JohnsonGrocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. How […] Grocerant Guru February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 5 min read ShoppersData & InsightsDept. BeverageBrick and MortarDept. PharmacyDept. GroceryConsumersMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradeRestaurantsBig DataDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationDept. OTCStrategyDept. BakeryExecutivesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: SocialMerchandisingPartnershipsPepsiCoPredictions and ForecastsTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International 7Up’s international rebrand seeks to uplift consumers The overhaul is the first for the brand in seven years and is meant to help the soda compete with Sprite. MarketingDive February 16, 2023February 16, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersInternationalPepsiCoDept. BeverageCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Doritos launches new on pack promotion and TV campaign Doritos is launching a bold new TV campaign entitled ‘Devour Doritos Your Way’, which aims to encourage consumers to eat the popular snack in whichever way they please. Running until the end of March, the TVC campaign firmly “taps into Gen Z’s desire for self-expression” and celebrates different snacking behaviours to best enjoy the bold […] Talking Retail February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoMarketing: BroadcastDept. GroceryConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer At Kum & Go Technology is Cleaning-Up Are the front door windows clean at your restaurant, convenience store, or grocery stores? That is the minimum benchmark for cleanliness that my mother drilled into everyone in our family before she will enter any retail food or beverage establishment. Did you know that 33% of every customer that enters your retail food […] Grocerant Guru February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 3 min read ShoppersAssociatesDept. GroceryData & InsightsBrick and MortarPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshCustomer ExperienceConsumersTrends: TechRestaurantsSustainabilityDept. PerimeterDept. BeverageMarketing: In StorePepsiCoInsight ProvidersThick DataDept. Natural / OrganicPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainBig DataMarketing: Social 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing DMWF Europe 2023 #DMWF returns to Amsterdam for a must-see conference and exhibition bringing together the brightest minds in digital marketing. We will again be taking over the RAI on 21-22 November 2023; for two days of top-level strategic content and digital marketing insights, networking, and discussions from the world’s most reputable brands. #DMWF Europe will focus on […] Ecommerce Nation February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 3 min read Marketing: SocialTechnology & InnovationStrategyData & InsightsUnileverReturnsESG and CSRInternational - UKMarketing: BrandPepsiCoCustomer ExperienceHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsConsumersCOVID19Dept. ApparelTikTokCPG: Adult BeverageAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Einstein Bros. Bagels What’s Better than Selling a Bagel for one? With over 62.4% of U.S. Households consisting of one or two people marketing to the majority of U.S. households is a top priority for most chain restaurants wanting to garner market share while increasing share of stomach according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. One chain restaurant that is […] Grocerant Guru February 11, 2023February 11, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsDept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsDept. Fresh PreparedResults & InvestmentPepsiCoPartnershipsMarketing: SocialHoliday & EventsDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Snacking takes Center Stage There is no doubt that we are in prime time when it comes to snacking. We have the Super Bowl in February, followed by March Madness and game time turns snacking into a must have as the team at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® first noted in it’s white paper, the 65 Inch HDTV […] Grocerant Guru February 10, 2023February 10, 2023 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: SocialHoliday & EventsPepsiCoDept. FreshBrick and MortarRestaurantsTechnology & InnovationTwitterMeta (Facebook)Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. PerimeterThick DataPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainESG and CSRExecutivesHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category PepsiCo earnings beat expectations as price hikes boost snack and beverage sales KEY POINTS PepsiCo’s fourth-quarter earnings and revenue topped Wall Street’s estimates. The food and beverage giant’s price hikes to mitigate inflation buoyed sales for snacks and drinks, but the strategy has also hurt demand. Frito-Lay North America reported flat volume for the quarter, despite double-digit revenue growth for Doritos, Cheetos and many other brands. PepsiCo, […] CNBC February 9, 2023February 9, 2023 2 min read PepsiCoDept. BeverageDept. GroceryResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 4
Holiday & Events Pepsi breaks fourth wall in Super Bowl ads satirizing celeb endorsements Spots starring Ben Stiller and Steve Martin riff on the night’s typically star-studded commercials to encourage people to try the new Pepsi Zero Sugar. MarketingDive February 8, 2023February 8, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club Costco vs. Sam’s: “The Emulsified Meats Game” The Los Angeles Times, prompted by the fact that Walmart-owned Sam’s Club is now undercutting Costco on the price of a hot dog-and-sodas combo – $1.38 vs. $1.50 – decided to do a taste test. Costco: “The dog, in a soft sesame seed bun, is very good. It’s juicy, salty and has a pleasant snap […] MorningNewsBeat February 7, 2023February 7, 2023 2 min read CostcoDept. PetDept. BeveragePepsiCoMarketing: SocialStore LocationWalmartSams ClubDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Tropicana launches two new juice flavours Chilled juice brand Tropicana is adding to its range of pressed fruit juices with two new flavours -Strawberry & Banana and Pineapple & Pink Guava Crush. Strawberry & Banana is a not-from-concentrate juice blend of apple, strawberry, banana and blueberry. Designed as a breakfast juice, the flavour will join Tropicana’s classic fruit juice range and […] Talking Retail February 4, 2023February 4, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. BeveragePepsiCoDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Propel Fitness Water’s new look emphasizes Gatorade connection For the overhaul, the brand has teamed up with actor Micheal B. Jordan for a partnership that includes an integration with upcoming film “Creed III.” MarketingDive February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoHealth & WellnessPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B Takes Top Spot In dunnhumby Grocery Preference Index The sixth annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI) is out, concluding that “three years after the pandemic upturned the grocery industry, H-E-B has regained its leadership position from Amazon with Costco following closely behind in second place. Amazon fell to third while Wegmans took the fourth spot for the third year in a row. “The […] MorningNewsBeat February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 3 min read AmazonShoppersHEBBig DataInsight ProvidersdunnhumbyMarketing: Retail MediaWalmartWegmansDept. GroceryTrader JoesBrick and MortarDept. FreshTargetCOVID19CostcoOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainEconomyConsumersMerchandisingPepsiCoWakefernAldiAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Tesco infuriates shoppers as it slashes Clubcard points value Supermarket giant Tesco came under fire following the announcement that it will be reducing the value of Clubcard reward vouchers from June 2023. The reduction will come into force after… The post Tesco infuriates shoppers as it slashes Clubcard points value appeared first on Latest Retail Technology News From Across The Globe – Charged. Written by ChargedRetail March 21, 2023March 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation aisle 3 exits the CSS business and uses proceeds to support growth in sneaker category AI powered shopping platform aisle 3 has completed the sale of its Google Comparison Shopping Site (CSS) service to Product Hero. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, other than it being all cash. The sale consolidates market share for CSS service provider Product Hero, which works with the likes of Rituals and Ikea. […] Written by Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Daily QuickWit (3/17): The Top Retail News The top retail news and most read stories in commerce. Written by RetailWit March 17, 2023March 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Kroger lands deal for self-driving truck deliveries Get ready because the empty truck cabs in motion are coming. Gatik, which is involved in autonomous middle-mile logistics, has announced a multi-year commercial collaboration to transport customer orders within Kroger’s Dallas distribution network. The operations will launch in a few weeks. Under the collaboration, Gatik’s medium-duty autonomous box trucks will transport fresh, customer-favorite products from […] Written by Supermarket News March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Food Channel: Grocery Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Corporate Strategy Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Owned Brands (Private Label) Albertsons Redesigns and Expands Open Nature Own Label Line Albertsons yesterday unveiled what it said was “the redesign of its Open Nature brand as the company strives to become the brand of choice for those health-conscious shoppers seeking a more balanced lifestyle. Open Nature, which is part of Albertsons Cos. Own Brands portfolio, provides shoppers with tasty foods made with thoughtfully chosen ingredients that […] Written by MorningNewsBeat March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked