Stores & Formats Nisa offers stores help to promote products via social media Nisa’s independent retailers are receiving a helping hand to spread the word to shoppers about the range of Co-op own label products available in their stores. To support retailers with their continued commitment to the Co-op range, a bank of new digital assets has been created and made available for use on social channels during […] Talking Retail June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read ESG and CSRBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsMarketing: SocialShoppersOwned Brands (Private Label) 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
Trends & External Forces Your Views: Hypotheses & Illuminations We had a story the other day about how Starbucks is going to test three different formats in Seattle, prompting MNB reader Gwen Morrison to write: New store concepts usually test features that can be migrated or scaled across the majority of formats. A retro “past” Starbucks might make sense as a one-off in their […] MorningNewsBeat June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read ConsumersWalmartAssociatesGovernmentLegal & CriminalRestaurantsPricing & PromotionsBig DataData & InsightsMarketing: TradeExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainShoppersDollar TreeResults & InvestmentDept. HBCPredictions and ForecastsEconomyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants McDonald’s stakes out virtual summer camp in mobile app Featuring merchandise, menu hacks and music performances, the 27-day effort offers another sign the chain views its app as a linchpin to winning Gen Z. MarketingDive June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 < 1 min read RestaurantsPricing & PromotionsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The business case for marketing balance In late May, the U.S. military airlifted 70,000 pounds of baby formula from Europe to the U.S. to help with the national shortage. It was another troubling development in what has become a national supply-chain crisis that’s still affecting everything from cars to semiconductors to lumber. And that’s a problem for marketers focused on lower-funnel […] Nielsen June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 2 min read Big DataInsight ProvidersData & InsightsConsumersCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Dept. NonfoodShoppersStrategyAcquisitionTechnology & InnovationEconomyHealth & WellnessMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Instagram rolls out an account deletion option on iOS to comply with Apple’s new policy You can now delete your Instagram directly from the mobile app. The Meta-owned social media app has now rolled out a new option that lets you opt to delete or deactivate your Instagram account on iOS in order to comply with Apple’s updated App Store Review Guidelines that now mandate all apps that offer account […] TechCrunch June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read Meta (Facebook)Marketing: SocialProcter & GambleData & InsightsBig DataStreamingPricing & PromotionsMarketing: BroadcastLegal & CriminalGovernmentESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Raining Tacos from the Heavens How the new Taco Bell Defy in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is defying the odds and changing the way drive-thrus operate By Brandon Solnit – PAR Technology Drive-thru services account for a large portion of fast-food restaurant operations. With 42% of all restaurants operating drive-thrus, it has become an operational necessity. From line-busting to pulling cars, […] Partech June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 4 min read RestaurantsConsumersShoppersDept. GroceryTechnology & InnovationDeliveryAssociatesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainProcter & GamblePricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. ApparelCOVID19Partnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Contactless Payments are Here to Stay with PARPay Payment services are evolving and PARPay is here to help your restaurant adapt to the forever-changing times By Brandon Solnit – PAR Technology As the pandemic slowly starts to subside and life inches back to normal, the restaurant industry has seen a major change in the way customers make purchases. One thing Covid-19 brought to […] Partech June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationRestaurantsShoppersConsumersCOVID19Data & InsightsBig DataMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. GroceryDept. NonfoodSustainabilityLegal & CriminalMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationHealth & WellnessMarketing: BrandOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleGoogleAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 4 Creative Ways Retailers Are Using Gift Cards to Drive Sales With supply chain issues stressing physical inventory and inflation running high, consumers are turning to gift cards to fill the gap and stretch their spending power. According to a recent consumer survey from Fiserv, 58 percent of consumers said gift card promotions are motivating them to buy more gift cards during this inflation period. This […] Tom Niedbalski June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read ConsumersShoppersMarketing: TradeESG and CSREconomyHoliday & EventsOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelDept. NonfoodPhilanthropyMarketing: In StoreThick DataTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsDept. FreshMarketing: SocialMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: FinanceDept. BakeryDept. PerimeterAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How to Attract Gen Z Customers and Employees Alike Generation Z, or those born from 1997-2012, will be America’s largest generation by 2034, topping out at about 80 million. The oldest adult Gen Zers are already establishing potentially long-lasting earning and spending patterns, while the younger members of this demographic are still learning their first lessons about spending, saving and employer relations. To understand […] David Wilkinson June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 3 min read ConsumersAssociatesCOVID19ESG and CSRMarketing: SocialInclusivityEconomyPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentShoppersThick DataConsultingTechnology & InnovationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMeta (Facebook)Operations & Supply ChainPricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Prime Members To Get 20% Discounts At Fresh Stores Amazon said yesterday that it plans to drive sales at its Amazon Fresh bricks-and-mortar stores by offering Amazon Prime members a 20 percent discount on select items. “We’re excited to launch the new Prime member savings benefit at Amazon Fresh stores today, offering 20% off everyday essentials across aisles,” Jeff Helbling, vice president of Amazon […] MorningNewsBeat June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonBrick and MortarDept. FreshPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionStore LocationShoppersData & InsightsBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon offers CPG brands in-store performance measurement Store Analytics platform earmarked for Amazon Fresh, Amazon Go locations Supermarket News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read AmazonPricing & PromotionsMarketing: In StoreData & InsightsDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Q&A with Caper’s Co-Founder: AI and Contact-Free Checkout at Fenway Park This spring, we announced that iconic Fenway Park now offers Caper Counter’s AI-powered, contact-free checkout for fans in partnership with Aramark Sports + Entertainment. With the introduction of Caper Counter, baseball fans, concertgoers and more can now seamlessly access their favorite beverages and snacks – by simply placing items on the Counter where they are […] Instacart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 3 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationDeliveryMarketing: SocialMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodESG and CSRShoppersPartnershipsBig DataData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsTrends: RetailConsumersMeta (Facebook)Dept. GroceryTwitterBrick and MortarTrends: TechStrategyStore LocationDept. PetPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply ChainAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Channel: Delivery How General Mills Improved ROAS with Optimized Bidding by Almost 50% GMI reported a nearly 50% increase in ROAS after switching their campaigns to optimized bidding Over the last year, some advertising platforms have lost the ability to connect ads exposure to actual purchases. Instacart Ads, on the other hand, is able to effectively combat these challenges because our platform offers closed-loop measurement and experimentation. These […] Instacart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read InstacartDeliveryGeneral MillsMarketing: SocialData & InsightsESG and CSRBig DataMeta (Facebook)Dept. NonfoodTwitterConsumersPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsProcter & Gamble 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Want To Be More Efficient and Productive? Automate More of Your Business Imagine how much more productive and efficient you could be if you could take all of the repetitive, routine, manual work out of your day. Imagine if that kind of work were simply done for you, freeing you up for the value-added work that drives success for you, your business, and your customers. A growing […] Salesforce June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 5 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersAssociatesConsultingData & InsightsStrategyCOVID19Results & InvestmentMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationProcter & GambleDept. NonfoodTech: IoTSustainabilityTech: RoboticsCompetitionBig DataPricing & PromotionsDept. PharmacyMarketing: In StoreMetaverseTargetTech: AITech: AR and VRESG and CSRAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Costa serves up an ace offer To celebrate Wimbledon, Costa Coffee has announced two new offers for on-the-go consumers. From 2 July, caffeine fans will be able to claim a free bottled Frappé or select flavours from the brand’s coffee in a can range to enjoy whilst watching the tennis When they buy any drink from a Costa Express machine in […] Talking Retail June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageConsumersPricing & PromotionsCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Report: Coupons Less Available, Less Used The New York Times this morning reports that even in a time of inflation, when people are trying to figure out ways to make their money go farther, coupons are not the tool they used to be. They are, in fact, getting “harder to come by. In 2021, Kantar Media estimates, 168 billion circulated, across […] MorningNewsBeat June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read Pricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeConsumersCOVID19ShoppersOperations & Supply ChainInsight ProvidersEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Drug Channels News Roundup, June 2022: Drug Spending in 2021, PBM Exclusions, Employers vs. Rebates, GoodRx Questions, and More Prior Authorization Humor I can’t recall any period in my life when our country has been so divided and polarized. Through the Drug Channels Institute, I strive to provide you with fact-based and balanced coverage—along with links to source materials so you can make up your own mind. So before you launch your July 4 festivities and/or a […] Drug Channels June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 2 min read Marketing: SocialData & InsightsBig DataTwitterProcter & GambleConsultingPricing & PromotionsMeta (Facebook)Dept. PharmacyDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Deliveroo teams with Criteo for new advertising platform Deliveroo has announced the launch of a new advertising platform, Deliveroo Media and E-commerce. The rapid delivery firm is working on this offering with Criteo who are supplying the advertising technology and media sales services. From this month, brands will be able to advertise to Deliveroo customers with relevant offers across its app, on the […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 < 1 min read Q CommerceMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: SocialDeliveryTwitterTechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. GroceryESG and CSRExecutivesInternational - UKPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsRestaurantsBrick and MortarAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Gen Z Forcing Food Marketers to Shift Spending Consumers are dynamic not static. In 2022 there is no doubt that food marketers that want to reach their primary and secondary target customers are forced to shift how and where they spend their marketing dollars in order to garner the best results according to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice […] Grocerant Guru June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 4 min read ConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: SocialGoogleBig DataShoppersDept. GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsTechnology & InnovationESG and CSRNFTMeta (Facebook)Marketing: In StoreCryptoMarketing: ShopperTikTokAmazonTargetPricing & PromotionsWalmartOmnichannelMarketing: UGCMarketing: TradeAssociatesStore LocationMarketing: Direct & Personalizationsocial commerce 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC Lawsuit Against Walmart is Unfounded and Ignores the Billions Walmart has Saved Customers A narrowly divided Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) has filed a misguided lawsuit against Walmart regarding money transfer services that the Company offers to consumers. Here’s what you need to know about the lawsuit: Since Walmart began offering our customers flat, low fee money transfer services at our stores, the company has saved consumers—particularly the unbanked […] Walmart News June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 11 min read Legal & CriminalWalmartGovernmentConsumersAssociatesShoppersResults & InvestmentCompetitionBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationMarketing: In StoreTargetAgenciesPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsDept. NonfoodStore LocationHoliday & EventsMarketing: UGCEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Starting A Retail Business? Here Are 7 Things To Attract and Retain Customers If you are starting a retail business, attracting and retaining customers should be one of your top priorities. There are several things you can do to achieve this, including offering great customer service, providing a unique experience, and stocking high-quality products. Keep in mind that it takes time and effort to create a loyal customer […] Retail Minded June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 3 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationResults & InvestmentMarketing: SocialGoogleESG and CSRDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain The Secret to Supply Chain Success? Headless Order Management As a retailer you could argue that success is ultimately defined by your ability to get desired goods into your customers’ hands in a timely fashion. But how can you satisfy your customers in the face of supply chain disruption? How can you ensure that you’re managing your inventory efficiently and cost effectively? According to […] Meyar Sheik June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 2 min read Operations & Supply ChainShoppersData & InsightsProcter & GambleCOVID19ConsumersBOPISEconomyConsultingBig DataExecutivesAssociatesOmnichannelThick DataMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradePartnershipsPricing & PromotionsTechnology & InnovationDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Walgreens decides against selling Boots at this time Walgreens has decided that now is not the time to try and sell its Boots pharmacy business. The company said that current market instability has affected the ability of prospective suitors to borrow funds and that has led to offers below what it feels Boots is worth. RetailWire June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 < 1 min read WalgreensPricing & PromotionsDept. Pharmacy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer H-E-B tops dunnhumby online grocery ranking CHICAGO – H-E-B narrowly edged out Amazon and Amazon Fresh to qualify as the nation’s top-ranked eCommerce grocery retailer, according to the inaugural dunnhumby eCommerce Retailer Preference Index (RPI). In a comprehensive, nationwide study that examines the emerging $100 billion U.S. eCommerce grocery market, H-E-B narrowly edged out second-placed Amazon and third-placed Amazon Fresh in […] MMR June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 4 min read ShoppersHEBMarketing: Retail MediaBig DataInsight ProvidersdunnhumbyAmazonBrick and MortarDept. FreshOmnichannelConsumersCOVID19WalmartThick DataMarketing: SocialKellogg'sDeliveryInstacartBOPISKrogerMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsProcter & GambleTrends: RetailEconomyAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Gerrity’s Supermarkets Joins Wakefern Cooperative Wakefern Food Corp. announced yesterday that 10-store, Pennsylvania-based Gerrity’s Supermarkets, founded as a small meat market in 1895, is the 48th member to join its cooperative. According to the announcement, “The Fasula family operates supermarkets in Pennsylvania under the Gerrity’s Supermarkets banner. Upon their conversion, the stores will be rebranded as Gerrity’s The Fresh Grocer, […] MorningNewsBeat June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 < 1 min read WakefernDept. FreshDept. GroceryBrick and MortarExecutivesAssociatesPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart Focuses On Augmented Shopping Realities Walmart has announced “augmented reality (AR) features on the Walmart app designed to making shopping easier.” According to a blog posting by Brock McKeel, Senior Vice President, Site Experience, Walmart eCommerce, and Cheryl Ainoa, Senior Vice President, New Businesses & Emerging Tech, Walmart Global Tech, the first feature “allows customers to view furniture and home décor […] MorningNewsBeat June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 2 min read WalmartShoppersTechnology & InnovationPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeExecutivesMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingAssociatesDept. GroceryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMetaversePredictions and ForecastsTech: AR and VR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Walmart, CVS, Rite Aid Forced To Limit Sales of Plan B Morning After Pills The Wall Street Journal reports this morning that “some of the nation’s biggest retailers are rationing over-the-counter emergency contraceptive pills as demand spikes following the Supreme Court ruling overturning a constitutional right to abortion. “CVS Health Corp., Walmart Inc. and Rite Aid Corp. were limiting purchases of the pills, which were in short supply or […] MorningNewsBeat June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 2 min read CVSWalmartRite AidGovernmentPricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessEconomyDept. GroceryBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Is the Metaverse Just Play-Doh for Food Retailers Where are you selling food today? Just this month retailer after retailer seems to be experimenting with a new format, platform, delivery type, or menu item that ‘travels well’, according to Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. These days, even the most regional restaurant chains are investing in new store prototypes […] Grocerant Guru June 28, 2022June 29, 2022 6 min read Technology & InnovationRestaurantsMetaverseDept. GroceryDeliveryTrends: TechData & InsightsBig DataMarketing: SocialFood DeliveryPartnershipsAcquisitionTech: RoboticsShoppersNFTDoorDashAssociatesCryptoGrubhubMarketing: UGCTwitterOperations & Supply ChainPricing & PromotionsStore LocationConsultingMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesDept. BakeryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityStrategyAutonomous VehiclesBOPISConsumersPredictions and ForecastsKellogg'sDept. NonfoodESG and CSRCOVID19Vendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing Social media: complete guide for your E-commerce store Every year, consumers present new buying habits, particularly influenced by the surrounding social and technological norms. In particular, social media has been a major contributor to the change in consumer habits. For a company, it is impossible to ignore a presence on social media. These platforms are vital for businesses, regardless of their size. Indeed, […] Ecommerce Nation June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 16 min read Marketing: SocialESG and CSRMeta (Facebook)ConsumersShoppersData & InsightsProcter & GambleTargetDept. NonfoodStreamingBig DataTikTokMarketing: In StoreTechnology & InnovationTwitterOperations & Supply ChainStrategyStore LocationMarketing: Digital MediaCompetitionGoogleAcquisitionDept. Toys & GamesRestaurantsMetaverseAmazonPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Natural / OrganicDept. ApparelMarketing: VoiceHealth & WellnessMarketing: PrintPredictions and ForecastsPodcastsKellogg'sMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: TradeShopifyDept. HBCTrends: TechAssociatesThick DataBrick and MortarCoca ColaTech: AR and VRUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Your Daily QuickWit (6/30): Top Retail News Yesterday's top retail news and most read stories Written by RetailWit June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Department & Category Department: Adult Beverage Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Holiday & Events Merchandising Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats 8 weird consumer spending trends The rising cost of living is wreaking havoc with consumer spending. And as food, transport, and energy prices continue to rocket, consumers aren’t the only ones cutting back. Tesla recently announced mass layoffs, while buy-now-pay-later giant Klarna has cut 10% of its staff. We see a clear consumer dilemma in our Zeitgeist data – between […] Written by GWI (Global Web Index) June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Today in Data: Declining Consumer Confidence Today in data, continued inflation and fears of a recession have contributed to a drop in the Consumer Confidence Index. Data $267.2B: Orders last month for manufactured durable goods, a sign that consumers were still spending despite inflation 98.7: The Consumer Confidence Index, down from 103.2 last month, and the lowest level since February 2021 43.2: Decline in […] Written by Pymnts.com June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Department & Category Department: Beverage Partnerships & Alt Profit Ocado extends partnership with Groupe Casino Ocado Group has completed agreements to extend its partnership with French retailer Groupe Casino. The extension follows a Memorandum of Understanding announced in February. Established almost… View Article Written by The Retail Bulletin June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Out-of-Home Advertising Continues Strong Rebound in Q1 Spending was up by 40.5% year-over-year to $1.8 billion. The post Out-of-Home Advertising Continues Strong Rebound in Q1 appeared first on Marketing Charts. Written by marketingcharts.com June 30, 2022June 30, 2022 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked