Technology & Innovation Starring Klarna, EE, Puma, and Matalan: the biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Boots UK and Ireland, Retail Technology Show 2024, Co-op, Uber Direct, N Brown, Google Cloud, and REWE Group. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - UKPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsExecutivesCustomer ExperienceDept. ApparelDeliveryGoogleTwitterQ CommerceDept. FreshBNPLTrends: FinanceMarketing: In StoreUbereatsOmnichannelTech: CashierlessStrategyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPress ReleaseOperations & Supply ChainAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Nick Beighton heads to RTS 2024: check out RTIH’s biggest retail technology articles on LinkedIn this week We’re big fans of LinkedIn and are busy building an amazing community of retail tech enthusiasts on the social media platform. As we close on 15,000 followers, these are the articles that are currently on their radars, including Klarna, Boots, Matalan, InPost UK, Aldi, Jisp, EE, Co-op, TalkShopLIve, Superdrug, and Gophr. Amazon Just Walk Out […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKBrick and MortarDeliveryDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook)TwitterAmazonDept. FreshTech: CashierlessMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRegional GroceryDept. PharmacyAldiQ CommerceExecutivesMarketing: OOHPricing & PromotionsTrends: TechBNPLDept. HBCTrends: FinanceMarketing: Retail MediaOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessFood DeliveryUbereatsGrubhubSponsoredStrategyTargetEconomyPress ReleaseInternational - North AmericaMarketing: In StoreESG and CSRMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How AR Technology Helps Brands Enhance Customer Experiences and Increase Sales Augmented reality (AR) unlocks a variety of opportunities for the retail sector. It helps to elevate the in-store buying experience, bring online shopping to a completely new level, and enhance guests’ experiences at fashion shows. Let’s see how AR is used by well-known brands and what benefits it brings to consumers’ shopping journeys. How AR […] Kosta Popov March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationConsumersShoppersDept. ApparelMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityCustomer ExperienceReturnsTech: AR and VRMetaverseExecutivesQ CommerceThick DataMarketing: PrintInternational - UKDeliveryTargetUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Getir and Nisa partnership leads to £30,000 charity donation in London Rapid grocery delivery specialist Getir has donated £30,000 to London’s Community Kitchen (LCK) thanks to its long-standing partnership with Nisa. Funds were raised from sales of Co-op products sold through the Getir app. Marking the donation, Getir showcased its support for local communities at the… This story continues at Getir and Nisa partnership leads to […] Talking Retail February 26, 2024February 26, 2024 < 1 min read PhilanthropyQ CommercePartnershipsInternational - UKPredictions and ForecastsDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery CVS Partners with Grubhub for Deliveries From its 6,000+ Stores CVS Pharmacy has partnered with Grubhub to make thousands of beauty, household, wellness and convenience items available for delivery from its 6,000+ stores in 48 states. The companies are kicking off the relationship with a collection of Daylight Saving Essentials designed to address the grogginess that often follows the time change, which will take place […] Retail TouchPoints February 23, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read Food DeliveryGrubhubCVSBrick and MortarDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionGopuffDept. BeverageRite AidDept. PharmacyDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesDept. HBCHealth & WellnessMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsQ Commerce7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Grubhub grows convenience offering with CVS CHICAGO — Grubhub said that it’s now offering thousands of wellness, beauty, household and other convenience items from CVS Pharmacy on its Grubhub Marketplace. More than 6,000 CVS locations are available on Grubhub across 48 states. With daylight saving time around the corner on March 10, Grubhub surveyed consumers to better understand the implications of the time […] MMR February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 2 min read Food DeliveryGrubhubCVSDept. PharmacyHealth & WellnessDeliveryGopuffDept. BeverageConsumersDept. NonfoodStore LocationDept. HBCSustainabilityMerchandisingQ CommerceRite AidExecutives7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Marketplace Beyoncé hits Shopify as her new haircare brand Cécred goes live on e-commerce platform American singer, songwriter and businesswoman Beyoncé’s new haircare brand, Cécred, has gone live on Shopify. After teasing her fans (aka the BeyHive) about the venture last May, Beyoncé recently took to social media to announce her first ever beauty brand. Captioning a post on Instagram with “hair is sacred”, an accompanying video interspersed archive footage […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 2 min read ShopifyTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelDept. HBCTwitterDeliveryShoppersPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsCustomer ExperienceTech: CashierlessTescoPricing & PromotionsPress ReleaseBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainTrends: RetailMeta (Facebook)StrategyInclusivityExecutivesESG and CSRQ CommerceBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Foxtrot parent company names new CEO Rob Twyman, a grocery veteran who worked for decades at Whole Foods, succeeds Liz Williams, who held the role for just under a year. RetailDive February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read Q CommerceExecutivesWhole Foods 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Dulux Decorator Centre teams with Gophr on sub-two hour rapid deliveries across the UK Dulux Decorator Centre has announced a partnership with last mile, on-demand delivery network Gophr. This will see the company expand its sub-two hour Rapid delivery service on paint, tools and accessories for its customers across the UK. Dulux Decorator Centre operates in over 230 stores across the UK and online. It introduced its Rapid delivery […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 2 min read DeliveryPartnershipsShoppersInternational - UKData & InsightsQ CommerceDept. NonfoodBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Filshill appoints Snappy Shopper for quick commerce growth in convenience JW Filshill has appointed Snappy Shopper as a partner to fulfil its e-commerce solutions in its Scotland and north-east England store estate via Snappy Marketplace – Snappy Group’s white-label grocery delivery app and website. KeyStore, Filshill’s award-winning symbol group, delivered £4m in sales during 2023… This story continues at Filshill appoints Snappy Shopper for quick […] Talking Retail February 7, 2024February 7, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersQ CommercePredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Trader Joe’s and Foxtrot make hot brands list These brands are poised to success in 2024, according to data analytics firm Placer.ai Supermarket News February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 < 1 min read Trader JoesQ CommerceData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Getir claims spike in London sales as Deliveroo, Just Eat, Uber Eats drivers strike over pay Getir, a Turkish ultrafast grocery delivery firm, reports massive demand during a delivery riders strike in London and Brighton. Deliveroo drivers went on strike last night demanding higher pay, with thousands estimated to be taking part in the walkout, and support also coming from Just Eat and Uber Eats couriers. Getir said in a statement […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub February 3, 2024February 3, 2024 2 min read Q CommerceInternational - UKFood DeliveryUbereatsData & InsightsDeliveryDept. FreshConsumersResults & InvestmentDept. BakeryDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterHoliday & EventsMerchandisingPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery GoPuff introduces overnight Starbucks delivery Trained baristas will prepare food and drink orders from the instant delivery company’s micro-fulfillment centers for delivery in about 30 minutes. Grocery Dive February 2, 2024February 2, 2024 < 1 min read DeliveryGopuffQ CommerceRestaurantsFood DeliveryDept. GroceryDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Jif tackles ‘celery neglect’ on game day with free peanut butter “Save the Celery” includes a tie-up with GoPuff to deliver free peanut butter and collaborations with Barstool Sports and the YouTube series “Hot Ones.” MarketingDive February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 < 1 min read GopuffQ CommerceMarketing: Social MediaFood DeliveryDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Getir appoints new leadership for U.S. Group, FreshDirect Hatice Evren is the new U.S. group CEO, Getir & FreshDirect, and Sloan Eddleston is now CEO of FreshDirect Supermarket News January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 < 1 min read FreshDirectQ CommerceExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Getir names new CEO at FreshDirect The rapid delivery firm has also appointed a CEO of its US Group, which includes the New York City e-grocer as well as its core business. Grocery Dive January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesQ CommerceFreshDirectDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 3 Lessons From the 2023 End-of-Year Shopping Season The end-of-year season is always a make or break time for e-commerce brands that can accrue earnings that see their businesses through quiet first quarters. Although inflation eased in the third quarter of 2023, the holiday season can be unpredictable and stiff competition will fight you for every sale. Therefore, you must familiarize yourself with […] Emily Cawse January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationShoppersAIHoliday & EventsData & InsightsDeliveryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaBNPLTrends: FinanceQ CommerceEconomyCompetitionAmazonMarketing: In StoreMeta (Facebook)Results & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainStrategyThick DataCostcoDept. GroceryColgate-PalmoliveESG and CSRMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTrends: ConsumerTikTokStore LocationPricing & PromotionsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery FreshDirect restructures corporate division, cuts jobs The layoffs come two months after Ahold Delhaize USA announced it was selling the online grocery service to rapid delivery firm Getir. Grocery Dive January 11, 2024January 11, 2024 < 1 min read FreshDirectQ CommerceAhold DelhaizeDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights New Survey Data Highlights How AI is Poised to Conquer Retailers’ Toughest CX Challenges in 2024 Nearly one year has passed since new generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities burst onto the scene and sparked the latest AI hype wave. Since then, businesses have envisioned how AI could help them cut costs, increase efficiency, and improve experiences for customers and employees. Yet, the palpable excitement for AI’s potential has been tempered by […] Aaron Schroeder January 10, 2024January 22, 2024 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationShoppersCustomer ExperienceAssociatesThick DataPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsInsight ProvidersPricing & PromotionsResults & InvestmentHoliday & EventsOperations & Supply ChainQ CommerceDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Foxtrot opens newest store in Washington, D.C. [[“value”:”The convenience retailer opened another D.C. location in Logan Circle in November and has recently opened three others in Dupont Circle, Georgetown, and Farragut Square”]] Supermarket News January 5, 2024January 5, 2024 < 1 min read Q CommerceStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Lolli and GreyOrange star as RTIH rustles up retail technology funding rounds you need to know about RTIH rounds up three retail systems ventures who have recently secured significant investments in their businesses, including a company bringing Bitcoin to people through gamified earning experiences, and another that optimises how retailers move their goods across the entire supply chain. 1. Stamp Free Stamp Free, an AI powered digital post and shipping company, is […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub December 31, 2023December 31, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAICryptoResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaTwitterOperations & Supply ChainDeliveryStart UpsDept. HBCSustainabilityQ CommerceExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Biggest Stories of 2023 In this Recap Episode, Sri & PVSB review what they consider to be the top CPG/Retail stores of 2023: The end of Boxed.com Omnicom & Albertsons Media Collective partners with trade desk PepsiCo redesigns logo Giant Eagle circulars March no, April yes Kroger/Alb announce decision to sell over 400 stores to C&S Who owns Taco […] The CPG Guys December 30, 2023December 30, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIInstacartDeliveryMarketing: Retail MediaAmazonPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)Regional GroceryBrick and MortarPepsiCoStart UpsRite AidResults & InvestmentRestaurantsKrogerPartnershipsQ CommerceBankruptcyMarketing: BrandHy-VeeDept. GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayBed Bath & BeyondDept. FreshDept. BeverageHoliday & EventsGiant EagleAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Featuring Carrefour, Aldi UK, and Ocado: the most read RTIH retail technology articles of 2023 As we approach the end of the year, here’s a look at our most popular retail systems articles during 2023, including Gorillas, The Trade Desk, Samsung UK, Amazon Fresh, H-E-B, AutoStore, and the RTIH Innovation Awards. 2023 RTIH Innovation Awards winners announced during glittering ceremony in central London Last month, we announced the winning submissions […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub December 28, 2023December 28, 2023 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - UKMarketing: Social MediaOcadoRegional GroceryTwitterShoppersQ CommerceAldiAmazonData & InsightsHEBTech: CashierlessTrends: TechDept. FreshGamingHy-VeeDeliveryChatGPTPop UpsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodCOVID19Industry Conferences and EventsMarketing: Retail MediaAcquisitionMetaverseOmnichannelExecutivesCompetitionBrick and MortarTescoSponsoredDept. Adult BevAssociatesDept. ApparelDept. OTCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityStore LocationResults & InvestmentESG and CSREconomyDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: BrandHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Starring Trigo, FreedomPay and GreyOrange: the biggest retail technology news stories of the week It’s Friday, Christmas is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including Frasers Group, Decathlon, HMV, Boots, and the latest RTIH Top 100 Retail Technology Influencers List. 1. Frasers Group teams […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub December 22, 2023December 22, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsOmnichannelPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainWalgreensTwitterShoppersChatGPTData & InsightsDept. HBCStart UpsTescoCOVID19StrategyConsumersTrends: TechResults & InvestmentMarketing: VoiceESG and CSRHoliday & EventsAldiDept. Sporting goodsTech: AR and VRGoogleSustainabilityMetaverseRegional GroceryQ Commerce 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Dom’s unveils plans for first suburban store The Chicagoland grocer, which is merging with Foxtrot Market, will open a location in Vernon Hills, Illinois, in 2025. Grocery Dive December 19, 2023December 19, 2023 < 1 min read Store LocationQ CommercePredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Your Views: How Amazon Could End The other day we took note of a piece in The Atlantic about how an “open embrace” of cheap products from around the world, more often than not sold by third-party merchants via its Marketplace has done two things – it has given shoppers access to an endless supply of merchandise, but also has transformed […] MorningNewsBeat December 19, 2023December 19, 2023 7 min read Albertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryAmazonConsumersDept. GroceryBrick and MortarKrogerGovernmentMarketing: In StoreShoppersAssociatesMarketing: UGCMergersQ CommerceAcquisitionHoliday & EventsStreamingCompetitionExecutivesTech: CashierlessMerchandisingDept. BeverageTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaEconomyMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationSustainabilityDivestituresAldiMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces C-Stores Eye Food As Sales & Margin Builder The Wall Street Journal this morning has a story about how convenience stores “are all trying to grab a bigger piece of the food pie,” carrying more and better fresh food that offer “an appetizing opportunity” for more sales and higher margins. The story cites companies that include Wawa and Casey’s General Stores as having […] MorningNewsBeat December 15, 2023December 15, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarDept. GroceryWaWaCasey's General StoresDept. PerimeterDept. FreshDept. FuelQ CommerceEconomyCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery C-Store Chain Faces Resistance From Local Advocates In Chicago BlockCubChicago reports that attempts by upscale c-store chain Foxtrot to open a store in the city’s Andersonville neighborhood are facing resistance by locals, who argue that “saying another chain in the neighborhood would further harm local shops.” According to the story, “Besides the increasing presence of chains in Andersonville, Foxtrot’s move to open on Clark […] MorningNewsBeat December 12, 2023December 12, 2023 2 min read Q CommerceBrick and MortarWarby ParkerVendorsRestaurantsDept. FrozenDept. Adult BevDeliveryConsumersAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Foxtrot faces pushback on plans to open in Chicago neighborhood [[“value”:”Small businesses lead efforts to stop it”]] Supermarket News December 11, 2023December 11, 2023 < 1 min read Q Commerce 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Chicago business owners dispute proposed Foxtrot location As the boutique retailer looks to join the city’s Andersonville neighborhood, dozens of community members are urging officials to reject its entry. Grocery Dive December 7, 2023December 7, 2023 < 1 min read Store LocationQ Commerce 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