Channel: Grocery H-E-B to build Texas distribution campus The grocer has closed on a land deal and plans to have several facilities support its supply chain operations. Grocery Dive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainRegional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Friday Checkout: Grocers turn to loyalty programs to battle the likes of Aldi, Walmart Promoting value and rewarding loyal customers are critical as supermarkets go head-to-head with discounters. Grocery Dive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Rebag, Newegg Join Growing List of Retailers Launching Membership Programs Membership programs are quickly becoming 2024’s hottest accessory, whether you’re a luxury resale platform or an electronics ecommerce site. Online marketplaces Rebag and Newegg have joined the growing roster of retailers launching membership programs. This year alone, the list of retailers that have launched or beefed up their loyalty and membership programs includes Albertsons, Carter’s, PetSmart, Target, Sunglass […] Retail TouchPoints April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 2 min read RecommerceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsReturnsRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPricing & PromotionsLowesCVSTargetMarketing: TradeMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDeliveryBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutivesResults & InvestmentDept. HBCDept. Consumer ElectronicsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons accepting supplemental health benefits with new partnership NationsBenefits members can now buy approved healthy groceries at the supermarket operator’s banners. Grocery Dive April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read Health & WellnessRegional GroceryPartnershipsAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons awards Innovation Launchpad winners at Natural Products Expo West [[“value”:” WunderEggs, a plant-based hardboiled egg formulated from almonds, cashews, coconut milk, turmeric extract and black salt, bested 60 participants and won first place. “]] SMP Deli Prepared April 24, 2024April 25, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationRegional GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. Natural / OrganicAlbertsons / SafewayTrends: Food and BeverageHealth & WellnessDept. DairyDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery How Giant Food revamped its loyalty program Private label is playing a starring role as the East Coast grocer looks to boost engagement with shoppers and demonstrate a commitment to value. Grocery Dive April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRegional GroceryDept. GroceryAhold DelhaizeOwned Brands (Private Label)Shoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Rolls Out Grocery Delivery Subscription Nationwide Following a pilot in three U.S. cities, Amazon is making its grocery delivery subscription available to all Prime members in the U.S. For $9.99 a month, Prime members will now have access to unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market and a variety of local grocery and specialty retailers, […] Retail TouchPoints April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 2 min read AmazonDeliveryDept. GroceryWhole FoodsBrick and MortarDoorDashFood DeliveryDept. FreshDept. BeverageDept. Adult BevRegional GroceryDept. PetLowesUbereatsMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreBOPISPredictions and ForecastsBig LotsDept. NonfoodRite AidExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Merger Forces Kroger and Albertsons To Sell More Stores Kroger and Albertsons are selling more of their stores to address concerns about their merger. RetailWire April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryMergersKrogerBrick and MortarAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon adds low-cost grocery delivery subscription option SEATTLE—In a bid to bring greater convenience to budget-minded food shoppers, Amazon has unveiled a new grocery delivery subscription option to Prime members and customers using EBT in over 3,500 cities and towns across the United States. Priced at $9.99 per month for Prime members, this subscription service offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders exceeding […] MMR April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 2 min read AmazonDeliveryWhole FoodsDept. GroceryRegional GroceryDept. FreshMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBOPISMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarShoppersPricing & PromotionsExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Taking a closer look at Kroger and Albertsons’ revised divestiture deal with C&S A series of charts and maps shows how the retailers’ revised deal differs from the original, and how it would impact markets across the country. Grocery Dive April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryKrogerDivestituresAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons sees more turmoil ahead as it closes the books on a tough year The grocer posted anemic same-store sales growth during its latest quarter, with lower inflation and a growing reliance on pharmacy posing key challenges. Grocery Dive April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayDept. PharmacyEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FTC Looks to Block Tapestry’s $8.5 Billion Acquisition of Capri Holdings Saying that Tapestry’s planned purchase of Capri Holdings would eliminate head-to-head competition in the “accessible luxury” handbag market, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has authorized a lawsuit to block the $8.5 billion deal. The acquisition plan, announced in August 2023, would bring together some of the most iconic names in luxury, uniting Tapestry’s Coach, Stuart […] Retail TouchPoints April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read AcquisitionGovernmentCompetitionConsumersMergersPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesDept. ApparelAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryKrogerMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarLegal & CriminalPackagingDivestituresStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery DoorDash Available at Wakefern Food Corp. Banners SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH), the local commerce platform, is excited to announce service with Wakefern Food Corp., the nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative. The cooperative members own and operate 365 supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Fairway Market, Gourmet Garage, and Dearborn Market banners. Customers can now order groceries and […] BusinessWire - Supermarket April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WakefernFood DeliveryDoorDashDept. GroceryRegional GroceryNestleDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Meijer plans to open two supercenters in Ohio, one in Michigan GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters, in Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, on May 14, increasing the retailer’s store count to 55 in the state. Meijer previously announced plans to open a 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Hillsdale, Mich. That store is also scheduled to open on May 14. The Ohio supercenters […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 3 min read Regional GroceryMeijerDept. HBCDept. FreshDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliBrick and MortarAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessStore LocationPhilanthropyDept. PetDept. Toys & GamesDept. PharmacyDept. ApparelDept. BakeryDept. FuelMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize Taps Lyda as Chief Legal Officer SALISBURY, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize USA, the parent company of the grocery brands Food Lion, Giant Food, GIANT Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop, has named Kim Lyda Chief Legal Officer. In this role, Lyda and her team will work closely Ahold Delhaize’s brands to provide legal counsel, as well as other services such as […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryRegional GroceryExecutivesGovernmentPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger and Albertsons update divestiture plan with C&S The grocery chains have increased the number of stores they plan to divest and added other assets to the deal as they press ahead with their embattled merger plan. Grocery Dive April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read DivestituresRegional GroceryKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMergersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Gelson’s replaces president and CEO The grocery company said Albertsons veteran Ryan Adams has assumed the top roles at the Southern California chain. Grocery Dive April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesRegional GroceryAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Publix honors associates for community service LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix honored six of its associates for their community involvement, recognizing them with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. The company notes that Publix founder George Jenkins, affectionately known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its associates should make […] MMR April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesRegional GroceryPublixPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers Must Adopt a Technology-First Strategy to Survive We’ve all heard the analogy of the boiling frog: when a frog is put into a pot of boiling water, it will instantly jump out. However, when the frog is immersed into a pot of lukewarm water that is slowly brought to a boil, the frog doesn’t sense any danger and ultimately perishes. There’s an […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyPredictions and ForecastsWalmartAmazonOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreResults & InvestmentData & InsightsReturnsMarketing: Social MediaKrogerRegional GroceryMarketing: TradeMarketing: ShopperMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayTargetDept. GroceryData VisualizationCOVID19ConsultingBig DataTrends: RetailDept. Pet 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Why Amazon’s Just Walk Out initiative failed – and why it’s not the end of checkout free technology It recently emerged that Amazon’s Just Walk Out offering is being dropped from Amazon Fresh stores. However, it’s not checkout-free tech that’s failing, it’s the fact that Amazon’s checkout free solution doesn’t work, especially in grocery retailers, argues Will Glaser, Founder and CEO at Grabango. In the dynamic grocery retail landscape, a transformative wave is […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAmazonMarketing: Social MediaTwitterTech: CashierlessShoppersMerchandisingConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshAldiRegional GroceryBrick and MortarStore FormatDept. PerimeterTrends: TechDept. Natural / OrganicCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutivesHealth & WellnessTrends: RetailMarketing: TradeTrends: ConsumerSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing JCPenney Aims to Give $500 Million Back to Customers with Revamped Rewards Program JCPenney is the latest retailer to reconfigure its rewards program with the debut of a simplified loyalty offering that nearly doubles the rate at which members earn rewards. With this enhanced earning potential, JCPenney estimates that it could return as much as half-a-billion dollars back to its customers in the form of rewards, said Katie […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersTargetRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceLowesCVSPricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. HBCExecutivesBrick and MortarMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Publix CEO joins company’s board of directors Two long-time board members also announced their retirement at the grocer’s annual stockholders meeting. Grocery Dive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesRegional GroceryPublix 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Meijer Expands Great Lakes Stewardship Commitment with Donation to the Council of the Great Lakes Region Foundation Donation will help improve water and wildlife quality in river corridors throughout Wisconsin Meijer April 16, 2024April 21, 2024 < 1 min read PhilanthropyRegional GroceryMeijer 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash acquires Metcalfe’s Market The transaction expands the food solutions company’s footprint in Wisconsin. Grocery Dive April 15, 2024April 15, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryAcquisitionDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers Get Real with AI: Four AI-Powered Apps We’ll See this Year We are past the point of conjecture about whether AI will upend the retail industry; it already has. In a recent study sponsored by Nvidia, 69% of retailers that used AI in 2023 reported that it increased revenues, and 72% said it reduced operating costs. With these kinds of results, it is no wonder 81% […] Retail TouchPoints April 14, 2024April 14, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: UGCInternationalDept. ApparelKellogg'sIndustry Conferences and EventsPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAmazonGoogleCompetitionDept. NonfoodCustomer ExperienceExecutivesStore LocationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainRestaurantsDept. FreshSponsoredAlbertsons / SafewayStrategyTargetTrends: FinanceDept. BeverageBrick and MortarBNPLBest BuyDeliveryRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Innovation Conference & Expo 2024: The Latest News on Sessions, Speakers & Experiences Are you ready to explore the evolved customer journey? The Retail TouchPoints team is reporting on all the news breaking before, during and after the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, taking place June 4-6, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. This year, we’ll hear senior-level executives’ perspectives on how customer experiences are evolving as content, […] Retail TouchPoints April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsConsumersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. PetMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaTrends: RetailShoppersIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreStrategyCustomer ExperienceOmnichannelAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainLowesESG and CSRData & InsightsMarketing: BroadcastHome DepotMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPodcastsCannabisDept. ApparelMetaverseTrends: TechCVSSustainabilityRegional GroceryBrick and MortarAlbertsons / SafewayAssociatesHealth & WellnessDept. HBCEconomyDeliveryThick DataFlagship StoresGoogleLegal & CriminalTrends: ConsumerMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStreamingBankruptcyResults & Investmentsocial commerceTrends: MarketingDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Primark President: ‘Our Business is Set Up for People to Grow Into’ Editor’s Note: As the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo (RICE) nears, we’re highlighting recent coverage of some of the speakers and companies that will be taking the stage in Chicago, June 4-6, 2024. Kevin Tulip, President of Primark U.S., will be one of several C-level leaders speaking in the C-Suite Corner, where they’ll delve into the macro […] Retail TouchPoints April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 5 min read AssociatesTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: In StoreInternational - UKIndustry Conferences and EventsSustainabilityTrends: RetailESG and CSRExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationThick DataAcquisitionInternationalOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainHome DepotHealth & WellnessCOVID19Albertsons / SafewayAmazonStore LocationResults & InvestmentEconomyBOPISRegional GroceryCVSMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Aldi vs. Lidl: How do the German discount grocers differ? Placer.ai’s new report shows the similarities and differences between the two supermarket chains Supermarket News April 11, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read LidlRegional GroceryAldiTechnology & InnovationAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Weis Markets adds tech-driven salad bars to two stores The Northeastern grocer opened Picadeli bars at a pair of Pennsylvania stores Wednesday and is preparing to bring the self-service stations to six more locations over the coming weeks. Grocery Dive April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarWeis MarketsRegional GroceryTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery - Natural Whole Foods Market Announces Annual Supplier All-Star Awards AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Whole Foods Market today announced the recipients of its highly anticipated Supplier All-Star Awards for 2023. BusinessWire - Supermarket April 10, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Whole FoodsRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Target’s April 2024 Circle Sale was its largest by sales lift Track General Merchandise spending free Access chart in Dash. Target’s April Circle Sale generated 7% more sales than the weekly average in the previous 4 weeks according to Earnest credit card data. This represents a 2 point acceleration in the Circle Sale’s contribution to Target’s topline compared to Target’s October sale. Target Circle is a […] Written by Earnest Research April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats TikTok Shop customers spend more at lower ticket apparel retailers Download full TikTok Shop report Access TikTok and Panel data in Dash. TikTok Shop customers spent 26% of their apparel wallet on Off-Price Department Stores and 11% on Fast Fashion in the 12-months ended February 2024, compared to 24% and 7% for the average shopper. Conversely, TikTok Shop users spent less than their peers at […] Written by Earnest Research April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on Apple or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Come tax season, a common refrain is: “what do my taxes even […] Written by Visual Capitalist April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Technology & Innovation AI boosts innovation in ingredient selection, formulation AI could minimize the traditional trial-and-error approach in product development. Written by Supermarket Perimeter April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 Google announces it’s delaying its self-imposed deadline to deprecate third-party cookies on Chrome for the third time. The post Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 appeared first on AdExchanger. Written by AdExchanger April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked