Shopper & Customer Sam’s Club to Open ‘Design Thinking Studio’ This Summer Sam’s Club will open its 37,000-square-foot design thinking studio, dubbed Clubhouse, this summer on the retailer’s Bentonville, Ark. campus. Sam’s Club, which first announced plans for the studio in June 2022, will use Clubhouse as an innovation engine for testing products and designing new, enhanced experiences for members and associates. Additionally, the retailer has digitized […] Retail TouchPoints March 1, 2024March 1, 2024 < 1 min read Sams ClubMarketing: Social MediaDept. BakeryPredictions and ForecastsWalmartTechnology & InnovationAssociatesShoppersCustomer ExperienceBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Walmart Announces Plan to Add 150+ Large-Format Stores Walmart plans to build or convert more than 150 large-format stores over the next five years, it announced on Wednesday. Some of the locations will be expanded from a smaller location into a Supercenter with a full range of groceries and merchandise, but the majority will be new stores, Josh Havens, a company spokesman, said. […] Joe Keenan February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartBrick and MortarConsumersStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsOmnichannelCompetitionShoppersSams ClubEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Kroger Sets Biodiversity and Pollinator Protection Goals for Produce Supply Chain Kroger will require its fresh produce suppliers to use Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices for all products they sell to the supermarket giant by 2028 or 2030, depending on the grower’s size. Medium- to large-sized growers will be expected to meet the goal by the end of 2028, while small growers will have until 2030 […] Retail TouchPoints January 27, 2024January 27, 2024 2 min read Dept. FreshKrogerSustainabilityDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessESG and CSROwned Brands (Private Label)Whole FoodsMerchandisingRegional GrocerySams ClubStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Sam’s Club Receipt Checks To Be Done By AI The New York Times reports that Walmart-owned Sam’s Club is going to begin replacing the folks who check customer receipts as they leave the store – the stores will begin using AI “to scan shoppers’ carts so they no longer have to show a receipt at the exit upon checking out.” The move is designed […] MorningNewsBeat January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersBrick and MortarWalmartSams ClubPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Retail Media: Everything You Need to Know For several years now the term “retail media” has been buzzing around both retail and media circles. Whether you’re looking for a deeper understanding of the implications and applications of retail media or need a down-and-dirty explainer on what retail media actually is, you’ve landed in the right place. This special Retail TouchPoints resource hub […] Retail TouchPoints January 12, 2024January 12, 2024 14 min read Marketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsData & InsightsInstacartConsumersMarketing: Social MediaAmazonMarketing: BroadcastWalmartDeliveryESG and CSRKrogerMarketing: In StoreTargetBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationShoppersPredictions and ForecastsRegional GroceryHy-VeeResults & InvestmentDollar GeneralLowesSustainability84.51StreamingRoundelWalmart ConnectMetaverseAlbertsons / SafewaySams ClubGamingDrizlyOmnichannelSponsoredWalgreensConsultingMarketing: OOHAgenciesPricing & PromotionsMeta (Facebook)ExecutivesCVSCustomer ExperienceInsight ProvidersBest BuyTikTokMarketing: Digital MediaDept. FuelDept. NonfoodGoogleTrends: TechStrategyHome Depotsocial commerceJ&JStore LocationInternational - UKMarketing: BrandMarketing: ShopperMarketing: UGCOperations & Supply ChainPackagingAlimentation Couche-TardTrends: MarketingUnileverCircle KBig DataCryptoCostcoBJ’s Wholesale ClubMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Evolution of AI in Retail and Why it’s Only the Beginning Artificial intelligence is no stranger to the retail industry. Amazon.com was an early adopter of AI, leveraging it more than two decades ago to provide online shoppers with fairly rudimentary product recommendations. The use of AI in retail has advanced substantially since then and is now an important staple for brands’ e-commerce technology stacks, driving […] Sergio Iacobucci September 29, 2023September 29, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationCustomer ExperienceMerchandisingDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsEconomyConsultingChatGPTHoliday & EventsPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainSams ClubConsumersMarketing: TradeWalmartDept. Sporting goodsAmazonDept. NonfoodSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Retail Media Innovation & Standardization with Sam’s Club MAP’s Lex Josephs The CPG Guys are joined by Lex Josephs, VP/GM of Sam’s Club Member Access Platform, the retail media division of Sam’s Club, a unit of Walmart. MAP’s mission is to provide the most valuable and additive ads experience to our member. It’s our member-first approach that differentiates us, along with the combination of our platform, […] The CPG Guys September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 2 min read Marketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaSams ClubTechnology & InnovationPodcastsTrends: MarketingWalmartData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Judith McKenna Retiring as Walmart International CEO; Replacement Named Walmart has announced major leadership changes within the company, with Judith McKenna, president and CEO of Walmart International, set to retire after 27 years with the retailer. Effective Sept. 11, Kath McLay will take over as the president and CEO of Walmart International, while Chris Nicholas will assume the role of president and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S., Walmart President and […] Joe Keenan August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 < 1 min read InternationalWalmartExecutivesMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesData & InsightsSams ClubResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Drug Cooler Screens Sues Walgreens for Ending Smart Door Agreement In-store digital media startup Cooler Screens is suing Walgreens, previously one of the highest-profile adopters of its technology, which integrates smart screens onto cooler doors to power in-store advertising. Cooler Screens is seeking $200 million for breach of contract and is seeking to prevent the retailer from removing the screen technology from its stores. A […] Retail TouchPoints June 9, 2023June 12, 2023 4 min read WalgreensExecutivesLegal & CriminalTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceData & InsightsShoppersVendorsCircle KCVSKrogerSams ClubRestaurantsMarketing: OOHAlimentation Couche-Tard 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Tax refunds gave slight and early Boost to BJ’s Wholesale; more to Costco and Sam’s Club Available to clients in the IRS Payments dashboard. “Q: Do you think tax — lower tax refunds impacted you guys at all with all your data any way to tell which of your customers may have been impacted by that…? A: Mike, Look, we don’t have tremendous data on this. We never had a great […] Earnest Research May 24, 2023May 30, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsCostcoResults & InvestmentConsumersShoppersSams ClubExecutivesDept. NonfoodDept. HBCDept. ApparelData VisualizationBJ’s Wholesale Club 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Sam’s Club Expands Network of Tech, Agency Partners to Help Brands Plan and Execute Retail Media Campaigns Sam’s Club has launched a partner program for its Member Access Platform (MAP), the platform through which brands can access and manage their ad campaigns on the retailer’s media network. Through the Sam’s Club MAP Partners Club, brand advertisers can now easily connect with agencies and technologies to plan and execute their marketing campaigns. The […] Retail TouchPoints April 25, 2023July 11, 2023 2 min read PartnershipsMarketing: Retail MediaTechnology & InnovationSams ClubData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsAgenciesTrends: RetailIndustry Conferences and EventsDollar GeneralExecutivesMarketing: In StoreJohnson & JohnsonLowesMarketing: BroadcastAIStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Sam’s Club celebrates 40th anniversary BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Sam’s Club is marking its 40th anniversary this month with in-club events and special deals, including the chance for first-time members to join for as little as $10. The Walmart division plans to continue the celebration throughout the year with surprises and special offers for members. The first Sam’s outlet opened on […] MMR April 13, 2023April 13, 2023 3 min read Pricing & PromotionsBOPISOperations & Supply ChainWalmartDept. BakeryDept. BeverageDeliveryDept. ApparelDept. DairyDept. GroceryMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMerchandisingSams ClubSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Building a Member-Centric Retail Media Platform with Sam’s Club MAP’s Lex Josephs The CPG Guys are joined by Lex Josephs, VP/GM of Sam’s Club Member Access Platform, the retail media division of Sam’s Club, a unit of Walmart. MAP’s mission is to provide the most valuable and additive ads experience to our member. It’s our member-first approach that differentiates us, along with the combination of our platform, […] The CPG Guys April 8, 2023July 11, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsSams ClubWalmartOmnichannelConsumersTrends: TechData & InsightsShoppersPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Building a Member-Centric Media Platform with Sam’s Club MAP’s Lex Josephs The CPG Guys are joined by Lex Josephs, VP/GM of Sam’s Club Member Access Platform, the retail media division of Sam’s Club, a unit of Walmart. MAP’s mission is to provide the most valuable and additive ads experience to our member. It’s our member-first approach that differentiates us, along with the combination of our platform, […] The CPG Guys April 8, 2023July 11, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsSams ClubWalmartOmnichannelMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersTrends: TechData & InsightsShoppersPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation BJ’s Wholesale Club to Power Up Shelf-Scanning Robots at All Locations BJ’s Wholesale Club has entered a partnership with Simbe to roll out the solution provider’s automated business intelligence robot, Tally, to all 237 stores. The retailer plans to utilize the AI-powered solution to provide greater visibility into club conditions and drive deeper business insights. Tally autonomously roams club aisles multiple times per day, leveraging its […] Retail TouchPoints March 16, 2023July 11, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationTech: RoboticsAIAssociatesBJ’s Wholesale ClubMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarTrends: TechPartnershipsCustomer ExperienceDept. FreshDept. PerimeterSams ClubExecutivesDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Data & Insights Sam’s Club To Offer Clients Retargeted Display Ads Walmart-owned Sam’s Club announced that “real-time, intelligently retargeted display advertising is now available across tens of thousands of sites on the open web through Sam’s Club Member Access Platform (MAP). This feature — provided in partnership with The Trade Desk and LiveRamp (RAMP) — leverages first-party member data, advertiser data and AI-powered, real-time behavioral insights […] MorningNewsBeat March 1, 2023July 11, 2023 2 min read AITechnology & InnovationData & InsightsSams ClubDept. ApparelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersMarketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsBig DataInsight ProvidersMerchandisingPricing & PromotionsShoppersAmazonWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Sam’s will add more than 30 clubs BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Buoyed by record membership growth, Sam’s Club announced plans to open more than 30 new clubs across the country, starting with a unit in Florida that is slated to open next year. The Walmart division also revealed a multiple-year plan to invest in and modernize its supply chain through new distribution and […] MMR February 27, 2023February 27, 2023 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainBOPISStore LocationOmnichannelDept. FreshDeliveryExecutivesHealth & WellnessResults & InvestmentDept. FuelSams ClubDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationTech: RoboticsDept. Adult BevPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityDept. RefrigeratedDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Technology & Innovation Sam’s Club’s SVP, Chief Product Officer on Creating a Culture of Innovation Sam’s Club is known for being an innovator within the retail industry. In this video clip from Total Retail Tech 2022 in Nashville, Tim Simmons, senior vice president and chief product officer of Sam’s Club, speaks about the technology foundation fueling the retailer’s culture of innovation. You can watch the full recording of Simmons’ keynote session from […] Kristina Stidham February 22, 2023February 22, 2023 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationExecutivesSams Club 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: Social MediaStore LocationWalmartSams ClubDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Sam’s Club To Open 30+ Stores In Next Few Years CNBC reports that Walmart-owned Sam’s Club plans to “open more than 30 new stores in the U.S., marking its most aggressive expansion in years. “The warehouse club’s next store is expected to open in Florida in 2024. Sam’s Club also plans to open five fulfillment and distribution centers this year, with the first of those […] MorningNewsBeat January 28, 2023January 28, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainWalmartSams ClubPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart-owned Sam’s Club plans to open about 30 new stores over next five years [[ Getty Images Walmart-owned Sam’s Club on Thursday said it will open more than 30 new stores in the U.S., marking its most aggressive expansion in years. The warehouse club’s next store is expected to open in Florida in 2024. Sam’s Club also plans to open five fulfillment and distribution centers this year, with the […] CNBC January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 4 min read Brick and MortarWalmartCostcoData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainEconomyCOVID19Dept. FuelAssociatesDept. GrocerySams ClubShoppersBOPISBed Bath & BeyondBJ’s Wholesale ClubDept. BeverageDept. PetPackagingDept. NonfoodCompetitionDeliveryDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshTechnology & InnovationExecutivesOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsDept. Paper 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Sam’s Club to Add 30+ Larger-Format Stores, 5 New Fulfillment Centers Sam’s Club is embarking on an ambitious expansion of its physical footprint, beginning with five new fulfillment and distribution centers opening this year — the first, in Georgia, in Q3 2023. The club retailer also plans to open more than 30 larger-format stores, most of which will include enhanced perimeter departments, bigger healthcare spaces and […] Retail TouchPoints January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 2 min read Brick and MortarBOPISHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshSams ClubDept. FuelOmnichannelExecutivesDept. Fresh PreparedResults & InvestmentDept. DairyDept. RefrigeratedDept. PerimeterDept. Adult BevDeliveryTech: Robotics 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Sam’s Club plans to add 30 new clubs BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Buoyed by record membership growth, Sam’s Club on Thursday announced plans to open more than 30 new clubs across the country, starting with a unit in Florida that is slated to open next year. The Walmart division also revealed a multiple-year plan to invest in and modernize its supply chain through new […] MMR January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainBOPISStore LocationOmnichannelDept. FreshDeliveryHealth & WellnessSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentDept. FuelExecutivesDept. RefrigeratedTechnology & InnovationTech: RoboticsDept. DairySams ClubInclusivityDept. Fresh PreparedDept. Adult BevWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media BJ’s Joins the Fast-Growing Retail Media Club BJ’s Wholesale Club has become the latest retailer to launch a media network, offering brands a comprehensive advertising solution to connect with its members. The new program, called BJ’s Media Edge, is being launched in partnership with Microsoft’s PromoteIQ solution. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Microsoft and offer brand partners a highly effective, omnichannel approach […] Retail TouchPoints December 1, 2022December 2, 2022 2 min read Marketing: Retail MediaPartnershipsData & InsightsBJ’s Wholesale ClubMarketing: Social MediaAgenciesExecutivesMarketing: BroadcastESG and CSRWalmartBest BuyTikTokCompetitionReturnsOmnichannelTargetSams ClubConsultingDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Californians Spend Inflation Stimulus Checks at Sam’s Club, DoorDash [This is a preview from our full report “Measuring the Impact of California’s Inflation Relief Checks on Consumer Spending.” Download for free]. California’s October 2022 Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR) payments of up to $1,050 buoyed spending across some of the largest retailers in the country, while leaving others unimpacted. Looking at some of the […] Earnest Research - DataBites November 10, 2022November 10, 2022 2 min read Technology & InnovationEconomyDoorDashFood DeliveryRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarConsumersInstacartBest BuyUbereatsTargetSams ClubHome DepotKrogerDept. FuelDeliveryData & InsightsWalmartAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Sam’s Club Completes Chainwide Rollout of Inventory-Scanning Robots Sam’s Club has completed the addition of inventory scanning capabilities to the fleet of robotic scrubbers in its nearly 600 stores. The cloud-connected Inventory Scan towers incorporated into the scrubbers capture data as the robot moves autonomously around the store, providing insights into product localization, planogram compliance, product stock levels and pricing accuracy verification. The […] Retail TouchPoints October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainTech: RoboticsSams ClubData & InsightsWalmartTrends: TechBrick and MortarAssociatesDept. FuelMarketing: In StoreMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
CPG: HBC Black Friday 2020: the best early deals and bargains The Black Friday sale no longer lasts only a day – retailers have already started discounting in the run-up to 27 November. Here’s a roundup of some of the offers: o Aldi is running a Black Friday sale online and waiting until the day itself to launch its deal. It is offering a Nintendo Switch […] November 21, 2020November 21, 2020 3 min read AldiAmazonBPData & InsightsDept. BeverageDept. DairyHoliday & EventsMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradePackagingPricing & PromotionsSams ClubShoppersTechnology & InnovationTesco 0 Edit
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Channel: Home Improvement Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Finance Operations & Supply Chain Home Depot Acquires SRS for $18.25B, Boosting Pro Sales Home Depot recently announced its acquisition of SRS Distribution for a whopping $18.25 billion. This hefty investment marks the company’s boldest stride yet to seize a larger share of the professional market, particularly targeting contractors and roofers. Written by RetailWire March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Channel: Grocery Kroger to close 3 e-commerce fulfillment facilities The grocer said it will shutter one Ocado-powered spoke in South Florida and two others in Texas in late May. Written by Grocery Dive March 27, 2024March 28, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Charted: Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Car Brand Loyalty in 2024 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. This graphic visualizes the best and worst car brands in terms of brand loyalty. […] Written by Visual Capitalist March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights International Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Key Takeaways From Shoptalk Spring 2024 Shoptalk always brings the best and brightest minds of the industry together for four days packed with insights, networking opportunities, trend predictions and so much more. This year, the spring event in Las Vegas was no exception. But like many other major industry events, Shoptalk can feel like you’re sprinting a marathon — there’s so […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats Nike Pivots, Embraces Wholesale Once Again Amid faltering demand for shoes and clothing as well as slipping digital sales, Nike Inc. said last week that it will bank a lot more on the thing it has spent the past several years turning away from: other retailers. Executives discussed those plans on Nike’s earnings call, during which it announced that while fiscal […] Written by TotalRetail March 25, 2024March 26, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked