CPG & FMCG Five degrees to consider for a career in retail management Whether you want to work in a supermarket, a convenience store, or have an online business, it is possible to apply retail management skills in a wide variety of contexts. Discover the degrees that you can consider for a career in retail management by reading this article. Studies in retail management If you wish to […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub October 16, 2023October 16, 2023 5 min read UnileverOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsShoppersResults & InvestmentConsumersDept. ApparelMerchandisingESG and CSRCustomer ExperienceStore LocationTechnology & InnovationStrategyEconomyPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStore FormatDept. NonfoodTargetDeliveryAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Gelson’s debuts ReCharge premium convenience store format [[“value”:” Gelson’s has finalized its partnership with developer and operator of full-service electric vehicle charging centers, Rove, to provide food and beverage services as part of its new concept. Debuting with six locations in Southern California this year as Rove, and featuring a curated selection of foods, beverages, and convenience items by Gelson’s, […] Supermarket News October 5, 2023October 5, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageDept. GroceryStore FormatPartnershipsDept. OTCDept. DairySustainabilityConsumersDept. BakeryDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedDept. RefrigeratedExecutivesMerchandisingPredictions and ForecastsDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Gelson’s To Recharge Brand With New Format Southern California-based Gelson’s announced last week that it is developing a new store format in tandem with EV charging center company Rove that “represents a first-of-its-kind retail brand partnership for Gelson’s.” According to the company, “ReCharge by Gelson’s will offer a curated selection of quality foods, beverages and convenience items delivered with exceptional service to […] MorningNewsBeat October 3, 2023October 3, 2023 2 min read Dept. OTCDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. FuelStore FormatDept. FreshDept. Fresh PreparedDept. BeverageSustainabilityMerchandisingPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentStrategyDept. RefrigeratedDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Gelson’s launches ‘premium’ c-store format The Southern California grocery chain plans to sell coffee, snacks, meals and convenience items at a fleet of vehicle-charging facilities under development by startup Rove. Grocery Dive October 2, 2023October 2, 2023 < 1 min read Store FormatDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Starring Asda, Walmart, and Decathlon: RTIH’s 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 autonomous stores, virtual commerce, Just Walk Out tech meets RFID, and phone shops reinvented. 1. Pixevia works with […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaWalmartTwitterBrick and MortarAmazonShoppersTech: CashierlessExecutivesDept. ApparelMeta (Facebook)Trends: TechInternational - UKDeliveryStore LocationCustomer ExperienceTescoStore FormatOperations & Supply ChainConsultingStrategyBest BuyDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. Grocerysocial commerceInternational - North AmericaLegal & CriminalAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger remodels Houston store with Hispanic focus [[“value”:” Kroger has revamped a Signature store in Houston to include several features geared toward the area’s majority Hispanic population, according to reporting from the Houston Chronicle. In addition to bilingual signage, the newly remodeled store also includes some unique product offerings, including the chain’s first-ever assortment of fresh, store-made ceviche. The ceviche […] Supermarket News September 20, 2023September 20, 2023 2 min read KrogerDept. FreshDept. BeverageRegional GroceryStore LocationInternational - North AmericaConsumersMondelezDept. GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreHealth & WellnessPublixDeliveryPartnershipsBrick and MortarDept. ApparelStore FormatDept. DairyDept. FrozenHEBInclusivity 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Winn-Dixie opens in-store Party City department The store-within-a-store format at the regional grocer’s newest location puts an emphasis on shopper convenience. Grocery Dive August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 < 1 min read Southeastern GrocersRegional GroceryMarketing: In StoreStore FormatStore LocationShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation EE brings tech to life via new Experience store at Bluewater Shopping Centre in Kent EE is opening a new Experience store in Kent’s Bluewater Shopping Centre tomorrow (Thursday 24th August). The second of the company’s new concept stores showcases various experience zones and room sets, with each area curated to give shoppers a taste of future living and demonstrate how cutting-edge technology and connectivity can enhance their everyday lives. The […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub August 23, 2023October 5, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsShoppersInternational - UKPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarStore FormatStrategyMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Rise Dispensaries Revamps Store Design with Latest Rebrand Rise Dispensaries, a cannabis retail chain owned by Green Thumb Industries Inc., has revitalized its brand identify and refreshed retail stores across 14 markets. The new branding, developed in partnership with design firms Turner Duckworth and Brand Bureau, aims to better establish Rise’s awareness and positioning in the U.S. — especially as cannabis enters the mainstream. […] Retail TouchPoints August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 2 min read CannabisDept. HBCShoppersSustainabilityBrick and MortarStore LocationMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationStore FormatPartnershipsMarketing: Brand 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Excelling at Store Execution Improves Brand Promise, Associate Retention and Customer Experience Keeping up with the fast pace of retail is a never-ending cycle between maintaining brand promise, fostering employee productivity, and improving the customer experience. These three factors are all dependent on the other: employee productivity is key to meeting consumer demand, and meeting consumer demand is vital to increasing revenue and protecting the brand. Given […] Gary Stonell August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersAssociatesCustomer ExperienceConsumersStrategyBrick and MortarMarketing: In StoreHoliday & EventsMarketing: BrandMarketing: TradeTargetExecutivesDept. NonfoodMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainStore FormatDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon’s grocery revamp has begun Refreshing the Amazon Fresh store format and expanding online access underscore the company’s commitment to succeeding in the industry, despite its recent stumbles. Grocery Dive August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 < 1 min read AmazonDept. FreshStore Format 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash Consolidates Three Banners Into One SpartanNash said this week that it is “upgrading store guest experiences across the Midwest by consolidating its No Frills, Sun Mart and Dan’s Supermarket retail banners into Family Fare, its flagship retail banner. Family Fare is best known for everyday value and convenience, outstanding service and a commitment to community. This summer, seven stores in […] MorningNewsBeat July 27, 2023July 27, 2023 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryShoppersBrick and MortarPricing & PromotionsExecutivesStore FormatMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionFlagship StoresDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation MAPCO opens checkout-free store in Nashville, Tennessee, powered by Grabango technology MAPCO has launched its second checkout-free store. The Grabango powered location can be found in Nashville, Tennessee. “We’re thrilled to bring Grabango’s seamless checkout experience to additional Nashville customers, who want quick and efficient visits,” says Frederic Chaveyriat, CEO at MAPCO. “We are seeing an increasing number of our shoppers opt for this faster, convenient […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 2 min read Tech: CashierlessTechnology & InnovationShoppersData & InsightsBrick and MortarBPPartnershipsExecutivesStore LocationStore FormatMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B debuts e-commerce fulfillment center SAN ANTONIO — H-E-B recently opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center in Plano, Texas, a project that expands the retailer’s commitment to integrate innovative technologies that drive omnichannel growth and provide a better shopping experience for Texans. The 55,000-square-foot facility supports H-E-B’s curbside pickup and home delivery services throughout a fast-growing region of the state. […] MMR July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 3 min read HEBDept. FreshBrick and MortarBOPISShoppersRestaurantsStore LocationDeliveryMarketing: In StoreMerchandisingOmnichannelStore FormatOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Effective Retail Marketing Can Boost In-Store Sales Although reports show that U.S. retail sales are growing, it’s still essential for business owners to make use of effective marketing practices to remain competitive and stay ahead of the curve. By utilizing targeted advertising, optimizing your in-store displays, offering personalized customer experiences and more, you can create a distinctive and exciting shopping atmosphere that […] Spence Hoffman June 29, 2023October 5, 2023 3 min read ShoppersConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreBrick and MortarMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTechnology & InnovationESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMerchandisingTargetStore FormatStrategyData & InsightsStore LocationPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Starring AiFi, ZERO10, and Slalom: Check out last week’s most read RTIH retail technology articles These are the RTIH articles that caught your fancy last week, including EE, Barclaycard, the Isle of Wight Festival 2023, no-boxx, Valtech, commercetools, MACH Alliance, and Brave Bison Commerce. UK mobile network giant EE seeks to reinvent retail with new Studio store launch at Westfield London EE has opened a new flagship store, The EE […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub June 19, 2023October 5, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaTwitterInternational - UKShoppersTescoOmnichannelPackagingTrends: TechPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityStrategyReturnsStore LocationDanoneBigCommerceStore FormatOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsBig DataResults & InvestmentTech: AR and VRTrends: FinanceTrends: RetailMetaverseGoogleCustomer ExperienceDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Retail MediaBrick and MortarDept. ApparelDept. GroceryDept. NonfoodInsight ProvidersFlagship StoresConsumersdunnhumbyVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer CVS Health hones drug store format BOSTON — CVS Health is in the midst of reimagining its drug stores to reinforce its position as the front door of health care in America. At the company’s first annual Retail Supplier Summit yesterday, Musab Balbale, senior vice president and chief merchandising officer, talked about the process and how it will better align retail […] MMR June 16, 2023June 16, 2023 3 min read ConsumersCVSHealth & WellnessStore FormatDept. PharmacyBrick and MortarMerchandisingExecutivesDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCPartnershipsStore LocationMarketing: TradeTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hy-Vee opening new store in Gretna, Neb. WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Hy-Vee this month will celebrate the grand opening of the newest store featuring the regional supermarket chain’s entirely reimagined grocery store format. After more than a year of construction, the store, in Gretna, Neb., is set to greet its first customers June 13. The 135,000-square-foot store will feature many of […] MMR June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 2 min read Hy-VeeDept. FreshVendorsDept. PerimeterStore FormatDeliveryDept. GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicHealth & WellnessPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationBrick and MortarBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How Big Retail and CPG Brands Are Rethinking Omnichannel Promotional Campaigns to Battle Inflation U.S. food prices surged by 11 percent last year, marking the largest increase since the 1980s. While the rate of inflation has gradually calmed down since its June 2022 peak, rising prices remain a significant concern for retailers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. Given the possibility of a recession, it may be tempting to […] Matt Antal June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 3 min read ShoppersOmnichannelData & InsightsEconomyConsumersAgenciesMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCustomer ExperienceTargetDept. GroceryMarketing: TradeDept. NonfoodStore LocationStore FormatMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Labor Saving Technology Self-Checkout Is for Everyone When your competitors evolve and you don’t more often than not that spells trouble. Here is why, consumers over acknowledge that they like change that is slow. What they do like even more than change is ‘discovery’ according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson went on to say, […] Grocerant Guru June 2, 2023July 11, 2023 6 min read Technology & InnovationAITech: CashierlessShoppersGoogleData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaCOVID19Trends: TechDept. GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesAmazonBPStore LocationCustomer ExperienceConsumersTwitterStore FormatRestaurantsExecutivesMeta (Facebook)TargetConsultingPricing & PromotionsDept. FuelVendorsPartnershipsESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreStrategyDept. NonfoodAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Why the Secret to Nailing Your E-Commerce Strategy Requires Lighting Up the Senses Have you ever compared your online shopping experiences to your in-store experiences? Physical and digital retail experiences should both be inspirational and filled with entertainment and emotion. But that doesn’t change the fact that when it comes to engaging customers and eliciting sales, physical retail has a “leg up” on e-commerce because real-world shopping experiences […] Ben Marks May 30, 2023July 11, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: In StoreLowesDept. NonfoodWalmartStrategyDept. ApparelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTargetMerchandisingReturnsBrick and MortarTech: AR and VRStore FormatMetaverseOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Edge Computing Turns Retail Challenges Into Industry-Leading Opportunities Retailers have a huge opportunity to offer intuitive, technology-driven experiences to employees. Despite facing industry headwinds, research has revealed that 68 percent of U.S. retailers plan to increase their technology spending over the next three years. This is due to growing customer expectations, as well as the return of consumers to brick-and-mortar stores, which is […] Samir Sandesara May 3, 2023July 11, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersAssociatesData & InsightsBrick and MortarBOPISCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainConsumersCustomer ExperienceReturnsStore LocationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionLegal & CriminalTech: AR and VRStrategyStore FormatMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsultingResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsMetaverseMerchandisingTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Tommy Hilfiger doubles store size at Icon Outlet at The O2 Icon Outlet at The O2 has announced that fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger has upsized its store at the destination by more than 110%. Now spanning 6,000… View Article The Retail Bulletin May 1, 2023May 1, 2023 < 1 min read Store FormatDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Oakley ditches flagship’s dystopian aesthetic for ‘warmer ambience’ Oakley’s dystopian-looking headquarters building in Southern California until recently included a small flagship store with a similar aesthetic. That has changed with a remodel that increased the store size from 1,132 square feet to 2,869. The new flagship has a warmer vibe and sits adjacent to the eyewear maker’s museum. “We felt we needed to […] RetailWire April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 < 1 min read Flagship StoresStore Format 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Six Tips And Techniques To Boost Retail Efficiency In today’s competitive retail industry, improving efficiency is crucial for businesses to stay ahead. With the rise of e-commerce, brick-and-mortar retailers must provide optimized experiences to attract and retain customers. Fortunately, retailers can implement various tips and techniques to boost their efficiency and improve their bottom line. By embracing new technology, digitizing processes, streamlining staff […] Retail Minded April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 4 min read ShoppersAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainTechnology & InnovationData & InsightsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionESG and CSRConsumersInternationalMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaStore FormatSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Mi Súper Dollar General premieres in Mexico GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General Corp. entered Mexico last month with the opening of a Mi Súper Dollar General outside Monterrey. “We are excited about our international expansion,” chief executive officer Jeff Owen said during a conference call discussing fourth quarter earnings. “We have been very encouraged by the customer response and community reception we […] MMR April 17, 2023April 17, 2023 3 min read International - North AmericaDollar GeneralBrick and MortarStore FormatShoppersDept. FreshConsumersExecutivesDept. PerimeterResults & InvestmentReturnsInternationalEconomyDept. NonfoodDept. HBCDept. BakeryDept. PetHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Retail Assortment Strategies: What Are They & How Do They Work? As a retailer, getting shoppers into your store is the first big hurdle, but then comes an even more complex beast—getting them to make a purchase. One essential component of this is using the best retail assortment strategy for your store. For some retailers, simply offering a wide variety of items is the key, even […] Wiser Retail Strategies April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 6 min read MerchandisingShoppersStrategyDept. ApparelBrick and MortarStore LocationConsumersTargetMarketing: In StoreDept. BeverageLowesWeatherDept. FreshStore FormatWalmartDept. FrozenHome DepotData & InsightsMarketing: TradeDept. PerimeterTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainDept. BakeryMarketing: ShopperHoliday & EventsDollar TreeDept. Sporting goodsDept. DairyAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Five Below to Target High Earners With 400 More Five Beyond Stores Five Below plans to expand its higher-priced Five Beyond concept by converting 400 more store locations, reports PYMNTS. The specialty discount store is looking to appeal to a new demographic of customers with its Five Beyond concept, which sells items priced above $5 but “still below the rest,” according to the company website. The new store prototype is […] Kristina Stidham March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarConsumersTargetShoppersResults & InvestmentCOVID19Customer ExperienceEconomyExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainPress ReleaseStore FormatTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How Retailers Can Use Video Analytics to Draw Valuable Insights The retail sector has seen dramatic changes in recent years with the rise of online shopping and an isolating pandemic driving an exodus of customers from long-established shared spaces such as malls and movie theaters. Despite less-than-ideal circumstances, many of these trends have challenged traditional brick-and-mortar retailers to rethink how they do business, and some […] Liam Galin March 14, 2023July 11, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsShoppersStore LocationBrick and MortarCustomer ExperienceDept. NonfoodHoliday & EventsDept. Toys & GamesCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainAssociatesDept. Natural / OrganicThick DataDeliveryExecutivesMerchandisingStore Format 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Green Zebra, Unique Healthy C-Store Format, To Close Green Zebra, the Portland, Oregon, “healthy convenience store” that began operations a decade ago, announced this morning that it will wind down operations and close all three of its units at the end of the month. “We have been holding on by a thread since the pandemic started and have been in austerity mode since […] MorningNewsBeat March 9, 2023March 9, 2023 4 min read Store FormatHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesCOVID19Dept. GroceryEconomyDept. FreshDept. BeverageWhole FoodsPackagingExecutivesDept. Adult BevDept. FuelStreamingPartnershipsDept. PerimeterBrick and MortarGovernmentStore LocationResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Channel: Mass Corporate Strategy Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Kroger Delivers its First-Party Data to the Yahoo DSP Yahoo Advertising and Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) — the retail media business of Kroger, powered by 84.51° — are teaming up to bring Kroger’s first-party, purchase-based audiences to the Yahoo Demand-Side Platform (DSP). Yahoo DSP advertisers can now activate KPM’s audiences to reach targeted consumers with their advertising and measure campaign results. While off-site advertising […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Technology & Innovation Amazon services outpace retail growth in Q1 The e-commerce giant’s third-party services, advertising, subscriptions and cloud unit generated double-digit revenue increases in the period. Written by RetailDive May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Stores & Formats Amazon tops expectations for revenue, earnings SEATTLE – Amazon posted better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 13% from a year earlier to $143.3 billion. The company reported first-quarter net income of $10.4 billion, or 98 cents a diluted share, compared to $3.2 billion a year earlier. Amazon’s operating income surged to $15.3 billion, up […] Written by MMR May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers 5 things top news: Kroger tries to strengthen merger deal The most impactful news in the grocery industry for the week ending April 26 Written by Supermarket News April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Corporate Strategy ESG Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walmart to close all 51 health centers BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart today said it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Walmart Health and Walmart Virtual Care clinics, citing a lack of profitability. “The decision to close all 51 health centers across five states and shut down the virtual care offering was not easy. We understand this change affects lives – […] Written by MMR April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked