Department: Consumer Durables Hasbro warns of weak holiday quarter results, cuts 15% of its workforce [[ Getty Images Hasbro said Thursday it would eliminate around 1,000 employee positions and warned of weak holiday-quarter results. Shares of the toy maker fell more than 6% in extended trading. “Despite strong growth in Wizards of the Coast and Digital Gaming, Hasbro Pulse, and our licensing business, our Consumer Products business underperformed in the […] CNBC January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesHoliday & EventsConsumersAssociatesResults & InvestmentSustainabilityStrategyPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesEconomyData & InsightsCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance NRF 2023: Top Retail Influencers’ Key Takeaways The RETHINK Retail team ventured to NYC from January 14-17th for NRF 2023: Retail’s Big Show. While there, we had the opportunity to speak with attendees from our Top Retail Influencer community and learn about their event experience. #TRI members- April Sabral, Andrew Smith, Carl Boutet, Alberto Serrentino, Charles Haseman, Christine Russo, Guy Courtin, and […] Rethink Retail January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 5 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: SocialData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainShoppersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesData VisualizationOmnichannelBrick and MortarCustomer ExperienceReturnsAssociatesTrends: RetailSustainabilityResults & InvestmentIndustry Conferences and EventsMerchandisingInsight ProvidersConsultingDept. ApparelVendorsMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Three Use Cases for Amazon Marketing Cloud It seems like everyone is talking about Amazon Marketing Cloud lately. You might be wondering why there is so much excitement for AMC, and how you can actually use Amazon’s newest analytics tool to grow your business. Today, we’ll walk through three categories of use cases that advertisers like yourself can start implementing today. What […] Intentwise January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 4 min read AmazonData & InsightsTechnology & InnovationShoppersTargetMarketing: ShopperStore LocationAcquisitionSustainabilityStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
A Greener Rubik’s Cube Is Part Of Spin Master’s Eco-Initiative Toy manufacturer Spin Master solved a tricky Rubik’s Cube challenge in order to create a 100% recycled cube. Joan Verdon - Forbes January 27, 2023January 27, 2023 < 1 min read Sustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer How to Get Discovered by U.K. Retailers: Understanding British Consumers Before you launch your brand in the United Kingdom, it’s important to know what’s going on in today’s U.K. retail market as it may differ from the markets your brand currently has a presence in. Whether the British market is familiar territory or completely new, here’s a deep dive into understanding the U.K.’s marketplace, retailers, […] RangeMe January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 4 min read ConsumersSustainabilityVendorsInternational - UKPackagingGovernmentTescoHealth & WellnessEconomyShoppersInclusivityDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. BeveragePredictions and ForecastsOmnichannelMarketing: SocialDept. PetOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDept. Adult BevResults & InvestmentESG and CSRDept. HBCAldiMarketing: In StoreTargetMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationAssociatesHoliday & EventsDept. FuelOwned Brands (Private Label)social commerceTrends: Food and BeverageTrends: RetailBrick and MortarInsight Providers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Nike’s Journey To Marketing Excellence When Nike’s ten business development principles were written by Rob Strasser in 1977 the words marketing, systems, research and planning were all dirty words inside of Nike’s culture. I know, I was there at a critical time in Nike’s growth. During those days Nike had very idiosyncratic, gruff, scruffy but brilliant leaders, who even thought […] Branding Strategy January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 8 min read Dept. ApparelStrategyMarketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationAmazonResults & InvestmentMarketing: TradeConsumersPartnershipsExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsDept. NonfoodData VisualizationTargetSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Millennials Dominated Holiday Shopping Spend — Here’s What it Means for 2023 In a year when holiday spending on gifts, travel and entertainment was down 1 percent from the year prior, one age group bucked that trend in a huge way. Millennials, perhaps aided by increased incomes due to “The Great Reshuffle,” told us it would spend a whopping 11 percent more than it did in 2021, […] Kelly Pedersen January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 3 min read ConsumersHoliday & EventsESG and CSRMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionReturnsConsultingHealth & WellnessData & InsightsMarketing: SocialTrends: FinanceBNPLDeliveryDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainStrategySustainabilityAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Retail Traffic Trends #112: Consumer Habits 2023 While some trends come and go, there were a few trends that have stayed with consumers throughout the year. As online shopping continues to be a popular choice for consumers, physical stores can offer shoppers perks that e-commerce can’t replicate. This week we look at trends to increase foot traffic and customer loyalty. […] Doorcounts January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationConsumersStore LocationDeliveryShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreGoogleBrick and MortarReturnsHoliday & EventsTrends: ConsumerSustainabilityDept. ApparelMarketing: TradeChatGPTMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionGovernmentCOVID19Trends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Online supermarket Motatos say too much food still ends up in landfill Online supermarket retailer Motatos saved 25,642 tonnes of waste globally in 2022, with £798,000 worth of food saved from landfill in the UK alone The 2022… View Article The Retail Bulletin January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GrocerySustainabilityInternational - UKDept. Beverage 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
Department & Category Former Giant Company president joins food waste firm’s advisory board Nicholas Bertram will help guide Divert, a company he worked with as head of the grocery chain, as it continues its nationwide expansion. Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. GroceryAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Sustainability to take centre stage at IFE seminar The seminar programme for IFE, International Food & Drink Event, is now live, with this year’s event putting the issue of sustainability at the heart of discussions on a dedicated Sustainability Stage, sponsored by Elopak. Taking place on 20-22 March at ExCeL London and supported by Official Show Sponsor MHP Food, IFE is a comprehensive […] Talking Retail January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. GroceryInternationalInternational - UKDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Mattress Company Serta Simmons Files for Bankruptcy Serta Simmons Bedding, the Georgia-based mattress company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Monday, saying the move is an attempt, in part, to reduce the company’s debt. The company, owned by private equity firm Advent International, said it’s “operating as normal” — it earmarked $125 million in financing to keep operating — and the restructuring […] Marie Albiges January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read BankruptcyResults & InvestmentInternationalEconomyConsumersSustainabilityExecutivesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer To Experience the Future of Retail, You’ll Want to Go to the Store Over the past three years, most of us have done a lot more shopping online, so it’s easy to forget that while ecommerce is still growing, most retail commerce still happens in stores. In Q3 2022, ecommerce accounted for less than 15% of all retail sales. That means brick-and-mortar is still going strong, and not […] Retail TouchPoints January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 4 min read ShoppersConsumersMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionBrick and MortarStore LocationDept. HBCMarketing: UGCDept. NonfoodThick DataESG and CSRDeliveryTrends: RetailPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: SocialDept. ApparelRestaurantsStrategyFlagship StoresDept. AppliancesHealth & WellnessHoliday & EventsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)ShopifyStore FormatDept. Sporting goodsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Department: Food Sprouts launches new food waste initiative Now implemented in all its California stores, the grocer’s Rescued Organics program sells discounted imperfect produce to improve affordability, support local farmers and reduce waste. Grocery Dive January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityDept. GroceryDept. PerimeterDept. FreshBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International How the energy crisis is affecting retail The energy crisis has affected every part of our lives as individuals, with the cost of living increase crippling households up and down the UK. According to the latest statistics from National Energy Action (NEA), around 4.5 million households in the UK were deemed to be in fuel poverty. In the coming months, this figure […] Modern Retail January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityInternational - UKConsumersDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Market Research for Small Businesses Market research is an essential tool for businesses of any size or industry to understand their target audience, identify customer needs and preferences, and gather information about their competitors. In a nutshell, market research helps businesses grow and succeed. This is a primary goal for small businesses, making market research integral to small businesses making […] GeoPoll January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsShoppersThick DataTargetMarketing: UGCGovernmentCompetitionESG and CSRDept. NonfoodConsumersPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentStore LocationStrategySustainabilityMarketing: SocialAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Implementing Market Segmentation In Retail Market segmentation is fundamental to brand-business building. When creatively and intelligently managed, market segmentation can provide insight into: Superior understanding of the customer so the brand-business can provide outstanding competitive advantage; Strategic focus that is essential for effective marketing; Identifying market priorities that can drive brand-business strategies. Dollar General applied market segmentation to generate its […] Branding Strategy January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 3 min read ShoppersDollar GeneralMarketing: BrandStrategyMarketing: In StoreDept. GroceryDept. NonfoodExecutivesTechnology & InnovationBrick and MortarMerchandisingHoliday & EventsOwned Brands (Private Label)COVID19Dept. FrozenResults & InvestmentDept. Toys & GamesSustainabilityDept. ApparelEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Sustainability, active aging top FrieslandCampina’s trend predictions Company publishes third annual consumer trends magazine. Food Business News January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityConsumersTrends: Consumer 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How the Explosive Growth of Shoppable Ads will Impact Pricing and Spending Social shopping is becoming more and more popular given the surge in social media usage and the ease of completing a transaction without ever leaving the app. It’s no surprise that social commerce sales are expected to reach $45.74 billion in 2022. With this growth, shoppable ads have been gaining traction over the last several […] Retail TouchPoints January 24, 2023January 25, 2023 4 min read ConsumersESG and CSRMarketing: SocialData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaMeta (Facebook)ShoppersTwitterDept. GroceryPartnershipsInternational - North AmericaOperations & Supply ChainAcquisitionSustainabilityEconomysocial commercePredictions and ForecastsTikTokAgenciesStore LocationTargetAmazonCOVID19Holiday & EventsMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: PrintMarketing: ShopperInsight Providers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Teaming up: Retail Technology Show and the BRC announce innovation partnership Retail Technology Show and British Retail Consortium have announced a strategic partnership which will showcase the role of innovation in driving the future of retail. This will see the latter lead a keynote session at Retail Technology Show, taking place at London’s Olympia on 26th-27th April, as part of a conference programme that also includes […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationPartnershipsInternational - UKMarketing: SocialTwitterSustainabilityShoppersPredictions and ForecastsCustomer ExperienceQ CommerceTrends: RetailExecutivesDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer NRF 2023 Spotlights Profitability, Workforce Enhancements and Media Network Opportunities The NRF Big Show, held in NYC Jan. 15-17, did more than bring together 35,000 attendees and more than 1,000 exhibitors. The event also gives us business editors the chance to suss out the major trends that retail decision-makers will be grappling with in 2023. Here’s our take on just a few of the key […] Retail TouchPoints January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 5 min read ConsumersAssociatesShoppersTechnology & InnovationExecutivesMarketing: Retail MediaData & InsightsInternationalDept. NonfoodEconomyCustomer ExperienceResults & InvestmentSustainabilityRecommerceLowesTargetReturnsPepsiCoMetaverseWhole FoodsDept. HBCDept. GroceryCompetitionInclusivityDept. BeverageStrategyPredictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarBigCommerceAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: SocialOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingCOVID19Store LocationThick DataTrends: TechBig DataBOPISAmazonDept. BakeryDept. ApparelAI / ML 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Gatorade marks Fast Twitch rollout with big game giveaway The new energy drink from the PepsiCo brand launches in February after being used exclusively by the NFL during the 2022 season. MarketingDive January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 < 1 min read PepsiCoMarketing: SocialHoliday & EventsSustainabilityDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Tesco to use waste ocean plastic for fresh fish packaging From next week, many of the supermarket’s fresh salmon, haddock, cod and sea bass lines will be sold in trays that contain at least 30% recycled coastal plastic The Grocer January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 < 1 min read TescoPackagingDept. FreshSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Great Ways AI Can Positively Influence Your Retail Business Artificial intelligence has made huge strides in the last decade, transforming almost every aspect of life. One area where artificial intelligence has helped add real value is the way businesses operate. However, many business people are still skeptical about the role of AI in business, thus losing out on a resource that could make a […] Retail Minded January 24, 2023January 24, 2023 3 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersLegal & CriminalOperations & Supply ChainAI / MLTargetData & InsightsChatGPTTech: AIMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationGoogleDept. Adult BevMarketing: VoiceResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityDept. NonfoodThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation 3 Service Investments To Help You Weather an Uncertain Economy Macroeconomic conditions like inflation, supply chain challenges, labor shortages, and rapid changes across industries have all disrupted business as we know it. How can you keep up as the global landscape constantly changes? Invest in customer support. When your team has an efficient platform — not just the mashup of tools acquired over the years […] Salesforce January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 7 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersEconomyESG and CSRDept. NonfoodWeatherMarketing: SocialAssociatesResults & InvestmentExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceMeta (Facebook)TwitterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOmnichannelSustainabilityStrategyOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Business groups urge government to rethink energy support reduction Business groups including the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) and the British Independent Retail Association (BIRA), have written to the Business Secretary, calling on him to rethink plans to slash the support provided to shops, pubs and other local businesses amid fears […] Talking Retail January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 < 1 min read GovernmentSustainabilityInternational - UKDept. Adult BevDept. BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Hate fast fashion? You can compost this new streetwear clothing line Fast fashion is big business, but it is also a big polluter, responsible for about 10% of global carbon emissions. Roughly 70% of the $3 trillion fashion industry is comprised of articles made from synthetics or petrochemicals. While some companies are claiming sustainable clothing lines, there is a very wide variance in what that means. […] CNBC January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 2 min read Dept. ApparelSustainabilityConsumersTrends: Food and BeverageHealth & WellnessPop UpsExecutivesInternationalAssociatesDept. GroceryOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsResults & InvestmentShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 4 Ways to Maximize Customer Lifetime Value and Boost Profits in 2023 Understanding the value your customers bring and how you can maximize it is crucial, especially when there’s an impending recession. When the economy suffers, customer lifetime value (CLV), or the long-term revenue that customers create, can take a huge hit. Consumers are more cautious and they’re likely to shop around in search of alternative or […] Rotem Yohanan January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 3 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsumersCustomer ExperienceEconomyDept. NonfoodStrategyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsPop UpsTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeMarketing: In StoreDeliveryDept. Natural / OrganicConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain How End-to-End Warehouse Solutions Can Help Navigate 7 Disruptive Supply Chain Trends in 2023 Even though it might not always seem like it, things are getting better across global industry supply chains that have been impacted since the pandemic. As shipping ports are easing up, companies are proactively investing in new technologies and building contingency plans in hopes of making their supply chains more resilient and agile. As we […] Leigh Chesley January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 4 min read Operations & Supply ChainAssociatesData & InsightsConsumersSustainabilityEconomyTech: RoboticsPredictions and ForecastsCOVID19ESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreStrategyOmnichannelExecutivesTechnology & InnovationDeliveryConsultingShoppersDept. ApparelResults & InvestmentInsight ProvidersPartnershipsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Department: Nonfood Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events Operations & Supply Chain Millennials Dominated Holiday Shopping Spend — Here’s What it Means for 2023 In a year when holiday spending on gifts, travel and entertainment was down 1 percent from the year prior, one age group bucked that trend in a huge way. Millennials, perhaps aided by increased incomes due to “The Great Reshuffle,” told us it would spend a whopping 11 percent more than it did in 2021, […] Written by Kelly Pedersen January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Department: Consumer Durables ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Retail Traffic Trends #112: Consumer Habits 2023 While some trends come and go, there were a few trends that have stayed with consumers throughout the year. As online shopping continues to be a popular choice for consumers, physical stores can offer shoppers perks that e-commerce can’t replicate. This week we look at trends to increase foot traffic and customer loyalty. […] Written by Doorcounts January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery - Natural Channel: Grocery - Natural Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Stores & Formats Just Walk Out gives Whole Foods stores an edge, data shows The two stores in the chain outfitted with Amazon’s checkout-free technology did better in some ways than nearby locations without the automated system during the second half of 2022, Placer.ai found. Written by Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Channel: Grocery Department: Food Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces ShopRite adds online filters to help shoppers choose products and recipes The improvements are intended to help shoppers find products and recipes that meet specific criteria, such as dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. Written by Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Department: Nonfood Data & Insights Technology & Innovation 7 online grocery trends for retailers to watch Online grocery shopping is here to stay. Top online grocery trends include AI tools, drone delivery, data security, and ready-made meals. Written by Future of Commerce January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked