Media & Marketing Harnessing QR codes on social networks In today’s digital age, where social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook reign supreme, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to stand out and connect with their target audience. One such method gaining traction is the strategic utilisation of QR codes within these social networks. By integrating TikTok QR code into marketing strategies, businesses can […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 4 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRData & InsightsConsumersPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPredictions and ForecastsCompetitionDept. NonfoodTargetShoppersDept. Natural / OrganicCustomer ExperienceTrends: MarketingMarketing: In StoreStore LocationHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger, Albertsons Fire Back At FTC Kroger and Albertsons have argued in separate legal filings that the federal Trade Commission (FTC) is misguided and flat-out wrong in opposing their $24.6 billion merger. Both retailers contend that the FTC, in suggesting that the deal would give the combined companies an unfair competitive advantage, ignores the fact that they would also be competing […] MorningNewsBeat March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 2 min read KrogerGovernmentRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayAssociatesMarketing: In StoreMergersLegal & CriminalCompetitionTargetAmazonDivestituresCostcoBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Speak the CFO’s Language To Grow Digital Shelf Investments DSI “A lot of business cases, they depend on internal efficiency gains. But if you don’t measure this … then it will never lead to project success or success on the digital shelf … Have a measuring mindset.” — Ilse Goverts-van Kesteren, Lead Business Consultant, Wunderman Thompson When Wunderman Thompson asked […] Digital Shelf Institute March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 10 min read MerchandisingResults & InvestmentData & InsightsExecutivesConsumersPodcastsTargetMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsReturnsKrogerPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Target Introduces New Express Self-Checkout Nationwide Target has announced the launch of its new self-checkout policy, set to commence next week across all stores. RetailWire March 17, 2024March 17, 2024 < 1 min read Tech: CashierlessTargetBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Utilizing the External Data Boom for Digital Shelf Optimization Publications about marketing often invoke the comparison of a digital shelf with a physical one. After all, a digital shelf displays your products for the customer to browse, just like a shelf in a brick-and-mortar store would. This comparison, however, has its limits. While customers come to browse the physical shelf, your digital shelf goes […] Retail TouchPoints March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsMerchandisingShoppersTechnology & InnovationAICompetitionPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaBig DataCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreStore LocationESG and CSRTargetMarketing: UGCGoogleAmazonThick Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights 5 Ways To Boost Your Retail Business Productivity Through AI Struggling to keep up with the pace of modern retail? You’re not alone. The retail landscape is evolving rapidly, and maintaining productivity can feel like chasing a moving target. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI) – your new strategic partner. Retailers are discovering that AI can do more than just data analysis. It’s time to harness AI […] Retail Minded March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsConsumersTech: CashierlessMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyDept. NonfoodConsultingDept. FuelDept. Natural / OrganicTrends: RetailOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsSustainabilityTargetMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Chicago Target store on the verge of opening The location will be 44,000 square feet offer drive-up and order pickup service Supermarket News March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 < 1 min read TargetStore LocationBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Dick’s to Open 16 Next-Gen ‘50K’ Stores, Expand House of Sport Format in 2024 Dick’s Sporting Goods posted strong results in fiscal 2023, which ended Feb. 3, 2024, with $13 billion in net sales, 5% higher than the previous year, and a 2.4% increase in comp store sales. For the coming fiscal year, the retailer is planning $800 million in CapEx expenditures to fund a major brick-and-mortar expansion that […] Retail TouchPoints March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 2 min read Predictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarStore LocationOmnichannelResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelTargetReturnsExecutivesStrategyDept. Sporting goodsDept. NonfoodOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target rolls out express self-checkout lanes to speed up service Target will introduce self-checkout lanes limited to 10 items and give managers more leeway to open and shut self-service lanes throughout the day. Grocery Dive March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 < 1 min read Tech: CashierlessTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target launches Express Self-Checkout Retailer will roll out a new approach at certain stores on March 17 Supermarket News March 16, 2024March 16, 2024 < 1 min read Tech: CashierlessTargetBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target, Walmart Evolve Their Self-Checkout Policies ABC News reports that Target is expanding on its test of a self-checkout policy that restricts those lanes to people buying 10 items or fewer. last year it tested the approach in 200 stores, and found that “self-checkout was twice as fast at those test stores.” Now, Target said it is “rolling out Express Self-Checkout […] MorningNewsBeat March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Tech: CashierlessWalmartTargetBrick and MortarSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDeliveryAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Missing 12-Year-Old Boy Spent the Night Alone in an Ohio Target A 12-year-old boy was found alone in a Target store in Blacklick, Ohio, before it opened for business on March 11. RetailWire March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 < 1 min read Target 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Amazon Ad Program Issues Come To Light The Seattle Times reports that “Amazon has pledged to make fixes to its advertising operation after mistakenly charging online merchants to promote products shoppers couldn’t purchase. “The problem came to light when a seller of advanced gaming computers discovered he was being charged thousands of dollars to advertise merchandise in California even though he had […] MorningNewsBeat March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 2 min read AmazonShoppersCustomer ExperienceTargetLegal & CriminalGovernmentGamingStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)Google 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Future of Advanced Drug Delivery Systems Market in the World Advanced Drug Delivery Systems encompass a wide array of technologies designed to enhance the delivery of pharmaceuticals to their target sites within the body. Traditional methods of drug administration, such as oral tablets or injections, often lack precision and can result in systemic side effects. Advanced Drug Delivery Systems Market seeks to address these limitations […] BCC Research March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 < 1 min read DeliveryTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsTargetMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Hudson’s Bay Brings Target Kids Brand to Canada Strategic brand partnerships and collaborations can help merchants raise brand awareness and expand into new markets. Target is partnering with Hudson’s Bay to bring its popular kids apparel brand, Cat & Jack, to Canada. Target made its official exit from Canada in 2015, with CEO Brian Cornell reporting that area of the business was “losing […] Retail TouchPoints March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read TargetInternational - North AmericaDept. PetMerchandisingBrick and MortarOwned Brands (Private Label)ExecutivesMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsConsumersRestaurantsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Target’s Cat & Jack kid’s apparel headed to Hudson’s Bay in Canada The owned brand of kids’ clothes is one of Target’s strongest, and will have a dedicated space in every Hudson’s Bay store. RetailDive March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 < 1 min read TargetDept. PetDept. ApparelInternational - North AmericaOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Marketing as Your Business’s Workout Routine Building strength through synergy is the same as putting in the reps at the gym. Do you go for runs? Lift weights? Do CrossFit? Or go boxing? We all know a workout is essential for achieving peak physical fitness, that’s why even the doctor tells you to be active. This translates perfectly to business development […] Retail Bound March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 3 min read Marketing: Social MediaESG and CSRHealth & WellnessStrategyDept. Natural / OrganicMeta (Facebook)TwitterStore LocationTargetDept. ApparelMarketing: BrandOperations & Supply ChainShoppersGoogleSustainabilityData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem Finding Your Passionate Core Customer This week we explore some of the content from Steve’s forthcoming book Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption, which is now available for pre-order at book retailers worldwide. In particular, we go deep on a strategy of being “Special, Not Big” by significantly narrowing the aim of the customers you serve […] Remarkable Retail Podcast March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 2 min read PodcastsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryConsultingInternational - North AmericaIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. ApparelData & InsightsConsumersEconomyESG and CSRTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentSponsoredStrategyTargetAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Hair care brand Glaze inks wholesale partnership with Target The Waldencast Ventures subsidiary is now available in over 300 of the mass merchant’s stores as well as on its website. RetailDive March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read TargetPartnershipsDept. HBCBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights YipitData OER Index – February Update Housing is consistently the heaviest-weighted component of the CPI framework, making comprehending its impact paramount. Using one of our 40 datasets, we’ve created an index to track owner’s equivalent rent (OER), one of the key reasons why core-CPI continues to surpass the Fed’s 2% target. Our model based on thousands of single and multi-family rental […] Yipitdata March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read Data & InsightsTargetEconomyPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Building Brand Advocates Through the Post-Click Experience Creating a positive customer experience lies at the heart of every brand’s purpose in the journey to nurturing and retaining customers. But how does the post-click experience factor into this important dynamic? In an ever-evolving and crowded marketplace — and with social commerce increasingly dictating how customers are introduced to brands and shop with them […] Kamran Iqbal March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 4 min read ShoppersData & InsightsReturnsESG and CSRCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsumersStrategyOmnichannelBig DataTargetDeliveryDept. ApparelPredictions and Forecastssocial commerceStore LocationMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Macy’s Appoints Former Walmart Connect Exec to Lead Retail Media Network Macy’s, Inc. has appointed Michael Krans as VP of Macy’s Media Network, where he will oversee the company’s in-house media business dedicated to connecting advertising partners with Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s customers. Krans, who will report to Chief Customer and Digital Officer Max Magni, joins Macy’s following his most recent role leading the fashion team at […] Retail TouchPoints March 11, 2024March 11, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Retail MediaWalmartWalmart ConnectExecutivesShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelTargetStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass How well did Target do in Q4? It depends. Earnings report contains some big hits, but also misses Supermarket News March 10, 2024March 10, 2024 < 1 min read TargetResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Burlington Plans to Open 100 New Stores in 2024 Off-price retailer Burlington Stores beat expectations for Q4 2023 (the 14 weeks ended Feb. 3, 2024), with total sales increasing 10% and comparable store sales growing 2% year over year. The quarter closed out a steady year for the chain, with comp store sales up 4% in fiscal 2023, although on an earnings call discussing […] Retail TouchPoints March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 2 min read Predictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarShoppersTargetResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaAcquisitionSustainabilityStrategyExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Walmart adds early morning delivery option As operational competition with Target and Amazon heats up, the big-box retailer is expanding on-demand delivery to start at 6 a.m. RetailDive March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 < 1 min read DeliveryWalmartCompetitionTargetAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Frasers to Shutter Matchesfashion Just Months After Acquisition Frasers Group is shutting down luxury ecommerce site Matchesfashion just three months after acquiring the business, saying in a statement that “continued funding requirements would be far in excess of amounts that the Group considers to be viable.” As a result, Matches has been put into administration, the UK equivalent of bankruptcy. Since rebranding from […] Retail TouchPoints March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelAcquisitionInternational - UKMarketing: Social MediaInternationalBankruptcyBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodMarketing: BrandPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStrategyTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read TargetResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsVendorsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Key Takeaways From the Wiser Industry Leaders Retail Panel: Retail Innovation and Strategy With the global pandemic acting as a catalyst for change, retailers have been thrust into a new realm of challenges and opportunities. The acceleration in the adoption of digital tools and strategies has become a lifeline for many, enabling them not only to survive but to thrive amidst unprecedented conditions. A recent panel hosted by […] Wiser Retail Strategies March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsDept. NonfoodShoppersTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainStrategyCOVID19Marketing: In StoreCustomer ExperienceAssociatesConsumersPredictions and ForecastsTrends: RetailBrick and MortarMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityTargetOmnichannelBOPISDeliveryDept. AppliancesResults & InvestmentEconomyExecutivesGovernmentHome DepotLowesPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 9 min read KrogerResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesDept. FuelShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliHealth & WellnessSustainabilityEconomyGovernmentConsumersOperations & Supply ChainStrategyDept. PharmacyMarketing: BrandDept. FreshReturnsMergersOwned Brands (Private Label)PartnershipsDept. GroceryDept. DairyDept. BeverageData & InsightsExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationWeatherCustomer ExperienceCompetitionPress ReleaseUnileverDivestituresDept. PerimeterAlbertsons / SafewayDept. BakeryTargetRegional GroceryDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCBrick and MortarDeliveryTrends: ConsumerTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In StoreESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Grocers are trying to get orders to your door faster than ever — here’s why Walmart, Target and Kroger are trying to stand out on grocery convenience, not just price. CNBC March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTargetKroger 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Finance Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG: Food Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked