Channel: Mass Co-op invests in low-carbon tech and claims a convenience retailer first as SBTi validates its net zero targets Co-op has become the first UK convenience retailer to have its net zero targets validated by the globally recognised Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi – a body that assesses corporate climate targets – has given the thumbs up to its near-term and overall targets to become net zero across its own operations by 2035, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 2 min read TargetTechnology & InnovationInternational - UKPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaTwitterSustainabilityGovernmentDept. FreshPartnershipsDeliveryHoliday & EventsResults & InvestmentDept. GroceryExecutivesESG and CSRDept. RefrigeratedDept. Natural / OrganicDept. FuelDept. DairyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation 4 Best Video Automation Tools To Enhance Your Retail Marketing Strategy In 2024 Videos have lots of potential for reaching a large audience. However, many will agree that videos are difficult work, and some may not even know where to begin. Videos need time and commitment, but sometimes, you might not have enough time to put in the work. That’s why video automation tools were created. In this […] Retail Minded March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIStrategyDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsInternationalMarketing: Social MediaESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: BrandTargetTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Want Continuity in Brand Messaging Online Ordering is your Best Option Food retailers striving for a consistent brand message too edify their relationship with the consumers can find that empowering consumers to utilize their digital platform for online ordering is more effective than in person experience according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. That said, it doesn’t matter if […] Grocerant Guru March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 5 min read ShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsRestaurantsDept. GroceryConsumersMarketing: UGCFood DeliveryAcquisitionPricing & PromotionsDoorDashInternationalPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreESG and CSRMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationGrubhubDeliveryUbereatsTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces In Evolving Industry Landscape, Changes in Big-Box Retail Tell a Fascinating Story At a time when the commercial real estate landscape is evolving with unprecedented speed, changes in big-box retail are an important storyline. Appreciating how and why big-box concepts have thrived in a post-pandemic environment, and understanding the logic behind decision making with regard to everything from store layouts to merchandising, is an important first step […] 0 Author Missing March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 3 min read ConsumersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsBOPISCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainWalmartStore LocationAmazonAssociatesMarketing: In StoreCostcoEconomyDept. NonfoodRestaurantsMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityInclusivityHoliday & EventsDept. Sporting goodsDept. HBCTargetTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants 7 Reasons Dynamic Pricing will not work for Chain Restaurants Chain restaurants need to be continually looking a customer ahead, if they take the eye off today’s customers, tomorrows customers won’t be there either. While consumers are dynamic not static, they are also penny wise, not pound foolish according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® simply stated they know […] Grocerant Guru March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 2 min read RestaurantsShoppersData & InsightsDept. GroceryMarketing: TradeTechnology & InnovationResults & InvestmentConsumersTargetPepsiCo 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Power of Storytelling to Increase Retail Market Share In the world of retail, storytelling emerges not just as a method of engagement but as a potent strategy to captivate buyers and significantly influence their purchasing decisions. The essence of storytelling transcends mere facts, harnessing a narrative-driven approach to forge a deeper connection with the audience and their strategy. When brands adeptly intertwine storytelling […] Wiser Retail Strategies March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsShoppersStrategyMerchandisingDept. NonfoodCompetitionTrends: RetailTargetPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Future Forward: Zero-Party Data and the Evolution of Retail Advertising 2024 introduces distinct challenges for retail brands navigating data privacy amidst Google’s removal of cookies. Though cookie depreciation has been a looming threat since the original announcement back in 2020, Adtaxi’s 2024 Privacy Survey tells us that 33% of respondents still lack a cookie-replacement strategy. If your brand is in this category, there is no […] Retail TouchPoints March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 4 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersPredictions and ForecastsThick DataMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTargetStrategyDept. ApparelAgenciesGoogleMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesBig DataTrends: RetailExecutivesMarketing: In StorePartnershipsSustainabilityTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FMI laying foundation to make grocers nonfoods destination JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Supermarket operators have sold nonfood products for decades, but they still aren’t getting their fair share of the business. Despite the frequent trips that shoppers make to the grocery store, the channel only accounts for 8% of volume in the health and beauty care, household products and general merchandise categories, according to […] MMR March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryDept. NonfoodDept. HBCExecutivesVendorsMarketing: In StoreStrategyMerchandisingConsumersData & InsightsShoppersMarketing: TradeOmnichannelResults & InvestmentPartnershipsOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataHealth & WellnessSustainabilityDept. PetTargetTechnology & InnovationSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category The Grocerant Guru Takes a Look at Hamburger Helper’s Refresh Retailers take notice, it’s the Grocerant Guru® here with some insights on a recent brand refresh that caught my eye. Let’s talk Hamburger Helper! Regular readers of this blog know that consumers are dynamic not static. Now we all know many legacy brands need a little sprucing up. Eagle Foods, based in Cleveland, Ohio, […] Grocerant Guru March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 3 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. FreshGeneral MillsConsumersShoppersTechnology & InnovationDept. Center StorePackagingExecutivesDept. Natural / OrganicPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsStore LocationTargetMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Mtn Dew reaches out to gamers, outdoor enthusiasts with rewards programs In a move to target niche audiences, special packaging from the PepsiCo brand offers codes redeemable for products from brands like Xbox and GoPro. MarketingDive March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read PepsiCoPackagingTargetPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Target poised for renewed growth MINNEAPOLIS — Target Corp. achieved stunning profit growth in fiscal 2023 despite continued soft sales that ameliorated somewhat over the second half. Looking to the future, management expects to reignite growth by reinforcing, refining and enhancing the strengths that have driven top- and bottom-line expansion for the retailer over the past decade. No strategic reset […] MMR March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAITargetConsumersExecutivesResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarShoppersStrategyCOVID19ReturnsStore LocationESG and CSRPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. BeverageOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: BrandDeliveryDept. FreshDept. GroceryDept. HBCDept. PerimeterPartnershipsPricing & PromotionsEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Flexing for the planet: How Walmart crushed its supplier emissions target The retailer leaned on education, financing and recognition to get its supply chain on board with Project Gigaton, according to a Walmart executive. RetailDive March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTargetSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lululemon Athletica: Analysts Reiterate ‘Outperform’ Rating With $550 Target Price In a recent report by Telsey Advisory Group, they have reaffirmed their outperform rating on shares of Lululemon Athletica. RetailWire March 23, 2024March 23, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target doubles bonuses for salaried employees The move comes as competitors, namely Walmart, sweeten their benefits. RetailDive March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read TargetAssociatesWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Elevating your online shopping game (tips and lessons learned) A large number of people can no longer imagine their daily life without online shopping. However, not everyone can boast of a positive online shopping experience. Some say they have been frustrated by process imperfections, product quality, or other financial consequences. Well, it should be noted that all of these experiences mostly occurred because customers […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsShoppersPricing & PromotionsMarketing: UGCTechnology & InnovationDeliveryESG and CSRLegal & CriminalMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentTargetBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Even Late to the Paid Membership Party, Target Believes it’s ‘Starting from a Position of Strength’ Target’s announcement earlier this month that it was launching a paid membership plan almost felt like a foregone conclusion. Amazon’s Prime membership has been paying dividends for the company for decades, and after Walmart followed suit with Walmart+ in 2020, it was only a matter of time before Target entered the mix. With the addition […] Retail TouchPoints March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 5 min read ConsumersTargetPartnershipsDeliveryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionIndustry Conferences and EventsWalmartWalgreensShoppersAmazonStreamingDept. FreshExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsTechnology & InnovationMergersMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarDept. HBCResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: BroadcastHealth & WellnessMarketing: Digital MediaData & InsightsHome DepotMarketing: TradeMarketing: BrandLowesDept. Fresh PreparedMarketing: In StoreDept. FuelBig LotsDept. DeliConsultingAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Target doubles bonuses for salaried employees as profits recover Target is doubling bonus payments as its profits recover following a bumpy nearly two-year stretch. CNBC March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read TargetAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Tailor Brand Actions to 4 Shopper Types to Drive Purchases When making key decisions about brand positioning and activation opportunities, brand leaders must pay close attention to the factors that influence audience buying behaviors. Brand leaders must leverage shopper mindsets to create powerful brand strategies, from messaging to channel strategy. In a Gartner survey, over 2,000 U.S. consumers were asked about traits that described the […] Anna Maria Virzi March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 3 min read ConsumersShoppersInsight ProvidersThick DataCustomer ExperienceTechnology & InnovationMarketing: UGCInternational - UKMarketing: TradePackagingBig DataEconomyMarketing: In StoreDept. HBCData & InsightsTargetStrategyPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing How marketers can advance personalized marketing across the digital advertising ecosystem In modern media, personalization will become increasingly critical in connecting audiences with content and advertising that best align with their interests and preferences. For brands seeking 1:1 relationships with new consumers, quality audience data has become critical as the digital landscape expands and channel engagement fragments. This is particularly relevant across two fronts: traditional digital […] Nielsen March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 4 min read Marketing: BroadcastData & InsightsBig DataStreamingInsight ProvidersPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Digital MediaConsumersThick DataTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodAgenciesStrategyDeliveryDept. BeverageGoogleOperations & Supply ChainPricing & PromotionsTargetTrends: ConsumerDept. GroceryTrends: Marketing 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Creating Buzz For Product Launches Through Experiential Marketing Have a new product that you’re getting ready to launch? You can’t just put it on a store shelf or make it available and hope people find it – you’ve got to promote it if you want a shot at it being successful. And while conventional marketing like print, online, television and radio advertising still […] Retail Minded March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodMetaverseTargetShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTech: AR and VRMerchandisingStrategyPop UpsMarketing: In StoreMarketing: UGCMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastESG and CSRDept. Consumer ElectronicsData & InsightsThick DataBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing MNTN Integrates with Popular Measurement Platform MNTN has fully integrated with Rockerbox, allowing marketers to more accurately measure the influence of their connected TV (CTV) advertising on conversions and revenue alongside other marketing channels directly within the Rockerbox platform. The integration includes MNTN’s proprietary Verified Visits attribution, which is designed to attribute site visits to CTV ads only when the ads […] Retail TouchPoints March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: BroadcastStreamingAcquisitionTargetMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationDept. FreshDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Dickey’s Party Packs are Perfect for the NCAA Basketball Tournament Regular readers of this blog know that Dickey’s marketing team is doing a very good job edifying brand value via grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Here are six reasons why restaurants should tie marketing promotions to the NCAA Basketball […] Grocerant Guru March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsGoogleDept. GroceryMeta (Facebook)TwitterMarketing: TradeStore LocationInternationalMarketing: BrandShoppersPredictions and ForecastsConsumersESG and CSRSustainabilityDept. Toys & GamesHoliday & EventsExecutivesTargetDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshDept. DairyDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer 9 Tips for Exhibitors at Trade Shows Are you planning to exhibit at a trade show in 2024? If so, there are a few things you can do to make sure you have a successful experience. After 30+ years attending and/or exhibiting at trade shows in the US, here are our top 9 tips for exhibitors to have a great trade show. […] Retail Bound March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 5 min read ShoppersCompetitionESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaStrategyTargetPartnershipsMarketing: TradeMetaversePredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Navigating The Loan Process: Tips For Securing Restaurant Financing Opening a restaurant necessitates securing funding, a process that can overwhelm even the most ambitious restaurateurs. Between crafting an investor-worthy business plan, providing robust financial projections, and competing against other inspiring ventures, securing backing may seem an insurmountable challenge. However, the financing process doesn’t have to obstruct your culinary vision. This guide offers an inside […] Retail Minded March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 3 min read RestaurantsResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsTargetExecutivesReturnsStrategyStore LocationPricing & PromotionsDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Why Does Food Outlet Brand Marketing Messaging Matter At the intersection of new customer acquisition, emerging food trends, and consumer migration brand messaging plays an increasingly important role according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Johnson stated, Brand marketing messaging is crucial for several reasons. It acts as the voice of your brand, shaping how customers […] Grocerant Guru March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryInternationalData & InsightsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaShoppersDept. DairyMarketing: BrandDept. BakeryPredictions and ForecastsDept. BeverageAcquisitionCompetitionConsumersMeta (Facebook)Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Adult BevDept. Fresh PreparedDept. FreshTwitterAssociatesHealth & WellnessESG and CSRHoliday & EventsMarketing: BroadcastSustainabilityTargetTrends: Food and Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Target limits self-checkout to 10 items or fewer at most stores In addition to rolling out the express lanes, the retailer is giving managers more leeway to open and shut self-service lanes throughout the day. RetailDive March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 < 1 min read Tech: CashierlessTargetBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How Unleashed Brands Connects With Families Across its Portfolio In episode 444 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Michael Browning, co-founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands, a portfolio of innovative brands that help kids learn, play and grow, including Urban Air, Snapology, and The Little Gym. Listen in as Browning provides an overview of Unleashed Brands (0:55), discusses why he launched the […] Joe Keenan March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsShoppersExecutivesAcquisitionTargetPredictions and ForecastsPodcastsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Exclusive: Google Debuts New Retail Media Solution with Lowe’s as First Beta Tester Google wants a bigger piece of the traffic driven by retail media advertising. To start getting it, the tech company has launched a new offsite retail media solution in closed beta. Lowe’s has signed on to be one of the first retailers to test the solution for what will be the first offsite retail media […] Retail TouchPoints March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaGooglePartnershipsLowesData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainAgenciesMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsConsumersStore LocationDept. HBCTechnology & InnovationShoppersTargetSustainabilityBrick and MortarTrends: Retail 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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
Partnerships & Alt Profit Department: Nonfood Partnerships & Alt Profit Dick’s Sporting Goods, SidelineSwap expand resale partnership The companies will hold over 300 used sports gear trade-in events at select Dick’s locations throughout the year. Written by RetailDive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Corporate Strategy Adidas raises guidance for the year as Yeezy leftovers keep on giving But the sneaker giant is building momentum beyond the now-discontinued sub-brand, and CEO Bjørn Gulden’s turnaround seems to be taking hold. Written by RetailDive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Trends & External Forces 3 Ways Retailers Can Thrive in a Cookieless Era Retailers’ ability to identify and understand their customers plays a key role in their success. However, the onset of third-party cookie deprecation from Google, which officially began in January 2024, directly impacts how retailers can connect with their customers. Retailers must pivot to new targeting methods to continue reaching the right audiences, keep customers brand-loyal, […] Written by TotalRetail April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Retail industry reacts to March inflation dip The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 3.2% in the 12 months to March 2024, down from 3.4% in February. Core Inflation came in at 4.2% in the 12 months to March 2024, down from 4.5% in February while food inflation fell one percentage point… This story continues at Retail industry reacts to March inflation […] Written by Talking Retail April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Walmart brings autonomous forklifts to 4 distribution centers The Fox Robotics technology is being deployed in Florida, Texas, New York and Alabama after a 16-month pilot. Written by Grocery Dive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked