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Here’s How Panda Express NRG Partnership Can Drive Interactive Participatory Customer Engagement

  Panda Express excels at customer focused interactive participatory engagement and it is one of their success clues that they continually build upon according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The Panda Express and NRG partnership will drive interactive and participatory customer trials according to Johnson.  The collaboration offers several […]
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TikTok launches data portability API ahead of Europe’s DMA regulatory deadline

TikTok is introducing a data portability API to help it comply with new European regulations designed to rein in Big Tech’s market dominance through various obligations and restrictions. The European Union (EU) assigned “gatekeeper” status to six tech companies last September, with TikTok parent Bytedance placed in the regulatory firing line alongside Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, […]
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The Best Visualizations of January on the Voronoi App

At the end of 2023, we publicly launched Voronoi, our free new data discovery app! The initial response from both users and creators has been incredible. Just days ago, we hit a milestone of 1 million in-app views, and there are already hundreds of interesting visualizations to discover, many of which will not be published […]
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“Shrinkflation” In The Spotlight

The New York Times has a piece about the impetus for shrinkflation, and the underlying economics. “Companies are downsizing products without downsizing prices, and consumer posts from Reddit to TikTok to the New York Times comments section drip with indignation at the trend, widely known as ‘shrinkflation’,” the story says, noting that “the practice isn’t […]
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EU Launches Probe into TikTok Compliance

The European Union (EU) has taken action, officially launching an investigation into TikTok’s operations. This probe aims to scrutinize whether the social media giant is adequately safeguarding minors on its platform and assess other potential violations of the EU’s Digital Services Act.
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What Made the Stanley-Starbucks Collab Go Viral? The Psychology of Scarcity

The Stanley X Starbucks Valentine’s Day Quencher H2.0 Tumbler is the latest example of a viral retail phenomenon. The 40-ounce tumbler joins the likes of the Cabbage Patch Doll, Tickle Me Elmo and Furbies, which all generated long lines — even stampedes — of consumers clamoring to get their hands on these coveted goods. And […]
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Coca-Cola spices things up with new additions

NEW YORK — For the first time in over three years, Coca-Cola has added a new permanent flavor to its iconic portfolio in North America with the debut of Coca-Cola Spiced. The all-new innovation blending the taste of Coca-Cola with raspberry flavors and spiced notes.  Hitting shelves in mid-February, Coca-Cola Spiced and Coca-Cola Spiced Zero […]
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The Panel Reacts: Is the Vision Pro for Everyone, or Just Enthusiasts?

I put on Apple’s Vision Pro headset for the first time this weekend. The technology was even better than I expected. The device’s mixed reality passthrough was near-perfect, blending the physical and digital worlds seamlessly. And it wasn’t too heavy either. If I hadn’t found the $3,500 price tag impossible to justify, I might’ve just […]
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ROI, Conversions, Loyalty, and More — Getting the Most from Your CPG Marketing Spend

In the past few columns in our CPG Marketing Magic series, we’ve embarked on an exciting journey through the realms of branding, user experience, inventory movement, and digital advertising. Now, it’s time to delve into the pivotal role of metrics in your marketing strategy. In this article, we’re diving into the world of analytics, where […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

The Velocity Imperative: E-Commerce’s Need for Speed

In the relentless world of e-commerce, speed stands as the linchpin to success. Modern times are defined by the “need-it-now” attitude, shorter attention spans, and a surge in TikTok and Instagram shopping experiences. As consumers demand faster interactions, the urgency for swift e-commerce transactions has never been clearer. A core challenge for e-commerce merchants is […]
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Resolution Revolution: Financial Brands Can Gain Insight from Non-Finance Sectors

When the calendar turns over every year, consumers find comfort in numbers: pounds to lose, drinks to not drink, and in 2024 – dollars to save. Mintel research shows six in ten US adults noted improving their finances as one of their top three goals for the next year, only one percentage point lower than […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Generative AI and the Future of Product Development

Imagine you’re shopping for a new dress. You have a vision of your colorful, dream dress, but you haven’t been able to find it anywhere online or in-store. But what if you could create it yourself with the help of artificial intelligence (AI)? Generative AI is fundamentally reshaping the product development process, offering many unique […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Navigating Consumers’ Social Shopping Trust Issues in 2024

Over the past few years, consumers have become hyperconnected online. What used to be individual tasks, like exchanging money or listening to music, are now opportunities for social networking among friends with apps like Venmo and Spotify. It was only a matter of time before shopping took to social platforms as well, and it has […]
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  1. Department: Food

Can Grocerant Niche Meals and Meal Components Save the Grocery Store

  Regular readers of this blog know that legacy grocery stores have lost market share to non-traditional formats including restaurants, convenience stores, dollar stores and fresh food delivery services that provide grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®.   One bright spot […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

How Crocs and Claire’s Became Cool Again

Anyone in retail knows that brands sometimes have to reinvent themselves in order to remain relevant and — for lack of a better word — “cool” to consumers. At the National Retail Federation’s Big Show last week, executives from two well-known brands, Claire’s and Crocs, shared how their companies overcame setbacks and charted a new […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Retail Trends and Predictions for 2024

The fate of the retail sector remains uncertain with consumers continuing to turn to e-commerce to purchase both necessary and luxury items. As shopping habits evolve, so do the channels that customers return to time and time again for their items of choice. In a year that saw social commerce boom and channels like Instagram […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

5 Key Retail Trends to Look for in 2024

With all the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence in the retail industry, it’s no surprise that its embrace is one of the top trends as the industry begins 2024. The rapid growth of AI, machine learning and predictive technologies is opening up new worlds of opportunities. However, AI isn’t the only key trend in retail. Here […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

NRF 2024: AI, Digital Stores, Flexibility and Other Trends Dominating Retail’s Big Show

Artificial intelligence took center stage at the National Retail Federation’s annual Big Show held in New York City last week. Some 40,000 attendees and retailers from across the globe swarmed the Javits Center to explore AI-focused technologies and other innovations tailored to their current requirements, opening doors to new possibilities. RFID Has Come a Long […]
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  1. Data & Insights

The Retail Reckoning: Navigating 2024’s Transformative Trends

A perfect storm is brewing in retail, sparking a critical reckoning for industry leaders. Social commerce has exploded, digital brands have resurrected brick-and-mortar, delivery demands have intensified, and artificial intelligence is promising operational overhaul. Legacy retailers and e-commerce disruptors face an imperative: either rapidly transform business models, supply chain strategies and technological capabilities OR risk […]
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Could AI Be Your Next Stylist? Consumers Are Ready

Keeping up with nanosecond social media trends is a never-ending challenge for retail brands and shoppers. In addition to responding to these fast-paced microtrends, merchandisers face increased pressure to incorporate cutting-edge personalization techniques that drive authentic shopping experiences and cultivate brand loyalty. So, what’s the answer to remaining innovative and on-trend in 2024? According to […]
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Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members

​US retail giant Kroger is reportedly in talks with the Walt Disney Company to offer the Disney+ streaming service as a benefit to paying members of its Kroger Boost grocery delivery programme. The post Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members appeared first on Retail Insight Network.
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Sam’s Club Expands Store Rollout of AI-Powered Exit Tech

Walmart-owned Sam’s Club says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to speed up its own exit technology. Instead of requiring store staff to check members’ purchases against their receipts when leaving the store, Sam’s Club customers who pay either at a register or through the Scan & Go mobile app can now walk out of the […]
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