Department: Consumer Durables Foot Locker Donates Shoes and School Supplies to 3,000 Kids in Need Foot Locker and Fred Jordan Missions, which serves people in need in the Los Angeles area, have continued their three-decade-plus partnership with donations of new shoes, backpacks and school supplies to more than 3,000 underserved children. The 35th annual “Care for Kids” Back-to-School Giveaway took place on Sept. 22 on the streets of the city’s […] Retail TouchPoints September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelPhilanthropyMarketing: Social MediaHoliday & EventsDept. NonfoodAssociatesPartnershipsDept. Toys & GamesDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Mattel’s Hot Wheels ignites ‘challenger spirit’ with cinematic ad A communications platform crafted with BBH USA markets the toy brand as more than fun and as a catalyst to help kids build resiliency. MarketingDive September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation How to Win in Retail: Less Science, More Art By Doug Stephens Over the last 20 years, technology has transformed retail. Mobile phones have become essential conduits for communication, entertainment and commerce. Technologies like augmented reality, once a novelty, have become commonplace digital merchandising and selling tools. E-commerce, which in 2003 amounted to a rounding error on most retailers’ profit and loss statements, has […] Retail Prophet September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersData & InsightsESG and CSRCustomer ExperienceCompetitionSustainabilityResults & InvestmentDept. ApparelBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodInternationalDept. Toys & GamesAmazonPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingDept. BeverageDept. HBCDept. Adult BevCOVID19Trends: RetailDept. PerimeterInternational - UKMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaMetaverseTech: AR and VRDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience 7-Eleven Expanding it’s ‘Halo’ of Better-4-You Doing good work while working to do good is a formula that edifies both customers and employees to your brand. In the case of 7-Eleven focusing on doing good, will benefit Children’s Miracle Network hospitals, employees while garnering favor with consumers according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. So, […] Grocerant Guru September 23, 2023September 23, 2023 3 min read 7-Eleven & SpeedwayData & InsightsConsumersInternationalExecutivesSustainabilityDept. ApparelAssociatesDeliveryDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)PartnershipsRestaurantsHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Amazon’s Reduced Packaging Plans Open Pandora’s Box While Amazon.com’s impact on e-commerce is sizable, arguably one of the most impressive parts of the company has less to do with selling products and more about delivering them. In 2014, the company had a 0 percent logistics market share. As reported by Axios in 2020, just six years later, Amazon’s logistics arm overtook FedEx […] Heather Hoover-Salomon September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 2 min read PackagingAmazonDeliveryOperations & Supply ChainDept. PaperSustainabilityMarketing: BroadcastStreamingDept. NonfoodDept. BeverageLegal & CriminalHealth & WellnessConsumersDept. Toys & GamesDept. BabyExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Leveraging Waste. Sometimes to make a point one needs to combine humor with some graphic visualization to break through. Here are three examples that leverage “waste”. The turd on the table The grass is greener because it is fertilized with Bullshit. No Flatulence does not smell like Chanel 5. 1.The turd on the table. What is a […] Rishad Tobaccowala September 17, 2023September 17, 2023 6 min read Data & InsightsSustainabilityLegal & CriminalGeneral BusinessTechnology & InnovationCompetitionShoppersResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsGovernmentStrategyExecutivesDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodStore LocationAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Temu takes share of wallet from Dollar General, Dollar Tree customers Access chart in Dash. Dollar General shoppers are increasingly buying from online deep discounter Temu according to Earnest credit card data. Since the Pinduoduo-owned online marketplace Temu entered the US market in late 2022, it has shaken up the discount sales space. Temu sells rock-bottom priced home goods and clothing through its gamified app and […] Earnest Research September 15, 2023September 18, 2023 2 min read ShoppersDollar GeneralData & InsightsDollar TreeDept. NonfoodFamily DollarData VisualizationDept. ApparelWalmartDept. Toys & GamesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Blurred ads and kids and teens: What to know By Amy Hebert Have kids or teens? If they’re online or using apps or game consoles, they’re also dealing with ads. Sometimes they’ll know it. But what happens when the line between ads and games and other content gets blurred? Read more > Federal Trade Commission September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 < 1 min read ConsumersGovernmentDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Video Game Engagement, by Generation By 2025, the number of gamers is estimated to reach 3.6 billion and generate a whopping $211 billion in revenue. Visual Capitalist September 14, 2023September 18, 2023 4 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. PetConsumersDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodStore LocationTwitterMeta (Facebook)Technology & InnovationThick DataPredictions and ForecastsData VisualizationMarketing: BrandESG and CSRWeather 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Tesco join forces with Hasbro and Wastebuster to trial in store toy recycling that also gets books into schools – – • Tesco has become the latest member of Wastebuster’s Recycle to Read toy recycling initiative – designed to educate and promote toy reuse and create a new infrastructure for recycling plastic toys. – • Recycle to Read collection bins will be trialled in selected Tesco stores from 4 September. – • Customers will […] Webwire September 12, 2023September 14, 2023 < 1 min read TescoSustainabilityDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Toys ‘R’ Us Canada Opens 10 New Stores Including 2 Standalone Babies ‘R’ Us Locations Toys ‘R’ Us Canada is in the process of opening 10 new locations across the country in time for the 2023 holiday season, including two standalone Babies ‘R’ Us stores in Edmonton, Alberta. Seven of the stores already have opened, with the remainder scheduled to debut in October. Both brands will be hosting opening celebrations […] Retail TouchPoints September 12, 2023September 12, 2023 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodInternational - North AmericaBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreHoliday & EventsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Exploring how online casinos impact the gambling world Online casinos have risen to prominence in recent years, upsetting the conventional bricks and mortar casino business model. This proliferation provides you with a fresh and practical option to partake in betting on your favourite games. In this article, we will examine the wide ranging effects they have had on the betting industry. So, follow […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 3 min read Dept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodESG and CSRResults & InvestmentMarketing: In StoreUnileverMarketing: TradeInternational - UKDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Building A Successful Event Brand Do people line up for LEGO events for blocks? Would a ‘World Origami Championship’ be aired on Paperview? I’ll speak to that below, and as a spectator and ‘puntestant’ (my stage name is Kenny Dewitt – ‘Can-He-Do-It’) I can tell you Punderdome is amazing and a shining example of a successful event brand. Since 2011 […] Branding Strategy September 11, 2023September 11, 2023 6 min read Marketing: BrandTechnology & InnovationAIStrategyCompetitionMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsUnileverShoppersDept. Toys & GamesAmazonDeliveryDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)Marketing: VoiceMarketing: UGCConsultingMarketing: BroadcastEconomyChatGPTCOVID19Dept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Who’s on Threads, and why? The launch of Meta’s new app Threads is a unique moment in the history of social media. Most social networks start from scratch, and their culture evolves over time under the influence of early adopters and users. Threads is different. Helped by an easy integration with Instagram users’ pre-existing social graphs, it had tens of […] GWI (Global Web Index) September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 5 min read Marketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRTechnology & InnovationTwitterDeliveryConsumersInternationalRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. ApparelInternational - North AmericaTikTokGovernmentDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreTrends: TechSustainabilityDept. Toys & GamesPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Mattel strikes YouTube ad sales partnership as child safety concerns rise A new deal gives family-friendly media studio Pocket.watch exclusive rights to sell ad inventory for the channels of brands including Barbie and Hot Wheels. MarketingDive September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 < 1 min read PartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaDept. Toys & GamesOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Featuring PMC, Attensi, and Mercaux: RTIH’s biggest retail technology articles on LinkedIn right now We’re big fans of LinkedIn and are busy building an amazing community of retail tech enthusiasts on the social media platform. These are the articles that are currently on their radars, including Asda, Penny Black, Marie Curie, AiFi, JUXTA, and Pocket Planet. PMC announced as headline sponsor of the 2023 RTIH Innovation Awards, winners to […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 8 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsInternational - UKTwitterOmnichannelSustainabilityShoppersDept. NonfoodExecutivesBrick and MortarAmazonDept. Adult BevPackagingTrends: TechHealth & WellnessDept. ApparelTech: CashierlessAssociatesConsumersOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentCryptoData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreMetaverseTescoESG and CSRMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionVendorsEconomyPhilanthropyDept. GroceryDept. BeverageWalmartTikTokStrategyDept. Toys & GamesRecommercePop UpsNFTInternational - North America 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Mood Media World Retail Trends September 2023 Retailers are doubling down on technology and redesigned stores that fuse digital and in-store experiences. Here’s an overview of world retail trends September 2023 as witnessed by Mood Media, a global specialist in elevating customer experience at the point of sale. UK LEGO focused on experience LEGO has announced a second store in Manchester, located […] Modern Retail September 7, 2023September 21, 2023 < 1 min read Trends: RetailInternational - UKDept. Toys & GamesCustomer ExperienceTechnology & InnovationShoppersMarketing: In StoreBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lego Plans $1.4 Billion Sustainability Investment Over Next 3 Years The Lego Group will triple its sustainability investments over the next three years, spending $1.4 billion to design carbon-neutral buildings and facilities and boost production of renewable energy at its sites. These plans are part of the brand’s near-term climate target of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 37% by 2032 compared to a 2019 base […] Retail TouchPoints September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesSustainabilityResults & InvestmentTargetMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesInternationalOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSRFlagship StoresDept. FuelShoppersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category LEGO to Invest $1.4B in Sustainability Initiatives The LEGO Group announced last week its pledge to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 as part of its continued efforts to reduce environmental impact. The pledge is an extension of its existing near-term climate target to reduce GHG emissions by 37 percent by 2032 from a 2019 base, according to a company […] Kristina Stidham September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 2 min read SustainabilityDept. Toys & GamesConsumersTargetESG and CSRPredictions and ForecastsPress ReleaseResults & InvestmentAcquisitionDept. FuelBrick and MortarExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations Books-A-Million taps Walmart GoLocal platform for same and next day delivery initiative It’s National Read a Book Day, and Books-A-Million is marking the occasion with the introduction of same and next day online delivery for customers across its 231 Stateside locations, starting with its Southeast and Midwest markets. The retailer is teaming up with Walmart GoLocal, Walmart’s white label, delivery as a service platform, to make this […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 2 min read DeliveryShoppersWalmartMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationTwitterStore LocationOmnichannelDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodConsumersHoliday & EventsExecutivesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lego Plans $1.4 Billion Sustainability Investment Over Next 3 Years The Lego Group will triple its sustainability investments over the next three years, spending $1.4 billion to design carbon-neutral buildings and facilities and boost production of renewable energy at its sites. These plans are part of the brand’s near-term climate target of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 37% by 2032 compared to a 2019 base […] Retail TouchPoints September 6, 2023September 7, 2023 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesSustainabilityResults & InvestmentTargetMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesInternationalOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSRFlagship StoresDept. FuelShoppersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Winning Strategy Of Unbounded Brands Understanding the difference between “bounded” brands and “unbounded” brands is how toddler companies become unicorns. Most companies provide their Users with solutions to their problems and slog away at becoming better, faster, cheaper, stronger, more powerful, more engaging, easier to use, better fitting, frictionless. These companies compete with other enterprises within their vertical: whether it’s […] Branding Strategy September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 6 min read Marketing: BrandDept. ApparelStrategyDept. BeverageDept. HBCDept. NonfoodMarketing: In StoreDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Social MediaData VisualizationPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsDept. DairyTechnology & InnovationESG and CSRExecutivesHealth & WellnessMarketing: OOHShoppersSustainabilityDept. GroceryCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food The Honey Baked Ham Finds Relevance in Tailgating Expanding relevance to your existing customer base is key too edifying a long-lasting loyal relationship and The Honey Baked Ham Company has found new relevance in tailgating according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. If you listen to your customers, you can drive both top-line sales and bottom-line profits. […] Grocerant Guru September 2, 2023September 2, 2023 4 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedData & InsightsDept. GroceryDept. DeliDept. FreshBrick and MortarShoppersMerchandisingGovernmentTargetStreamingStore LocationPricing & PromotionsPepsiCoPartnershipsExecutivesMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BroadcastHoliday & EventsESG and CSRDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicDept. BakeryTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lego Grabs Bigger Share of Declining Toy Market Lego has managed to increase its market share in the toy industry during the first half of the year, even as the overall toy market declined. The Danish toymaker reported a 1% rise in sales to 27.4 billion Danish crowns ($4 billion) for the first six months of 2023, despite a challenging period for the… RetailWire September 1, 2023September 5, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Walmart launches back-to-school ‘Supercampus’ experience on Roblox Designed to follow the platform’s latest age rules, the back-to-school experience allows kids to play games featuring Bic, Crayola and other brands. MarketingDive August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsWalmartDept. Toys & GamesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing At Bojangles Tailgating is a Branded Invitation What could be more relevant, timely, or customer focused in the fall than a branded tailgating opportunity for a fresh fast quality hand held restaurant than tailgating mix and match bundled meal? Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® thinks that Bojangles revamped Bojangles app are a prefect fit for fall. […] Grocerant Guru August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 3 min read PartnershipsDept. GroceryData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsDept. BeverageTwitterMeta (Facebook)ConsultingExecutivesTech: AR and VRMetaverseShoppersStrategyDept. FreshESG and CSRDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationTikTokDeliveryPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy New Gap Inc. CEO: ‘We need to make these brands matter more’ Further declines in Q2 greeted former Mattel executive Richard Dickson as he took the helm at the apparel conglomerate. RetailDive August 29, 2023August 29, 2023 < 1 min read ExecutivesDept. Toys & GamesDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The impact of payment methods on casino growth Payment methods with fast transactions are in high demand in the casino space. Everyone wants an app that can process deposits instantly. And when they need to withdraw their winnings, they expect their banking partners to facilitate quick withdrawals. Surprisingly, wire transfers are still a popular payment option in the casino sector despite processing payments […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub August 28, 2023August 28, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationCryptoDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesblockchainLegal & CriminalMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsInternational - North AmericaTrends: Finance 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Somewhat Surprisingly, Stores Still Have the Ability to Surprise Our regular Editors Perspectives column offer insights and opinions from the Retail TouchPoints editorial team as they dig into the latest trends in retail, marketing and tech. Is cynicism a natural facet of growing older? I can’t tell you for sure, but I can tell you that after celebrating a milestone birthday (you can probably guess, but […] Retail TouchPoints August 26, 2023August 26, 2023 5 min read Brick and MortarFlagship StoresDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesDept. HBCShoppersMarketing: Social MediaConsumersBankruptcyDept. ApparelTechnology & InnovationAssociatesExecutivesHoliday & EventsPress ReleaseData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsTrends: RetailDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The video games industry is still growing – but why? To say video games are popular is an understatement. There are estimated to be around 3 billion gamers in the world. The video gaming industry is among the fastest-growing segments in the entertainment business, and BCC Research anticipates the market to reach a whopping $473.7 billion by 2027. No small numbers here. BCC Research August 25, 2023August 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department: Adult Beverage Department: Beverage Department: HBC ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Hy-Vee launches RedMedia omnichannel retail media network Hy-Vee launched the full-scale version of its retail media network, called Hy-Vee RedMedia, at the Groceryshop 2023 conference this week in Las Vegas. The West Des Moines, Iowa-based retailer described the platform as a disruptor in the retail media landscape that will connect brands directly with Hy-Vee’s customer base across multiple platforms, including both online […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Food Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Finance Partnerships & Alt Profit Shopper & Customer Start Ups Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats Instacart stock languishes after IPO Instacart saw its share price erode in the two days following its initial public offering, after it rose 12.7% in its first day of trading on the NASDAQ exchange. The stock settled down to just slightly over its IPO price of $30 per share on Wednesday, its first full day on the exchange, then ranged […] Written by Supermarket News September 22, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Retail Media Metrics #30DaysofRetailMedia | Day 21: Retail Media Metrics Metrics help brand advertisers measure retail media effectiveness. Key performance indicators (KPIs) span the full marketing funnel, as consumers can enter anywhere. Brand advertisers: 🎯 Choose KPIs according to their objectives📊 Measure baseline results for meaningful comparisons🌟 Review their metrics for data insights to optimize their processes and […] Written by Lisa Goller September 21, 2023September 25, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Shopper & Customer CPG companies aim to make recycling simpler for consumers Dispelling consumer confusion around plastics recycling, investing in local programs and embracing molecular technologies are some of the current steps the Consumer Brands Association and its members are taking to create a sustainably packaged future. Written by Supermarket Perimeter September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Trends & External Forces Holiday & Events The big chill: Holiday retail sales 2023 expected to slow Experts predict slow growth in 2023 holiday sales as consumers tighten their belts in a tough economy, but e-commerce will remain a bright spot. Stores are filling with displays of holiday decorations and holiday-themed merchandise as retailers eagerly prepare for the annual shopping surge, but consumers may not be as excited. Forecasts for 2023 holiday […] Written by Future of Commerce September 21, 2023September 21, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked