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  1. Shopper & Customer

The Next Big Thing in Retail Foodservice: Where Consumers Are Heading

  Retail foodservice is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the desire for convenience without compromising quality according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. As the industry evolves, certain sectors are emerging as the frontrunners, attracting consumers in droves and setting the stage for […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Legacy Grocery Store Market Share Capitulation a Continuing Trend

  It’s clear that legacy grocery stores, once the dominant force in food retail, are now navigating a challenging landscape marked by significant market share capitulation according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. This shift has been driven by three prominent trends: the encroachment of dollar stores, drug stores, and […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Labor Day Recap

We hope everyone had a fantastic Labor Day Weekend! In this edition, we’ll analyze the performance of the furniture and mattress industries during this holiday week compared to last year.  Analyzing the data from Labor Day weekends in 2023 and 2024 provides valuable insights into how these sectors performed over the holiday, highlighting significant changes […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

The FIVE Pillars Driving Grocerant Adoption: A Modern Foodservice Success Story

  At the intersection of today’s consumers and food sales success Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes that in today’s dynamic retail landscape, where consumer behavior is continuously evolving, the grocerant niche—characterized by hand-held, ready-to-eat (RTE), and heat-and-eat fresh prepared foods—has surged to the forefront. What was once a peripheral […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Retail’s Fierce Urgency of Now: Here Comes Season 9

If we’re learned anything in the past few years, it’s that the pace of change is only accelerating and the difference between the winners and losers often centers on those that understand the fierce urgency of now and choose to aim much, much higher and move, much much faster.   Remarkable brands know that speed […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Why Walgreens is Embracing the Shoppable TV Era

The streaming era isn’t just giving households one-click access to a seemingly endless supply of content; it’s enabling brands and retailers to deliver relevant and impactful advertising to target consumers, making media moments shoppable.  Walgreens Advertising Group is capitalizing on this opportunity by testing new connected TV (CTV) advertising offerings through Roku. For this week’s […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

The Big Shift with Flywheel’s Patrick Miller

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Patrick Miller, co-founder of Flywheel, a division of Omnicom. Joining Peter to co-host the program is Flywheel’s Jacqui Dynowski. Patrick discusses “The Big Shift” white paper which he co-wrote with Katie Box. Follow Patrick Miller on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickgmiller/Follow Flywheel on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flywheel-digital/ Follow Jacqui […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

SUMMER BONUS: Fail Better

Welcome to a special Remarkable Retail podcast summer series focused on what leaders need to do to help their organizations win the future and leap to higher ground. In this six-part limited series, Steve will be unpacking key lessons from his new best-selling book “Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption,” available […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Mobile Sales Surpass Desktop Purchases

As the shift to mobile shopping accelerates, e-commerce is poised to play a pivotal role in driving sales through the holiday season and beyond, with mobile devices expected to outpace desktop purchases for the first time. Join us as we explore the key trends that contributed to July’s retail sales growth and what lies ahead. […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

SUMMER BONUS: Safe Is Risky

Clayton Christensen, the late great Harvard Business School professor, wrote one of the best business strategy books of all time. In his classic “The Innovator’s Dilemma” he explains how successful companies often fail by becoming overly locked into their established business models and optimizing the heck out of them, thereby ignoring, more risky disruptive innovations. […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Ikea Drones Will Employ AI to Work in Tandem with Fulfillment Employees

Ikea has embarked on the latest phase of drone adoption by rolling out an upgraded AI-powered system that will allow the drones to work efficiently alongside human workers in distribution centers. By integrating this new system into fulfillment spaces, Ikea’s operations will “run continuously,” the company shared in an announcement. Ikea initially adopted drone technology […]
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  1. Retail Ecosystem

Dang, That’s a Beautiful Store

Have you ever walked into such a beautiful store, you couldn’t mutter another word other than, “dang”? Well, that was Nicki Gitlin’s inspiration when the time came to name her design and architecture business. With years of hands-on experience, including a stint at Theory when she designed stores worldwide, she focuses on “intersecting architecture and […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Target’s $24B Grocery Business Growth Story

The retail industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation with the help of AI, offering significant advantages such as personalized customer experiences, efficient supply chain management, and streamlined operations. This has resulted in improved efficiency, cost savings, and heightened customer satisfaction, showcasing the immense potential of AI in retail. Come and join us as we delve […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

SUMMER BONUS: I Love You but You Are Not Serious People

Welcome to a special Remarkable Retail podcast summer series focused on what leaders need to do to help their organizations win the future and leap to higher ground. In this six-part limited series, Steve will be unpacking key lessons from his new best-selling book “Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption,” available […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Connecting with Context: Why Reddit is a Secret Commerce Powerhouse

More than half of U.S. shoppers are concerned with the quality and legitimacy of the product discovery channels they use most, according to research from Reddit. And yes, that includes social media. That is why, rather than relying solely on social media ratings and reviews, brands need to connect with consumers in context, according to […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

VC Execs: AI’s Value is Going Beyond the ‘Generative’ Hype

“Generative AI” has been a key phrase in PR and media for the past 18 months. However, a panel of venture capital (VC) and tech investors revealed during the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo this past June that they’re taking a more long-term view of AI. They’re focusing less on mind-bending consumer-facing experiences, like those […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Digital Coupons Drive Food Sales: The Grocerant Guru’s Perspective

  In today’s dynamic retail landscape, digital transformation is reshaping how consumers interact with brands and make purchasing decisions. Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® sees a significant shift in how digital coupons are becoming a critical driver of food sales across restaurants, convenience stores (c-stores), and grocery store service […]
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  1. Data & Insights

A beacon of hope in challenging times: all aboard for the retail sector’s automation revolution

The retail sector stands at the cusp of a transformation. In an era where economic uncertainty reigns, consumer demand remains unpredictable, yet the expectation for personalised service is unwavering and intensifying. Retailers are grappling with stubborn inflation, supply chain disruptions, and escalating costs, all of which are eroding already thin margins. These pressures are compounding […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

SUMMER BONUS: I’m The Problem. It’s Me.

Welcome to a special Remarkable Retail podcast summer series focused on what leaders need to do to help their organizations win the future and leap to higher ground. In this six-part limited series, Steve will be unpacking key lessons from his new best-selling book “Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption,” available […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Making the Membership Model Work for You

Although some use the words “membership” and “subscription” interchangeably, 64% of consumers believe there is a distinct difference in these types of programs.   But what do consumers really expect from these commerce experiences? Retail TouchPoints and CI&T collaborated on a survey of 1,000+ consumers to find out. Melissa Minkow, author of the report, sits down […]
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  1. Data & Insights

The New Norm: Unattended Payments

According to a recent study, only 15% of consumers are highly satisfied with the self-service tools available, yet the unattended payments market is projected to reach $129 billion globally by 2030. Human interaction used to be essential for finalizing transactions at traditional point-of-sale locations. However, there has been a shift, with unattended payments technologies increasingly […]
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  1. Data & Insights

AI’s Impact on Customer Expectations

Retail is undergoing a remarkable evolution thanks to AI, delivering substantial benefits like personalized customer experiences, efficient supply chain management, and streamlined operations. This has led to enhanced efficiency, reduced costs, and increased customer satisfaction, highlighting AI’s potential in retail. Join us as we explore the key trends to watch for in the upcoming months. […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

How Do the Most Successful Retail Stores Operate?

Rebekah Kondrat has worked for brands known (and loved) for their incredible store experiences: Apple, Starbucks and Warby Parker, among others. She has taken these experiences to start Rekon Retail, a company that helps brands scale their retail operations and set them up for long-term success.   During this RetailThinkTank Ideation Session, host Alicia Esposito […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

2025: what to expect in retail industry

The future is here, and it’s connected. IoT cloud solutions are changing the way we live, work, and play. From smart homes to industrial automation, these cutting-edge technologies are transforming industries and creating new possibilities. IoT cloud solutions are revolutionizing the retail industry, making it more efficient and customer-focused. As we look to 2025, these […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

The Power of Branding: How Product Startups Can Build an Effective Brand Strategy

In the competitive world of retail, branding has become more important than ever. With so many products and services available to consumers, it’s crucial for product startups to build a strong brand strategy in order to stand out from their competitors. But what exactly is branding? Simply put, it’s the process of creating a unique […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

SUMMER BONUS: Shift Happens

Welcome to a special Remarkable Retail podcast summer series focused on what leaders need to do to help their organizations win the future and leap to higher ground. In this six-part limited series, Steve is unpacking key lessons from his new best-selling book Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption, available everywhere […]
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  1. Retail Ecosystem

Content, Creators & Creativity: Why Milani Cosmetics’ Marketing Stands Out

Milani Cosmetics has been around for more than 20 years. And although plenty of beauty trends have come and gone in that time, the brand has maintained relevance and even acquired new customers by staying true to its core value props — and its distinct marketing approach. During this episode of Retail Remix, we’re replaying […]
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  1. Owned Brands (Private Label)

Is Private Label Food the New Business Model Power Paradigm?

The retail industry is witnessing a paradigm shift, with private label products becoming a formidable force. Recent data underscores this trend, revealing a substantial surge in store brand market share. According to Circana sales data, store brands achieved unprecedented highs in both unit and dollar share during the first six months of 2024, compared to […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Collaborating with Retailers for Better In-Store Audits

In today’s competitive retail landscape, product manufacturers need to ensure that their products are being displayed and sold in the best possible way. This is where in-store audits come into play – they allow manufacturers to gather insights on how their products are performing at the point of sale. In-store audits involve a team of […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Top 2024 Trends & Predictions Check-In

In December 2023, Retail TouchPoints unveiled its latest Industry Trends & Predictions Report, a multi-media experience featuring insights from 15 of the industry’s top analysts, futurists and thought leaders. Now that we’re halfway through the year, we thought it would be an ideal time to revisit some of the report’s top predictions and conduct a […]
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Walmart Tops List of Leading US Retailers By 2023 Sales

Walmart leads Forrester’s 2023 US retailer ranking, with Amazon in second. The top 10, representing 38% of total retail sales, remain unchanged from 2022. Walmart has once again secured the top position in Forrester’s annual ranking of the 67 largest US retailers (ranked by 2023 US net retail sales), with Amazon following closely in second […]
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