Channel: Mass How to Optimize Walmart.com Brand Shops & Maximize Traffic Walmart.com has launched the capability for suppliers to create Brand Shop landing pages as a new way to educate and drive awareness with shoppers. With Walmart.com Brand Shops, suppliers can now direct traffic from across the web to a curated landing page on Walmart.com. Brand Shops will allow brands to create a page on Walmart.com […] The Harvest Group April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 3 min read WalmartShoppersStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsVendorsMarketing: Retail MediaTechnology & InnovationStrategyESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StoreOmnichannelWalmart ConnectPartnershipsMerchandisingData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart To Sell Its Logistics Tools to Other Businesses For the first time. Walmart has made its AI-powered “Route Optimization” tool available to all businesses. SupplyChain247 April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart removes self-checkout from two more stores Move follows elimination of the service from three Albuquerque locations last year Supermarket News April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTech: CashierlessBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors RangeMe Review: How Due Diligence & Custom Offerings Land 2×4 Nutrition onto Retail Shelves Nothing irks a buyer more than a brand that goes into a meeting unprepared. In fact, the most common advice I hear from buyers with regards to supplier meeting prep is, “Do your homework.” You should have an idea about the buyer’s organization, the markets it serves, and – whenever possible – actual boots-on-the-ground experience […] RangeMe April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 4 min read VendorsShoppersWalmartMerchandisingData & InsightsDept. OTCTechnology & InnovationPackagingConsumersBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaCVSPricing & PromotionsSustainabilityDept. NonfoodExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainDept. Natural / OrganicBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Walmart Suppliers Deliver Greenhouse Gas Reductions 6 Years Early Here’s some positive sustainability news for Earth Month. Walmart introduced Project Gigaton in 2017 with an ambitious goal: reducing, avoiding or sequestering one gigaton — that’s 1 billion metric tons — of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The more than 5,900 Walmart suppliers that now participate in the Project Gigaton consortium have delivered on that […] Retail TouchPoints April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read SustainabilityWalmartPredictions and ForecastsDept. FuelOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodExecutivesESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart-backed fintech One introduces buy now, pay later as it prepares bigger push into lending One’s expanding role at Walmart raises the possibility that the company could force Affirm and others out of some of the most coveted partnerships in retail. CNBC April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTrends: FinanceTechnology & InnovationPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem Leaders Leap Book Launch: Get Ready To Leap! We have an fantastic episode for you featuring the virtual launch event for Steve’s brand-new book, Leaders Leap, recorded Monday April 22nd. Steve is joined by a panel of extraordinary guests, all of whom are leaders in their respective fields. We have the privilege of hosting best-selling author and friend Seth Godin, an entrepreneur and […] Remarkable Retail Podcast April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - North AmericaPodcastsConsumersMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesDept. GroceryIndustry Conferences and EventsTractor Supply CompanyPredictions and ForecastsCustomer ExperienceTrends: RetailShoppersStrategyKrogerMeta (Facebook)TikTokStreamingConsultingAmazonMarketing: BroadcastInternational - UKBrick and MortarESG and CSRData & InsightsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Choosing the Right Funding to Fuel Your Brand’s Growth Growing your business to a household name is the dream of every entrepreneur. However, achieving this level of recognition requires more than just ambition; it demands strategic planning, resource allocation, and often, significant financial investment. Access to capital isn’t always easy to come by, however. In fact, a study by U.S. Bank found that eighty-two […] RangeMe April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 5 min read Results & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainShoppersDept. NonfoodVendorsDept. FuelStrategyAmazonGoogleWalmartConsumersPartnershipsMarketing: TradeMarketing: Social MediaStore LocationESG and CSRTargetData VisualizationPepsiCo 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Including Wonder, mmERCH, and Pandion: ten retail technology funding rounds you need to know about RTIH rounds up ten retail systems ventures who have recently secured significant investments in their businesses, including blockchain enabled Web3 fashion startups, customer journey management platforms, and computer vision and AI powered warehouse inventory monitoring solutions. 1. TheyDo Customer journey management platform, TheyDo, has secured an additional $34 million in a Series A+ funding round. […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsResults & InvestmentData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersTwitterSustainabilityStart UpsDept. ApparelInternationalStore LocationDeliveryTech: RoboticsDept. GroceryAssociatesMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodExecutivesblockchainAmazonDept. FuelStrategyFood DeliveryCustomer ExperienceInclusivityCryptoGoogleMarketing: Retail MediaMeta (Facebook)UnileverEconomyAutonomous VehiclesConsumersPricing & PromotionsPress ReleaseWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Why It’s Time for Brands To Rethink Their Amazon Growth Strategy DSI “We cannot expect Amazon to develop or innovate in our category because that is not necessarily their desire.” — Martin Heubel, Founder of Consulterce As more brands search for ways to boost their profit margins both holistically and on specific retail channels, Amazon is undergoing its own transformation that could make it even harder for brands to be […] Digital Shelf Institute April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 9 min read AmazonStrategyMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainThick DataPodcastsPartnershipsShoppersMarketing: Retail MediaResults & InvestmentCustomer ExperienceConsumersVendorsData & InsightsDeliveryEconomyESG and CSRExecutivesMarketing: PrintSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsAssociatesMeta (Facebook)Walmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Express Files for Bankruptcy, to Close Nearly 100 Stores Longtime mall retailer Express filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday, however, a group of investors led by brand management firm WHP Global is looking to save the company by acquiring it. Express, whose portfolio includes its namesake banner, Bonobos and UpWest, said it will close 95 of its eponymous shops and all of […] TotalRetail April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read BankruptcyData & InsightsBrick and MortarWalmartOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelTechnology & InnovationStore LocationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BrandExecutivesStrategyConsumersPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Wrangler, M&S, Anthropologie and More Mark Earth Day with New Sustainability Initiatives Brands have been touting their green credentials and launching new initiatives all month in the leadup to Earth Day, and those efforts have peaked now that that April 22 has arrived. Among the brands that saved their announcements for the day itself are Kering, Marks & Spencer, Wrangler, Asics and Anthropologie, all of which showcased […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 6 min read SustainabilityConsumersDept. ApparelPartnershipsPackagingInternational - UKPhilanthropyShoppersHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageInternationalExecutivesReturnsMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarRecommerceDeliveryThick DataWalmartESG and CSRDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart adding 22 health clinics BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart said it will open 22 Walmart Health clinics this year, including 18 in Texas. With the additions, Walmart will operate more than 70 physician-staffed health clinics in five states by year’s end. The company plans to introduce the clinics to a sixth market, Arizona, in 2025. “Walmart Health remains focused on […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessWalmartDept. HBCCOVID19ExecutivesDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreDeliveryDept. PharmacyStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Walmart+ enlists celebrity moms to answer TikTok questions for Mother’s Day Paris Hilton, Whitney Cummings and others will offer advice in the second iteration of the retailer’s “Mother of All Savings Memberships” campaign. MarketingDive April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTikTokMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Ranked: The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. The Largest U.S. Corporations by Number of Employees This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on Apple or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Revenue and profit are common measures for measuring the size of […] Visual Capitalist April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 2 min read AssociatesConsumersWalmartAmazonPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsInternationalDeliveryTargetHealth & WellnessHome DepotTechnology & InnovationKrogerDept. DairyDept. HBCRestaurantsDept. NonfoodGoogleOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshDept. Refrigerated 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Zipline makes its millionth drone delivery The drone delivery company has recently expanded to serve new use cases like retail deliveries with Walmart Supermarket News April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 < 1 min read DeliveryWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Beyond Meat’s revamped burger hits shelves The company’s fourth generation of products is now available at grocery stores across the U.S., including Walmart. RetailDive April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. FreshWalmartBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Walmart’s new combo will aid suppliers Walmart Luminate and Walmart Connect to become Walmart Luminate Insights Activation Supermarket News April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartBig DataWalmart ConnectData & InsightsMarketing: Retail Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers Must Adopt a Technology-First Strategy to Survive We’ve all heard the analogy of the boiling frog: when a frog is put into a pot of boiling water, it will instantly jump out. However, when the frog is immersed into a pot of lukewarm water that is slowly brought to a boil, the frog doesn’t sense any danger and ultimately perishes. There’s an […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyPredictions and ForecastsWalmartAmazonOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreResults & InvestmentData & InsightsReturnsMarketing: Social MediaKrogerRegional GroceryMarketing: TradeMarketing: ShopperMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayTargetDept. GroceryData VisualizationCOVID19ConsultingBig DataTrends: RetailDept. Pet 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Walmart teams with Jessica Simpson on apparel line BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is collaborating with celebrity Jessica Simpson’s apparel brand on a new collection of women’s clothing, swimwear and jewelry, including many items designed exclusively for Walmart. “I am so excited to partner with Walmart to bring our collection to a whole new group of dynamic and beautiful customers,” said Jessica Simpson. “Walmart […] MMR April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 2 min read Dept. ApparelWalmartShoppersSustainabilityPartnershipsExecutivesBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces 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. Grocery Dive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartTrends: TechOperations & Supply ChainTech: RoboticsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Channel: Mass From Reusable to Recycled: Walmart Canada Pilots Program Giving New Life to Blue Bags Walmart Canada, in partnership with TerraCycle, will mark Earth Day on April 22 with a “Fresh Start” Day of Action, encouraging consumers to recycle their used blue Walmart shopping bags as part of a free national recycling pilot program. TerraCycle will launder usable bags and donate them for reuse by charity partners; bags that are […] Retail TouchPoints April 16, 2024April 16, 2024 2 min read SustainabilityWalmartInternational - North AmericaDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainPhilanthropyConsumersPredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsExecutivesDept. GroceryDept. FreshStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Fly by Jing lowers prices as it expands into over 2K Walmart stores The price reductions come as consumers feel the pressure of inflation, especially in the grocery category. RetailDive April 15, 2024April 15, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartBrick and MortarConsumersEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass How To Get Your Products Placed in Walmart Trying to get your product placed at Walmart, the world largest retailer? Many thousands of businesses every year dream of getting their products into Walmart. However, only a handful of vendors will make the cut. Why do some companies make it on the retailer’s shelves while many others don’t? To answer this question, here […] Retail Bound April 14, 2024April 14, 2024 4 min read WalmartPackagingMarketing: UGCVendorsConsumersShoppersMarketing: Social MediaMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainStrategyAssociatesDept. OTCDept. NonfoodDept. Consumer ElectronicsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Making sense of your store data After a big holiday weekend, everyone is always thinking of what can be done better next year. Stay tuned tomorrow for a Presidents’ Day Recap to see how your store compared to the industry average this year. This week, we’re discussing the newest trends in retail, including the use of new technologies and changes in […] Trakwell.ai (formerly Doorcounts) April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsPackagingShoppersChatGPTConsumersAcquisitionTrends: RetailWalmartMars Inc.SustainabilityHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart to Accelerate Health Center Growth in Texas with 18 New Sites this Year Walmart will add 18 new Walmart Health Centers in Texas in 2024, joining the four sites operating now. The first three openings will be in Pearland, Sugar Land and Tomball, Texas. Each Walmart Health facility is approximately 5,400 square feet and is located beside a Walmart Supercenter. While specific services offered will vary by location, […] Retail TouchPoints April 11, 2024April 11, 2024 < 1 min read Health & WellnessWalmartStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaDeliveryExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Oxfam Report Reveals Concerns Among Amazon and Walmart Warehouse Workers Over Extreme Surveillance Both Amazon and Walmart use excessive surveillance in their warehouses and the “concerning” implementation poses a serious risk to employees’ health and well-being, according to a recent report by Oxfam. RetailWire April 11, 2024April 11, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartOperations & Supply ChainAmazonAssociatesHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Rise of the Online Marketplace in Home Improvement The home improvement industry is at a crossroads, shaped by a digital landscape that continues to grow exponentially. In the first half of 2024, this sector has seen a significant transition to online sales, which now account for 37% of the industry’s total market share. It’s a pivot that reflects the broader narrative of our […] Yipitdata April 11, 2024April 11, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsConsumersAmazonPredictions and ForecastsCompetitionHome DepotBrick and MortarShoppersPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StoreTrends: RetailDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationDept. AppliancesCostcoUnileverStrategyWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights February Sales Signal change is coming What began during the pandemic as a solution for customers navigating the absence of in-store shopping and fitting rooms has evolved into a significant logistical challenge. As we reported on last week, February sales in the furniture, mattress, and footwear industry saw some impressive improvement compared to last year. But these improvements are overshadowed by […] Trakwell.ai (formerly Doorcounts) April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersReturnsPredictions and ForecastsTech: AR and VRShoppersCOVID19Dept. NonfoodOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: In StoreExecutivesBrick and MortarTrends: RetailDept. ApparelLegal & CriminalDept. FuelDeliveryMarketing: BroadcastDept. Sporting goodsMars Inc.Walmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Online grocery sales remain flat in March, and local grocers still trail Walmart Pickup and delivery continue to be preferred method Supermarket News April 10, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartDeliveryBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Channel: Mass Corporate Strategy Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Kroger Delivers its First-Party Data to the Yahoo DSP Yahoo Advertising and Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) — the retail media business of Kroger, powered by 84.51° — are teaming up to bring Kroger’s first-party, purchase-based audiences to the Yahoo Demand-Side Platform (DSP). Yahoo DSP advertisers can now activate KPM’s audiences to reach targeted consumers with their advertising and measure campaign results. While off-site advertising […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Technology & Innovation Amazon services outpace retail growth in Q1 The e-commerce giant’s third-party services, advertising, subscriptions and cloud unit generated double-digit revenue increases in the period. Written by RetailDive May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Stores & Formats Amazon tops expectations for revenue, earnings SEATTLE – Amazon posted better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 13% from a year earlier to $143.3 billion. The company reported first-quarter net income of $10.4 billion, or 98 cents a diluted share, compared to $3.2 billion a year earlier. Amazon’s operating income surged to $15.3 billion, up […] Written by MMR May 1, 2024May 2, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers 5 things top news: Kroger tries to strengthen merger deal The most impactful news in the grocery industry for the week ending April 26 Written by Supermarket News April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Corporate Strategy ESG Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walmart to close all 51 health centers BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart today said it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Walmart Health and Walmart Virtual Care clinics, citing a lack of profitability. “The decision to close all 51 health centers across five states and shut down the virtual care offering was not easy. We understand this change affects lives – […] Written by MMR April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked