Channel: Convenience Hey Starbucks, Bet You Can’t Beat This! Wawa’s $5 Big Breakfast Deal Redefines Value, Speed & Convenience Steven Johnson, Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® knows a winning foodservice formula when he sees one, and Wawa’s latest move is set to shake up the breakfast game. From February 17 through March 24, Wawa is rolling out its unbeatable $5 […] Grocerant Guru February 18, 2025February 18, 2025 3 min read WaWaDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersRestaurantsDept. BeverageMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshMarketing: In StoreCompetitionDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DairyMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)Pricing & PromotionsStrategyTechnology & InnovationTwitterESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Food Sales Copycat Products Blurring the Lines Between Retail Food Channels The line between restaurants and food retailers is growing ever thinner. The battle for America’s food dollars has intensified as consumers embrace fresh, prepared, ready-2-eat (RTE) and heat-n-eat (HNE) options available across a rapidly expanding spectrum of retail channels. Convenience stores, chain drug stores, grocery stores, club stores, mass merchandisers, vending machines, and even […] Grocerant Guru February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsDept. FreshBrick and MortarTechnology & InnovationWhole FoodsWalgreensTrader JoesPredictions and ForecastsPackagingShoppersTrends: Food and BeverageDept. PerimeterRegional GroceryDept. BakeryMarketing: BrandWaWaWegmansAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainAmazonUnileverInsight ProvidersEconomyVendorsDelivery7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer The Grocerant Revolution: How Mix-and-Match Meal Components Are Winning Over Consumers What do consumers think a Grocerant is? According to Steven Johnson, the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA-based Foodservice Solutions®, the man who coined the term “Grocerant,” it is “any retail food item that is fresh prepared Ready-2-Eat or Heat-N-Eat.” Traditionally, these items have been found in grocery store service delis, convenience store prepared food […] Grocerant Guru February 10, 2025February 10, 2025 4 min read ConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsDept. FreshData & InsightsBrick and MortarDeliveryWaWaDept. PerimeterCostcoDept. NonfoodShoppersDept. Fresh PreparedPackagingMarketing: In StoreCompetitionPredictions and ForecastsBOPISDept. ApparelSustainabilityDept. DeliTechnology & InnovationPop UpsPlatedMarketing: BrandMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationOperations & Supply Chain 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The 7 Undercurrents Driving Grocerant Niche Adoption in 2025 The evolution of Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh food has surged over the years, with 2025 proving to be a landmark moment for the grocerant niche. These retail food solutions cater to time-starved consumers seeking convenience, quality, and value. Steven Johnson, Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru®, based in Tacoma, WA identifies seven powerful undercurrents driving this […] Grocerant Guru January 25, 2025January 25, 2025 6 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaRegional GroceryPartnershipsDept. FreshMarketing: TradeHealth & WellnessBrick and MortarDept. DeliMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Fresh PreparedSustainabilityTrends: Food and BeverageCompetitionPricing & PromotionsPackagingTescoHy-VeeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAmazonLidlKrogerOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)WaWaQ CommerceDeliveryDept. PerimeterBOPISTrends: MarketingTwitterAlbertsons / SafewayDollar GeneralGhost KitchenHEBAldi7-Eleven & SpeedwaySave A LotPublixDept. BakeryAlimentation Couche-TardStore LocationDept. BeverageCircle KESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery The Risk of Raising Restaurant Prices in 2025 In 2025, the foodservice landscape is rapidly evolving, creating significant challenges for restaurant operators contemplating price increases. While higher menu prices may offset rising labor, rent, and ingredient costs, they come with heightened risks in an era where consumer behavior has dramatically shifted. From the Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice […] Grocerant Guru January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 5 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationAIDept. GroceryRestaurantsData & InsightsGoogleMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDeliveryDept. FreshFood DeliveryWhole FoodsDept. NonfoodPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationBrick and MortarMeta (Facebook)InternationalInstacartWaWaSustainabilityEconomyCompetitionTwitterESG and CSRMarketing: TradeTrader JoesPackagingUbereatsRegional GroceryMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyTikTokDoorDashCOVID19AssociatesBlueApronChatGPTDept. Fresh PreparedVendorsGrubhub 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Fast Food Restaurants: The Race to Attract Customers Back Today convenience stores, grocery delis, and virtual restaurants are eating into legacy restaurant market share according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®.The fast-food industry, once the go-to for affordability, speed, and convenience, is facing formidable competition from unexpected corners. Convenience stores (C-stores), grocery deli departments, and virtual restaurants are […] Grocerant Guru December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryRestaurantsConsumersDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedData & InsightsDept. FreshShoppersBrick and MortarDeliveryGhost KitchenMarketing: Social MediaRegional GroceryWaWaCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainKrogerHEBStore LocationPublix7-Eleven & SpeedwayTwitterMeta (Facebook)Whole FoodsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAssociatesMars Inc.Predictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsFood DeliveryDept. Natural / OrganicTechnology & InnovationUbereatsESG and CSRDept. FuelCOVID19DoorDashMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Year in Review: Consumer Migration Between Convenience Stores, Restaurants, and Service Delis As 2024 comes to a close, the dynamic interplay between convenience stores (C-stores), restaurants, and service delis continues to reshape the food industry landscape. If success does leave clues and it does according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® let’s look at who is winning and some that may […] Grocerant Guru December 16, 2024December 16, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersData & InsightsDept. Fresh PreparedRestaurantsDept. DeliDept. GroceryDept. FreshBrick and MortarShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDeliveryDept. PerimeterMarketing: TradeResults & InvestmentSustainabilityMerchandisingOperations & Supply ChainPackagingInternationalWaWaRegional GroceryKrogerMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaPartnershipsAmazonStore LocationInternational - North AmericaDept. BeverageFlagship StoresESG and CSREconomyAlbertsons / SafewayHoliday & EventsDept. Bakery7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Like Wawa’s Turkey Gobblers? Here’s How To Get $2,500 To Eat Them You can get $2,500 to eat a popular Wawa sandwich. RetailWire November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 < 1 min read WaWaDept. Fresh Prepared 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events The Best Drive-thru Thanksgiving Dinner: Fresh, Fast, and Flavorful! When Thanksgiving rolls around, we often picture a cozy kitchen filled with the aromas of turkey, stuffing, and pie. But times are changing, and for many, the classic sit-down feast has become a drive-thru experience! Today, restaurants, convenience stores (C-stores), and grocery delis have stepped up, offering festive meals right through the window — […] Grocerant Guru November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 5 min read Holiday & EventsGoogleData & InsightsDept. FreshDept. GroceryBrick and MortarRestaurantsBOPISWaWaConsumersWhole FoodsWegmansNestleHealth & WellnessRegional GroceryKrogerPricing & PromotionsThick DataDept. Beverage7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Cybersecurity Breaches Can Cripple Grocery Stores, Restaurants, and C-Stores – And 7 Solutions to Protect Your Business As technology becomes integral to every sector, food retail and service industries, including grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores (C-stores), face rising cybersecurity threats, according to Steven Johnosn Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® ‘cybersecurity just might be the number one reason every food retailer should be looking a customer ahead.’ Cyber […] Grocerant Guru November 17, 2024November 17, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsLegal & CriminalTechnology & InnovationAIShoppersBrick and MortarRestaurantsWaWaDept. GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTargetUnited Natural FoodsAssociatesResults & InvestmentAlimentation Couche-TardConsumersCircle KStore LocationPepsiCo 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience The Rise of Food-Focused Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven and Industry Leaders Set New Standards In recent years, convenience stores have taken a major turn, transforming into food-focused retail hubs that serve as serious competitors to restaurants. Brands like 7-Eleven, Circle K, Sheetz, and Wawa have pioneered this shift, leveraging food sales to drive customer frequency, top-line growth, and profitability. This change is part of a broader industry trend in […] Grocerant Guru November 4, 2024December 1, 2024 6 min read Dept. GroceryDept. Beverage7-Eleven & SpeedwayWaWaRestaurantsShoppersData & InsightsBrick and MortarConsumersAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KDept. FreshMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BrandMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCustomer ExperienceTechnology & InnovationMarketing: TradeDept. FuelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMeta (Facebook)TwitterAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsDeliveryTrends: Food and BeverageDept. PerimeterESG and CSRMarketing: In StoreMergersPhilanthropyStrategyStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Get Paid $2,500 to Be a Wawa Hoagie Hunter – Is This the Best Gig Ever? Wawa Fans Rejoice! You Can Now Get Paid to Eat Hot Turkey Gobblers! 🦃✨ SIXT is on the hunt for an enthusiastic Hoagie Hunter who is ready to take on the delicious challenge of finding the best Wawa Hot Turkey Gobbler across 100 different locations. Yes, you read that right! Get paid to indulge […] Grocerant Guru October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 3 min read WaWaData & InsightsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryDept. Fresh PreparedShoppersDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)Technology & InnovationConsumersTwitterDept. BakeryResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSRBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Success in Engaging Gen Z—A Lesson for Restaurants and C-Stores Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believe that in a rapidly evolving food and convenience landscape, the ability to tap into new consumer behaviors is essential. Claim, the viral social app targeting Gen Z, is not just reshaping the digital marketing game, but is teaching valuable lessons for restaurants, […] Grocerant Guru October 18, 2024October 18, 2024 5 min read RestaurantsData & InsightsConsumersBrick and MortarDept. GroceryShoppersESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyWaWaWhole FoodsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsCustomer ExperienceStore LocationHy-VeeAcquisitionTwitterConsultingMeta (Facebook)Dept. FreshSustainabilityMarketing: TradeMars Inc.Regional GroceryPricing & PromotionsAlimentation Couche-TardMarketing: In StoreStart UpsTechnology & InnovationKrogerDept. BakeryDept. Fresh PreparedCircle K7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Wawa Offering Free Coffee & Other Treats at New NJ Location Wawa is one of the most popular convenience stores in the country. RetailWire October 11, 2024October 11, 2024 < 1 min read WaWaStore LocationDept. BeverageBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category C-Stores Finding Success by Luring Fast-Food Customers to Boost Sales and Profits Over the last decade, convenience stores (C-stores) have evolved into formidable competitors for fast-food restaurants. From KFC’s fried chicken to McDonald’s burgers, traditional fast-food chains are now facing stiff competition as C-stores leverage their strategic locations, evolving menus, and technology-driven operations to attract hungry consumers. According to Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, […] Grocerant Guru October 9, 2024October 9, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarData & InsightsRestaurantsShoppersTechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. FuelDept. FreshWaWaSustainabilityMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainStore LocationMarketing: In StoreTwitterMeta (Facebook)Customer ExperienceCompetitionHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsUnileverESG and CSRAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category What’s for Dinner: Convenient Meals for Today’s Families The age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” has evolved dramatically over the decades, shaped by societal changes and consumer demands. In a world where speed of service, affordability, portability, and dietary preferences take center stage, families today are more interested in finding meal solutions that satisfy everyone at the table without sacrificing quality or convenience, […] Grocerant Guru October 4, 2024October 4, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarData & InsightsRestaurantsDept. FreshHealth & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaConsumersDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliWaWaPredictions and ForecastsConsultingTwitterThick DataMeta (Facebook)Dept. DairyESG and CSRDept. Natural / OrganicDept. OTCDept. PerimeterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationShoppersStrategyTrends: Food and Beverage7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer What Do Chili’s, Panera Bread, McDonald’s, and Wawa All Have in Common? The grocerant niche continues to drive the evolving landscape of foodservice, the once-clear lines between grocery stores, convenience stores, and restaurants have blurred. The new battleground for the age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” is no longer confined to the grocery aisle but has expanded to the drive-thru lanes and delivery apps. Leading the charge […] Grocerant Guru September 14, 2024September 14, 2024 5 min read ConsumersRestaurantsWaWaDept. GroceryData & InsightsDept. BakeryDeliveryBrick and MortarFood DeliveryBOPISCompetitionDoorDashDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. BeveragePartnershipsDept. PerimeterHealth & WellnessStrategyUbereatsGrubhub 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Convenience Stores: Where You Can Get Fresh Food Fast Once known primarily for their role in providing quick snacks and fuel, convenience stores have evolved into key players in the retail foodservice industry. They have become destinations for fresh food fast, catering to consumers who seek quality meals without the wait. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, […] Grocerant Guru September 10, 2024September 10, 2024 5 min read Dept. BeverageDept. GroceryBrick and MortarConsumersDept. FreshDept. Adult BevData & InsightsWaWaDept. PerimeterShoppersDept. Fresh Prepared7-Eleven & SpeedwayStore LocationMarketing: In StoreRestaurantsDept. FuelMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. NonfoodMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationPredictions and ForecastsStrategyTechnology & InnovationUnileverAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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 the […] Grocerant Guru September 9, 2024September 26, 2024 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryAISustainabilityHealth & WellnessData & InsightsDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsBrick and MortarInternationalWaWaDept. PerimeterDept. Natural / OrganicTrends: Food and BeveragePackagingMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationNestleOperations & Supply ChainDept. BeverageShoppersStore LocationTrends: RetailESG and CSRDept. Fresh PreparedDeliveryCOVID197-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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 […] Grocerant Guru September 8, 2024September 8, 2024 5 min read Brick and MortarConsumersDept. GroceryRestaurantsLidlRegional GroceryData & InsightsAldiCompetitionMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshWaWaDeliveryShoppersCOVID19Food DeliveryDept. PerimeterWalgreensStore FormatOwned Brands (Private Label)Predictions and ForecastsTwitterMeta (Facebook)MerchandisingCVSStrategyTrends: RetailUbereatsDollar GeneralDoorDashESG and CSRGrubhubOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Convenience Stores and Grocery Delis: Solving the “What’s for Dinner?” Dilemma Through Grocerant Niche Mix-and-Match Bundling The age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” has perplexed families for generations, often leading to indecision and reliance on fast food or takeout. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believes if your food marketing tactics look more like yesterday than tomorrow, you need to move forward. However, convenience stores (C-stores) […] Grocerant Guru August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 5 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliDept. FreshBrick and MortarDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersDept. PerimeterMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMerchandisingWaWaWhole FoodsPartnershipsKrogerRestaurantsRegional GroceryDept. DairyAssociates7-Eleven & SpeedwayStrategyPricing & PromotionsPublixInternationalDept. BeverageHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / OrganicPepsiCoMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionUnileverTrends: Food and BeverageDept. BakerySustainabilityDept. Refrigerated 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Jason and Kylie Kelce ‘Wing It’ at Wawa for New Back-to-School Promotion Jason Kelce and his wife Kylie are learning how to “wing it” as their kids go back to school with help from Wawa. RetailWire August 23, 2024August 23, 2024 < 1 min read WaWaHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Millennials’ Shift from Restaurants to C-store Foodservice: A Modern Perspective The food sector is witnessing a significant shift as Millennials continue their exploration for fresh food options in the grocerant niche. This journey of discovery, trial, and migration is challenging the traditional paradigms of legacy chain restaurants. Steven Johnson, the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®, has been at the forefront of […] Grocerant Guru June 15, 2024June 15, 2024 4 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersRestaurantsData & InsightsBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaDept. FreshStreamingDept. FuelTwitterThick DataMeta (Facebook)Predictions and ForecastsMarketing: Digital MediaDept. PerimeterWaWaDept. BeverageESG and CSRPricing & PromotionsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Buc-ee’s expansion could have highest impact on Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Circle K Track Gas Station spending for free Access chart data in Dash. Around 73% of Buc-ee’s customers also shopped at Shell in the trailing 12 months ended March 24, 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. It is just one sign that the gas station chain is making inroads with incumbent gas station brands. The jumbo-sized […] Earnest Research April 8, 2024April 24, 2024 2 min read Dept. FuelData & Insights7-Eleven & SpeedwayAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KWaWaShoppersBPDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsAmazonCostcoMarketing: In StoreData VisualizationHoliday & EventsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMurphy USAAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Your Views: Perception Shift I talked this week about how Jon Jenkins of AWS made the point during the NGA technology Summit that retailers should not compare smart carts to more traditional carts in terms of cost; instead, he suggested, they should be thought of a self-checkout systems being used throughout the store, taking pressure off the front end. […] MorningNewsBeat March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayGovernmentWaWaAcquisitionResults & InvestmentKrogerInsight ProvidersBig DataTech: CashierlessDeliveryCompetitionTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BrandIndustry Conferences and EventsAldiData VisualizationCircle KAhold DelhaizeAlimentation Couche-TardAmazonAssociates7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Wawa’s New Revenue Stream via New Retail Media Network So, Wawa recently launched the Goose Media Network, a retail media network (RMN) designed to enhance offerings for its dedicated consumer base. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® this moved with edify Wawa’s relationship with consumers and brands driving Top-line sales and Bottom-line profits. Through this network, Wawa’s customers can engage with partner […] Grocerant Guru March 3, 2024March 3, 2024 3 min read WaWaPartnershipsShoppersDept. GroceryData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersCustomer ExperienceAgenciesTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshDept. PerimeterPricing & PromotionsAIMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeBrick and MortarTargetTrends: TechDeliveryDept. FuelOperations & Supply ChainInsight ProvidersMarketing: OOHDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Wawa debuts retail media network The company joins 7-Eleven and Casey’s in venturing into an advertising platform that is full of opportunities as well as challenges, experts have said. MarketingDive February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read WaWaMarketing: Retail Media7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Wawa Joins Retail Media Network Club Wawa has launched Goose Media Network, the c-store chain’s retail media network (RMN), to give brands the opportunity to reach Wawa customers online as well as via the mobile app and videos played at the gas pump. Wawa worked with Publicis Groupe’s Publicis Sapient, Epsilon and CitrusAd to create the new offering. “Goose Media Network […] Retail TouchPoints February 27, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read WaWaMarketing: Retail MediaAgenciesSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaInsight ProvidersHealth & Wellness7-Eleven & SpeedwayDept. Fuel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Dash In Convenience Stores, Can’t Beat Them Join Them You all know the old adage ‘When you can’t beat them join them’. Well at Dash-In convenience stores they have been watching the ilk of Sheets and Wawa gobble market share by providing customers a once unique experience now a common place experience. That being restaurant quality meals from a non-traditional restaurant footprint and […] Grocerant Guru January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryData & InsightsShoppersBrick and MortarStore LocationWaWaRestaurantsDept. FuelBPDept. FreshExecutivesTechnology & InnovationDept. PerimeterMarketing: BrandCustomer ExperienceTrends: RetailTrends: Food and BeverageOwned Brands (Private Label)Pricing & PromotionsDept. BakeryMarketing: In StoreFlagship StoresDept. Fresh PreparedCircle KAlimentation Couche-Tard 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces C-Stores Eye Food As Sales & Margin Builder The Wall Street Journal this morning has a story about how convenience stores “are all trying to grab a bigger piece of the food pie,” carrying more and better fresh food that offer “an appetizing opportunity” for more sales and higher margins. The story cites companies that include Wawa and Casey’s General Stores as having […] MorningNewsBeat December 15, 2023December 15, 2023 < 1 min read Brick and MortarDept. GroceryWaWaCasey's General StoresDept. PerimeterDept. FreshDept. FuelQ CommerceEconomyCOVID19 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked