Gen Z, Gen Alpha and the AI-ificiation of retail this holiday season
AI is “rewiring” the brains of today’s youth, at the same time that they’re craving physical experiences. Can retailers strike the right balance?
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Dairy Management Inc. launches Portraits of Modern Dairy
Portraits of Modern Dairy kicked off with a Good Morning America segment on Oct. 12 in conjunction with National Farmers Day and the United Nations’ International Year of the…
Jumbo Gamifies Grocery Shopping To Engage Young Shoppers
Jumbo has introduced a handheld scanner specifically for young children as it seeks to make family grocery shopping more interesting.
Tractor Supply opens Idaho distribution center with automation, dedicated AI team
The retailer's site in Nampa will distribute inventory to 123 stores and includes a group that aims to "apply practical artificial intelligence to operational needs."
Sean Ghouse on the power of physical retail and the future of Fortnum & Mason
Sean Ghouse has spent three decades at the forefront of retail. The Fortnum & Mason retail director discusses empowering teams, balancing heritage with innovation and why kindness…
Chicago Town launches YouTube series as part of campaign
Chicago Town launched a five-part YouTube series that is part of a marketing strategy to engage younger audiences through creator-led content and platforms. This is part of the…
GUEST COMMENT Social: the retail channel FMCG can’t live without
Tom Sneddon, head of social at House of Communication, looks at how social channels have democratised brand discovery - and what FMCG brands can do to ensure they make a genuine…
Snacks pricing, “urgency” on drinks – takeaways from PepsiCo’s Q3 results
PepsiCo CEO Ramon Laguarta insisted the company would look “aggressively” at the costs associated with its drinks business in North America. The post Snacks pricing, “urgency” on…
Leftovers: BeatBox jams with Cinnabon | Topo Chico launches premium canned water
The party punch brand is bringing an April Fools’ joke to life, while Bauducco looks to introduce Americans to panettone made with Skippy peanut butter.
Molson Coors taps chief supply chain officer for Americas
Matthew Hook will step into the role with a mandate of continuing to modernize operations and boost service levels.
North America and Europe sales shine at Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing
Results put the group in contention to overtake H&M as international expansion drives record sales
PepsiCo cuts profit forecast as rising costs hit North American business
PepsiCo has lowered its full-year profit forecast, due to rising costs and weaker demand for its snacks and drinks. It now expects core earnings per share, excluding currency…