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A colleague said to me "we just went through a name change, what's the big deal?" The BIG DEAL is there were teams dedicated to upgrade IT systems, prepare and file legal documents, integrate cultures of other companies, update payroll systems, and so much more. The BIG DEAL is that your employment history shows that you have gone through company changes and persevered, because others may not. It may not be a BIG DEAL for you...it's a BIG DEAL for all the people who made the decision, who put in the work to make it happen, and who will be impacted directly in the aftermath. Conclusion: a company name change is a BIG DEAL!

In 2023, private labels at grocery retailers hit a record high. The overall grocery market grew, and big supplier labels also experienced healthy growth levels. But did you know that grocery retail could accelerate this growth even faster? The answer is a big YES! By tapping into innovative loyalty and promotions programs that put more private label products in front of consumers' eyes at a faster rate than big supplier labels, retailers can make private labels as attractive as possible and attract more consumers. Retailers have the control, so let's make the most of it.

Discover how Walmart conquered the e-commerce frontier and transformed retail. Join PromoPioneers as we explore the strategies and innovations behind Walmart's success. Learn insights and tips to elevate your own business. Don't miss out on expert analysis and industry secrets. #PromoPioneers #ECommerceSuccess #WalmartInnovation #RetailRevolution #PromoPioneers #ECommerceSuccess #WalmartInnovation #RetailRevolution #BusinessInsights #DigitalTransformation #MarketLeaders #SuccessStories #OnlineRetail #StrategyAnalysis

A huge amount has been written about the difficulty and cost of #ecommerce in the #grocery vertical. But there are two sides to every story... Certainly, lessons in sheer cost and complexity of online selling are there to be learned from brands in every sector. As Instacart's Rob Hill commented last year, "...a few friction points still exist... if you don’t have a solid ordering system in place, it becomes tough to digitize the whole in-store fulfillment process." This week, PYMNTS reports (link in comments) that Kroger, Ahold Delhaize and others have decided slow down or scale back ecommerce for similar reasons. On the other hand... Aldi, Tesco and co. are building out media networks which Boston Consulting Group (BCG) could produce 70-90% margins - which George Nott rightly describes as an "an incredibly attractive figure for supermarkets more used to razor-thin profits on product sales." For at least a decade, supermarkets have arguably been divided by the 'extra' work they do on top of product sales: financial services, QSR, loyalty programs etc - leveraging sheer scale as a pathway to more profitable forms of trade. Grocers: shy away from ecommerce at your peril. #retailmedianetworks, "...leveraged correctly, could offer brands unprecedented scale in their activations" (Samuel Knights). A brighter future by far awaits brands brave enough to ride out the bumps in the road. https://lnkd.in/e-FQNaHp

Read my article about Ahold Delhaize CEO Frans Muller's plans to initiate a new phase of growth and innovation at the company: https://lnkd.in/eAKrevZR Ahold Delhaize Ahold Delhaize USA #retail #supermarkets #ecommerce

As always, it's a treat to join Omni Talk Retail. Rather than their Fast Five, this time Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga gave me ~5 minutes on the hot seat to discuss in-store grocery tech -- what's been taking off, what's the real value prop for each, and which have exciting future potential. All inspired by our latest launch and recurring series on retail tech. Listen to and watch these 5 "Insightful" Minutes below. And read the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group In-Store Customer-Facing Retail Tech Report by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/g3bSA86d

🚀 As we step into 2024, the retail landscape is gearing up for transformative changes, with major players unveiling ambitious expansion plans and adapting to evolving market dynamics. From Ahold Delhaize's acquisition of Profi to Carrefour and Auchan's strategic focus on proximity, retailers are shaping the future of modern commerce. 🛍️🏢 Notably, the retail boom is set to influence the commercial real estate market, with the demand for diverse spaces being redefined. 🌐 Read more about the trends and market insights that will drive growth in 2024. How will these strategic shifts impact the commercial real estate sector? 💼🔍 #retail2024 #commercialrealestate #business #markettrends #busymarket #busybrokers #busybuildingbusiness 🚀📊

Our new Guide to Grocery Retail Success includes insightful deep dives covering everything from keeping your scales compliant to implementing #ESLs in your store. Get our exclusive guides here: https://bit.ly/3thmlAq #groceryretail

We are excited to share Ahold Delhaize's Director of Global Mechanization, Oliver Baggaley's view on our efforts in navigating the world of mechanization within the international grocery retail landscape. As Ahold Delhaize treads the path of retail evolution, the integration of mechanization emerges as a learning experience, with its own set of challenges and triumphs. This article shares insights into the strategies we've explored to embrace innovation while staying true to our commitment to providing quality service to our brands’ customers. #AholdDelhaize #Mechanization #Technology #TechInRetail 

Looking for even more insights? If you are heading to Groceryshop, we’ll be hosting clients and industry experts at our booth to talk about how they're changing the grocery game with a consumer-centric retail media strategy. Stop by booth B-1620. In the meantime, you can check out the full webinar where Michael Peroutka of Gopuff shared his thoughts on how to reach the right shoppers everywhere with #retailmedia. The webinar was hosted by Path to Purchase Institute for CitrusAd and Epsilon. 👇 Follow the link in Comments to listen 👇 #groceryshop2023 #ecommerce