Fitness Anchors: The New Power Players in Retail Centers
Fitness chains like Planet Fitness and Crunch are increasingly replacing traditional retail anchors, driving significant foot traffic and longer dwell times for neighboring businesses.
St. Patrick’s Day 2026: Budget-Conscious Consumers Prioritize Value
New Numerator data shows 73 percent of St. Patrick’s Day shoppers plan to spend under $100 as inflationary pressures influence holiday retail.
Ep. 142 - The Customer's Choice: Why Loyalty is Dead
Retail veteran Michael Graen shares how sensors and AI eliminate out of stocks and boost sales. Learn why RFID and 2D barcodes are essential for on shelf availability and how to use data to prioritize tasks that free associates to serve customers. Read the full retail execution playbook here.
Chipotle and Fast-Casual Brands Pivot Strategy Amid Shifting Costs
Fast-casual leaders Chipotle, Cava, and Sweetgreen adapt pricing and menu strategies to maintain consumer demand amid evolving economic pressures and supply chain shifts.
44% of your Retail Media Budget is Probably Wasted
Stop wasting ad spend on unoptimized product pages. Learn why 44 percent of paid traffic lands on weak PDPs and how a three-legged stool of operations, content, and ads can boost ROAS by 29 percent. Audit your digital shelf and align teams to turn retail media into a true growth multiplier.
The Saturday Special: The Global Journey of Your Humble Ink Pen
From tungsten carbide mines to Bentonville retail shelves, trace the complex global supply chain and high-tech manufacturing journey of the everyday ballpoint pen.
Beyond Meat Rebrands to Beyond The Plant Protein Co.
Beyond Meat rebrands as Beyond The Plant Protein Co., pivoting toward broader plant-based categories like beverages and snacks to address shifting consumer demands and flagging meat-alternative sales.
American Dream Mall Redefines Experiential Retail with Spring Activations
American Dream mall in East Rutherford launches "Spring’s a Thing," integrating immersive entertainment and omnichannel retail strategies to drive consumer engagement and physical-to-digital brand connectivity in 2026.
UK Grocery Inflation Climbs to 4.3 Percent Amid Supply Pressures
British grocery price inflation rose to 4.3% in early 2026, outpacing general inflation and presenting a stark contrast to stabilizing food price trends in the United States.
Strategies for Successful Negotiation in the 2026 Omnichannel Era
The omnichannel retail landscape continues to evolve, demanding new negotiation strategies between brands and retailers. This article explores how value creation and consumer experience shape successful omnichannel negotiations today.
Reducing Food Waste Through Smart Displays and Dynamic Discounting
Retailers are implementing AI-driven dynamic pricing and intelligent display technology to mitigate food waste while protecting profit margins in the grocery sector.
Impact of Uniform Pricing Adoption in Omnichannel Retail Sales and Consumer Behavior
Switching from channel-specific to uniform pricing in omnichannel retail can initially reduce sales but ultimately drives long-term gains. This dynamic varies across channels and consumer segments, offering critical insights for retailers aiming to unify pricing strategies.
Digital Shelves: Navigating the Evolution of the Modern Retail Planogram
Retailers are shifting from physical shelf layouts to algorithm-driven digital planograms to capture consumer attention in an increasingly complex omnichannel shopping environment.
Building Loyalty Through Community Engagement and Buy Local
Independent retailers can boost loyalty and economic impact by engaging in the ‘Buy Local’ movement and strengthening community ties. This article explores practical steps to harness local partnerships, events, and social media to build lasting relationships.
Top Retail Customer Engagement Strategies for 2026 Success
Retail customer engagement is evolving rapidly, mixing digital innovation with personalized experiences to meet soaring consumer expectations in 2026. Learn key strategies retailers use to foster loyalty and boost sales.
Escape Plan's $25M Leap to Dominate Travel Retail Market
Escape Plan’s recent $25 million Series A funding marks a significant step toward reshaping travel retail through omni-channel innovation and strategic market expansion.