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High Prices are Finally Wearing Down Pet Parents

In consumer goods, the pet category can often be impervious to macroeconomic events that cause consumers to tighten their wallets. This sentiment proved true during the pandemic when, despite economic…

Executive Viewpoints October 3

Luggage Brand Béis Rolls Out Resale Offering

Seeking to score in the fast-growing resale market, luggage brand Béis has launched Second Béis using the Trove platform. The ecommerce experience from Trove, which acquired the full-service resale platform…

News October 2
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UPDATE: Judge Partially Dismisses FTC Suit Claiming Amazon Illegally Maintains Monopoly Power

[Update as of Oct. 2, 2024] Amazon has won a partial dismissal of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s lawsuit claiming it maintains illegal monopolies, multiple sources report, although which parts…

News October 2
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Pinterest Promises New Era of Advertising Performance (without Losing the Positivity)

At its annual advertiser summit this week, Pinterest presented a pin-worthy pitch to marketers — that the platform has grown its audience and improved advertising performance without sacrificing its feel-good…

News October 2

New Simon Campaign Touts Malls’ Multi-Generational Appeal

Mall operator Simon has unveiled its Meet Me @themall campaign, blending ’80s and ’90s nostalgia to capture Gen Z’s enthusiasm for in-person shopping and all things retro. The campaign is…

News October 2

Save A Lot Deploys Automated Food Traceability Network

Save A Lot has rolled out the ReposiTrak Traceability Network (RTN) to provide automated traceability and compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act Section 204 (FSMA 204). The law, designed…

News October 2

Gas Stations Evolve: AI and EVs Drive Transformation into Mini-Grocery Stores

Gas stations and convenience stores, once the cornerstone of road trips, are undergoing a significant transformation due to the increasing prevalence of electric vehicles (EVs). Traditionally, these establishments were quick…

Executive Viewpoints October 2

Transforming Retail Experiences Through Digital Signage

Signage is everywhere. Every interaction between a consumer and a brand is part of the overall retail experience. This could be a billboard or advertisement on the street, the look…

Executive Viewpoints October 2

Eatertainment Venues Must ‘Earn’ Customers’ Time with Community and Camaraderie

Eatertainment — a somewhat ungainly word describing everything from a bowling alley with a humble snack bar to immersive food-and-high-tech environments — succeeds best when it provides an escape from…

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