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Feb. 26, 2024

Robots Smart Investment Or Too Soon?

John Clear, Sr Director at Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group, shares his thoughts on investing in robots and whether robots are a leap towards efficiency or a jump too soon? Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62zzJsi-uVQ&t=7s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement#Schnucks #StoreTour #GroceryAdventure…

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Feb. 26, 2024

Single Line Queuing Expediting Exits Or Long Line Lethargy?

John Clear, Sr Director at Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group, dives into the debate: Single line queuing, a faster exit strategy or just a test of patience? What's been your experience? #QueueInsights Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62zzJsi-uVQ&t=7s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement#Schnucks…

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Feb. 26, 2024

Smart Carts Now, Next, Or Future?

John Clear, Sr Director at Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group, explains how Smart Carts revolutionize shopping today, tomorrow, and beyond. Seamless, efficient, futuristic. #SmartCarts #FutureOfShopping #TechInRetail Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62zzJsi-uVQ&t=7s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement#Schnucks #StoreTour #GroceryAdventure #VirtualShopping Chris Walton Anne…

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Feb. 26, 2024

Digital Attribution Made Simple: Connecting Banking and Retail Through Payments Media

In this episode of our Retail Technology Spotlight Series, we speak with Tom Burgess, president of SnippMedia, about how new digital media channels can power attribution by connecting banking apps and retail purchases. We discuss how payments media allows banks to offer targeted deals and cash back to incentivize their…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Starbucks Extends Its Loyalty Reach, Target Debuts A New Brand & Walmart Buys A TV Maker

In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, A&M’s Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding joined Chris and Anne to discuss: - Why in the world Walmart would acquire Vizio (Source: CNBC) - Whether Target’s new…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | How Should Retailers Approach Electrification?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding discussed: How Retailers Should Approach Electrification…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | A 50% SKU Reduction At Hasbro Is Quite Drastic – What’s The Rationale?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding discussed: A 50% SKU Reduction Is…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Are Bank Loyalty Programs An Untapped Gold Mine For Retail Media Networks?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding discussed: If Bank Loyalty Programs An…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Is There Anything Noteworthy About Target's Dealworthy?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding discussed: If There's Anything Noteworthy About…

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Feb. 22, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Why Would Walmart Acquire Vizio?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Joanna Rangarajan and Cassie Ryding discussed: Why Walmart Would Acquire Vizio?…

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Feb. 21, 2024

New Sessions On The Shoptalk Agenda

Joe Laszlo, VP Content ShopTalk, talks about the new sessions on the Shoptalk agenda for this year with Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement

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Feb. 21, 2024

How Shoptalk Will Differentiate Its AI Discussion At The Show

Join #ShopTalk for a unique AI discussion in retail! Discover innovative applications and insights that set the stage for future industry trends. #AIInnovation Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 21, 2024

AI Sessions On The Shoptalk Agenda

Joe Laszlo, VP Content ShopTalk, gives a sneak peek into #ShopTalk's AI sessions: Discover how AI is revolutionizing retail, from customer experience to operational efficiency. Don't miss out! #AIFuture" Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #ai Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 21, 2024

Shoptalk's Anticipated Sessions

Krystina Gustafson, SVP Content ShopTalk, dives into the future of retail, discussing transformative AI applications and e-commerce trends. Don't miss her visionary insights! #RetailTech Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 21, 2024

Ask An Expert | Bigger & Smaller? How The Need For Speed Is Impacting Retail Supply Chains

Dematic’s Market Development Director Kim Baudry is back once again to help Chris and Anne kick off 2024 as part of their ongoing live Ask An Expert Interview Series on LinkedIn. Chris and Anne go in depth with Kim as she discusses the big trends that are shaping retailers’ and…

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Feb. 21, 2024

Shoptalk Retail Media Sessions Not To Be Missed

Joe Laszlo, VP Content ShopTalk, highlights must-see #ShopTalk Retail Media Sessions: Uncover game-changing strategies and insights in advertising and customer engagement. Essential for industry leaders! #RetailMedia Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 21, 2024

Employee Tools And Training On The Main Stage At Shoptalk

Krystina Gustafson, SVP Content ShopTalk, unveils the future of work at #ShopTalk. Expect to see employee tools and training on the main stage, showcasing how to empower retail teams for success. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #RetailInnovation Chris Walton…

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Feb. 21, 2024

How Shoptalk Defines Unified Commerce

Joe Laszlo, VP Content ShopTalk, explains how #ShopTalk defines Unified Commerce:iIntegrating online and offline experiences for seamless customer journeys. A must-watch for retail innovators! #UnifiedCommerce Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijdn_U51204 #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 19, 2024

A Candid & Frank Shoptalk 2024 Preview With Krystina Gustafson And Joe Laszlo

Shoptalk's Krystina Gustafson and Joe Laszlo joined Anne and Chris to field pointed questions about this year's Shoptalk 2024 agenda. In this podcast, Chris and Anne put Krystina and Joe on the spot about: - How they plan to cover and present the topic of AI - How important omnichannel…

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Feb. 15, 2024

Receipt Gates At Safeway, Paid Memberships At Target & Why 2025 Is The Year Of The Robot

This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast analyzes the latest trends shaping the industry. We discuss the rumors of Target's new paid membership program, IKEA's new personalized home design AI assistant, Safeway installing receipt scanning gates to prevent self-checkout theft, Tanger Outlets adding more beauty stores, Spartan Nash expanding shelf…

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Feb. 15, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | What Is The Outlook For Robots In Grocery Stores?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: What The Outlook Is For Robots In Grocery Stores For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/fVXIRk9VGqg

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Feb. 15, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Why Is Tanger Outlet Looking More And More Beautiful Everyday?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Why Tanger Outlet Is Looking More And More Beautiful Everyday For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/fVXIRk9VGqg

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Feb. 15, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Stop, In The Name Of Love (And Show Us Your Receipt)

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Safeway's receipt check at checkout For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/fVXIRk9VGqg

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Feb. 15, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Does Gen AI Search Make More Sense For Home Furnishings?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Gen AI Search Makes More Sense For Home Furnishings Than Other Categories? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/fVXIRk9VGqg

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