Aaron McLean

Big retailers aren't the only ones with an inherent advantage in today's grocery market. As Randy Crimmins highlights in his recent column for Retail Today, local grocers can leverage their deep community connections in ways big retailers can't. Traditionally, this has meant: 🌟 High-Touch Customer Service: Making customers feel valued and appreciated. 🌱 Locally Sourced Products: Supporting the local economy with high-quality offerings. 📍 Convenient Store Locations: Highlighting the proximity of nearby stores for easy pickup or in-store shopping. 🤝 Genuine Community Connection: Understanding and meeting specific local needs. To truly make the most of these advantages, though, local grocers need to adapt their personal service model to the digital experience. How? By using technology to analyze customer data, grocers can create tailored loyalty programs that enhance customer engagement. Solutions like Mercatus's AisleOne provide comprehensive customer engagement tools to modernize the personal experience that local grocers have traditionally used to build loyalty — and create a level of engagement that can't be matched by Mass Merchants. To learn more about combining tradition with tech to drive repeat business, read Randy's full article here: https://mct.media/3xfyyrV

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Big thanks to Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga from Omni Talk Retail for having our CEO, Chris Stoyles, on the "no holds barred" podcast! They discussed the future of retail pricing and how to leverage data for powerful promotions. This episode is packed with valuable insights for retail leaders! Listen now and learn how to unify your data, streamline operations, and win in today's market. #RetailTechnology #ESLs #PriceOptimization #RetailMarketing #Podcast #RetailTech #RetailInnovation

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Ready to use self-checkout in your c-store? Experts weigh in on successful strategies to implement self-checkout stations, things to consider, and ways to optimize convenience. Learn more from this article from C-Store Dive. #quantumSERVICES #cstore #customerexperience https://lnkd.in/ehwXBX7g

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In an economy marked by high grocery prices, UNFI's tailored inventory management solutions can help independent grocers meet their customers' needs. Navigate today's challenges with confidence as we reveal insights into balancing customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and sustainable retail practices in our latest blog.

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Retailers are asking new questions they haven’t asked before. What wasn’t possible is now in the realm of possibility. Which begs the question, where will your shopper be in just a few years, and how can you meet them there? Get the answer from our partner, Constructor in this guest blog post here: https://lnkd.in/gAnrPqAn. #productexperience #search #ai #genai #discovery #productinformation #retail

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Want to mentor a startup? Join Chris Houghtaling, CEO of RaiseLink, as we discuss streamlining the investment process and building fundraising readiness. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dHACv5ye #investor #investment #accelerator #incubator #mentor #angel #vc #startup #founder #fundraising #crm #sales #consulting #communication #cybersecurity #soc2 #compliance #security #podcast

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Please make a note of the following: Inventory shrinkage is a $94.5 billion challenge! 💸 So how do you tackle it? For most retailers it's a very labor-intensive problem to solve. Many retailers spend a significant amount on manual audits and adjustments, which are effectively out-of-date as soon as they happen. But there are better ways to identify and reduce shrink. In our latest blog we explore the drivers of shrink – from theft to markdown errors – and the potential for continuous-detection systems to mitigate shrinkage. Read more in our latest blog on AI and machine learning, which can be a shrink game-changer: https://hubs.ly/Q02BTgsR0 #RetailShrink #AccuracyDetection #InventoryControl #InventoryManagement #AIinRetail

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Not all of your store innovation ideas will---or should---make it to the pilot stage. Each concept should meet certain criteria before you push for piloting. Be sure to check out our in-depth blog post: https://ow.ly/G5kb50RxhIL. We dive deep on four important questions that can help you select innovations that are truly pilot-ready.

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RFID is "the technology that keeps on giving to retailers... and associates and consumers," according to Coresight Research's Managing Director of Technology Research John Harmon, CFA. His latest #RetailTech report considers the multiple use-cases and benefits of RFID in #retail: 1. RFID-driven #inventory accuracy opens the door to a slew of other benefits for retailers—from pricing to #lossprevention to reducing food waste. 2. #RFID can improve the associate experience—from inventory checking to streamlined checkout. 3. RFID enables the services that make customers happy—such as #BOPIS and self-checkout. https://lnkd.in/eEt4W7SD

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For over 50 years, DSD has fueled grocery sales and profits. But with challenges like stockouts and labor shortages, it's time for a game-changer. Enter Total DSD Management! 🌟 We're streamlining operations, boosting efficiency, and fostering trust between retailers and vendors. Check out our infographic below to discover why mastering DSD receiving is crucial for a thriving grocery business! 💼📈 #GroceryRetail #DSD #Efficiency #RetailInnovation #RetailTech #StoreOperations #InventoryManagement #VendorPartnerships #grocery #groceryindustry

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Did you know that while there are numerous Walmart deductions that can be issued, most suppliers will only see a few recurring ones? If you want to learn more about these common deduction codes and how to navigate them, check out this informative article: https://hubs.ly/Q02x8wk60 #WalmartSuppliers #WalmartAccounting #WalmartDeductions

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NEW! 👉 Deleting Product Ratings And Reviews: An Easy 3-Step Guide Managing product ratings and reviews is an important yet often overlooked aspect of running a multi-vendor marketplace. This is especially true when changes to your... https://lnkd.in/g4p7_Ynr

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Numerator’s latest article, “Increase Shelf Space: Winning Product Line Review Strategies,” explores how brands can leverage panel data to craft compelling narratives to secure shelf space and drive long-term growth. The article analyzes how Delta Faucet Company can justify or increase their shelf allocation in Lowe’s within the Bathroom Faucets category since there is an $8.1M opportunity to capture spend among those who choose to buy the product elsewhere instead. Read the article: https://bit.ly/4e4uPhg #Numerator #shelfspace #productlinereview #consumerinsights #paneldata

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We continue to see plenty of evidence that the current generation of self-checkout systems is insufficient to mitigate criminal activity, and in fact, the recent pullback on self checkout suggests that it provides greater opportunities than traditional checkout. Yet, as retailers seek to balance #shrink and theft against customer experience and staffing challenges, the answer isn't as simple as pulling back on self checkout, but rather thinking about what that next generation of self checkout might look like. We recently wrote a blog post on this very topic if you'd like to read more: https://lnkd.in/eTeH7EQ5 #computervision #ai #retailtech #retailai #selfcheckout

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Is your retail operation ready for #AI? The way consumers shop for furniture is changing. They expect immediate, #personalized interactions and answers to their questions, impacting everything from delivery timelines to product recommendations. Jeff Giagnocavo from Gardner's Mattress & More, speaking at Furniture Today's recent Bedding Conference, highlighted how AI is becoming "the answer engine" that customers are increasingly relying on. He detailed how #retailers are using AI-powered tools to automate tasks like delivery route optimization, customer service, ad optimization, and more. This is helping them to ensure more consistent and accurate interactions, and drive better customer experiences. Jeff went on to warn that retailers not leveraging AI risk being left behind. Read more about the use of AI in retail in this article published by Furniture Today> https://hubs.la/Q02B3VMk0 #AIinRetail #RetailInnovation #RetailTech #CustomerEngagement

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Ziff Davis Shopping reveals that 60% of consumers are ready for gamified deals! Merchants should consider tapping into in-app challenges to drive engagement and savings. #RetailMeNot #ZiffDavisShopping #2024Predictions 💰🎮 Read the full report for more insights: https://lnkd.in/du97jrJg

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