- Save Mart Embraces Retail Media, Smart Carts with Expanded Instacart Partnership
The Save Mart Companies is building on its partnership with Instacart by implementing several in-store solutions in nearly all 200 Save Mart, FoodMaxx and Lucky locations. The California-based grocer will roll out Caper Carts, Instacart’s AI-powered smart carts, and FoodStorm, an order management system designed to power the retailer’s food …
- New Ulta Beauty Initiatives Promote Well-Being for Women and Teens
The Ulta Beauty Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) affiliated with the beauty retailer, is committing more than $3 million this year to nonprofit partners focused on the mental health and well-being of women and teens. The foundation’s mission is to reaffirm Ulta Beauty’s stance that beauty and wellness are intrinsically linked …
- Tesco Leverages AI to Gamify Loyalty Program Challenges
UK supermarket giant Tesco will use AI to provide personalized purchasing challenges to as many as three million members of its Clubcard loyalty program, offering them a chance to earn a maximum of £50 (approximately $62 USD) in Clubcard points. Beginning May 20, 2024 and lasting six weeks, participating members …
- Generative AI vs. Machine Learning
Comparing and contrasting Generative AI and Machine Learning The hottest topic at Shoptalk in Las Vegas a few weeks ago was generative AI. 44% of attendees surveyed wanted to see generative AI case studies and to learn more about its potential in helping drive business performance. An interesting follow-up question …
- New Disney Collab Puts Bubble Skincare’s Mental Health Mission Front and Center
Bubble Skincare has launched a new collaborative collection with Disney and Pixar to celebrate the release of Inside Out 2, which opens exclusively in theaters on June 14. The collection, which includes cleansers, moisturizers, serums and three-step routine bundles, is available on the brand’s ecommerce site and will roll out …