Retail Daily Minute

By Omni Talk Retail

Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton bring you the day's top retail headlines. And, by that, we mean only the top headlines that two former retail executives think are worth your time.... more

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September 26, 2024DoorDash’s Digital Product Expansion, Fytted’s Virtual Fitting Room, & Stitch Fix’s Strategic Transformation Check-In
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
In today's Retail Daily Minute:
- DoorDash introduces a comprehensive suite of digital solutions designed to empower retailers with enhanced business operations, from delivery integrations to AI-powered ordering systems, emphasizing its commitment to supporting local merchants and increasing profitability.
- Fytted’s innovative AI-powered virtual fitting room tool, now available on mobile, helps retailers reduce return rates by over 40%.
- Stitch Fix navigates a critical phase of restructuring under new CEO Matt Baer, aiming for a return to growth within the next two years. With cost-cutting measures and an enhanced customer experience strategy, the company hopes to regain momentum amidst ongoing market challenges.
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September 25, 2024Port Strike Bananageddon, Costco’s Unique Retail-Residential Project, and Rent the Runway’s MOA Winter Pop-Up
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
In today's Retail Daily Minute:
- A potential strike by 45,000 dockworkers could severely disrupt U.S. supply chains, with industries bracing for major delays and economic losses.
- South Los Angeles is breaking ground on the first-ever Costco with apartment living above it.
- Rent the Runway is back with a pop-up sample sale at Mall of America, offering deep discounts on designer items just in time for the colder seasons, attracting fashion enthusiasts to update their wardrobes ahead of the holidays.
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6min
September 24, 2024Amazon’s AI Video Ads, Walmart’s Early Thanksgiving Deals, and Olive Garden’s New Uber Direct Partnership
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
In today’s Retail Daily Minute:
- Amazon debuts a new AI-driven tool that transforms product images into video ads, making it easier for small and mid-sized retailers to create engaging marketing materials quickly and effectively.
- Walmart is starting its holiday season promotions earlier than last year, offering a full Thanksgiving meal for less than $7 per person, highlighting its focus on affordability during a time of economic uncertainty.
- Darden Restaurants partners with Uber Direct to pilot a new delivery service for Olive Garden, aiming to improve customer experience and enhance delivery options across its U.S. locations.
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September 23, 2024Walmart’s Real-Time Payments, Amazon’s ‘Grade and Resell,’ and Nike’s Leadership Shift
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
In today’s Retail Daily Minute, Amazon and Walmart make headlines across the board:
- Walmart Partners with Fiserv for Real-Time Payments: Walmart introduces a real-time payment option for online shoppers, aiming to reduce reliance on credit cards and offer a faster, more efficient payment process.
- Amazon Launches ‘Grade and Resell’ Program: Amazon’s new initiative allows sellers to efficiently handle returns by grading and reselling items, providing customers with discounted pre-owned options while reducing waste.
- Nike Appoints Elliott Hill as CEO: Nike reshuffles leadership with Elliott Hill returning as CEO, focusing on balancing direct-to-consumer strategies with wholesale partnerships to stabilize growth and reclaim market leadership.
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5min
September 20, 2024Amazon and Walmart Dominate Today's Headlines with Innovation in Retail & Entertainment
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
In today’s Retail Daily Minute, Amazon and Walmart make headlines across the board:
- Sam’s Club Supply Chain Merges with Walmart: Walmart and Sam’s Club are uniting their corporate supply chain teams, aiming to boost efficiency, growth, and technology integration without job cuts.
- Amazon’s New Show “Buy It Now”: Amazon is launching a new competition show where entrepreneurs can pitch products, win $20,000, and have their items featured in Amazon stores—bringing entertainment and e-commerce closer than ever.
- Walmart’s “Shop with Friends” Feature: Walmart debuts a new online shopping tool, allowing users to share virtual fitting rooms with friends for positive feedback, simulating a social shopping experience from home.
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5min
September 19, 2024ShopRite Expands Robot Use, Whole Foods Launches Small-Format Store, and Amazon Integrates Buy With Prime To TikTok
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
Here are today's top headlines:
- ShopRite is rolling out Simbe Robotics’ “Tally” robots across 70 stores to enhance inventory management, following successful pilot programs in 2022.
- Whole Foods Market introduces its new small-format store, “Daily Shop,” in New York City, catering to quick, convenient shopping with plans for further expansion across Manhattan.
- Amazon is now allowing Prime sellers to leverage TikTok ads with “Buy with Prime” functionality, enhancing the shopping experience by integrating real-time delivery estimates and seamless transactions.
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5min
September 18, 2024Apple’s AI Push Breeds Security Concerns, Amazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate, and NRF’s European Expansion
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
Here are today's top headlines:
- Apple's new “Apple Intelligence” in its latest iPhone models, featuring enhanced AI capabilities designed for business, is prompting security questions amid company CIOs.
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces a five-day return-to-office policy for corporate employees starting January 2025. Discover how this shift is part of Amazon’s strategy to reduce bureaucracy, foster dynamic collaboration, and strengthen company culture.
- The National Retail Federation has partnered with Comexposium to launch NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show Europe in Paris.
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5min
September 17, 2024Chipotle Tests Kitchen Robots, Online Grocery Sales Surge, Uniqlo Expands Globally
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
Here are today's top headlines:
- Chipotle’s Tech Innovations: Chipotle Mexican Grill is piloting two robotic systems, Autocado and the Augmented Makeline, in select California locations to enhance kitchen prep efficiency and streamline digital order fulfillment.
- Growth in Online Grocery Sales: Online grocery shopping continues to boom, reaching $9.9 billion in August.
- Uniqlo’s Global Expansion Strategy: Uniqlo is ramping up its global footprint with over 20 new flagship stores across Asia, Europe, and North America, including first-time launches in Houston, Dallas, Poland, and Rotterdam.
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5min
September 16, 2024Roblox Expands E-Commerce with Shopify, Biden Targets Shein’s Tariff Loophole, and Northeast Grocery Tests Inventory Robots
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs, Ownit AI, and Mirakl.
Here are today's top headlines:
- Roblox is partnering with Shopify to introduce direct sales of physical products within its gaming platform, marking a significant step into the e-commerce space.
- The Biden administration is targeting a loophole that allows companies such as Shein and Temu to bypass tariffs by using the ‘de minimis’ provision, which exempts packages valued under $800 from import duties.
- Northeast Grocery Inc. is piloting Simbe Robotics’ Tally robots in ten Price Chopper/Market 32 and Tops Friendly Markets stores across New York.
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5min
September 13, 2024Amazon Integrates Ads into Rufus Chatbot, Starbucks Refocuses on Core Values, and Coca-Cola Advocates for the Open Web in Advertising
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl.
Here are today's top headlines:
- Amazon is rolling out sponsored ads in its newly launched shopping-oriented chatbot, Rufus, enhancing the user experience with contextually relevant ads based on user interactions and searches.
- Brian Niccol, Starbucks’ new CEO, has outlined his vision for the company in an open letter, emphasizing a return to the foundational values that defined the brand—high-quality coffee and a strong community presence.
- Coca-Cola is taking a stand for the open web in advertising by emphasizing high-quality ad placements with rigorous controls.
Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
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FAQs about Retail Daily Minute:

How many episodes does Retail Daily Minute have?

The podcast currently has 209 episodes available.