Retail Radar: Tesco, Brands Collaborate on Cause
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Tesco, Brands Back Cause
The U.K. retailer is working with several manufacturers, including Unilever, Kimberly-Clark, Edgewell, Haleon and Essity, to help combat hygiene poverty. Qualifying purchases result in product donations to those in need.
Sobeys Feeds the Dream
The Canadian supermarket chain is launching a campaign in support of Team Canada's Olympic and Paralympic teams. Film spots, media partnerships, touring food trucks and contests — including one involving brands such as Coca-Cola, General Mills, Mondelez International and Kraft Heinz — support the teams and give customers a chance to win prizes when buying qualifying products.
Best Buy's New App
The retailer is debuting a revamped mobile application, powered by AI and designed to offer customers a more personalized experience.
Aldi Stays Focused on Growth
The retailer held its first online supplier summit, and takeaways include that it's more receptive to long-term partnerships to ensure product availability and consistency. It's also bolstering its centralized ordering infrastructure.
Instacart Ups Options
Instacart is teaming with Uber Technologies, making Uber Eats restaurant delivery available to Instacart customers, with added perks for Instacart+ members.