Sustainable initiatives will result in doing well by doing good
by Dave Wendland, vice president strategic relations, for Mass Market Retailers Sustainability is generally defined as the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources to maintain an ecological balance. The three principles forming its foundation are profit, people and the planet. In today’s market, a superior product is no longer enough to win a consumer’s […]
Analysis Angles
by Lisa Lopez, digital assets manager, for Chain Drug Review While businesses don’t often use the term “big data” anymore, the concept has not disappeared. The analysis of large amounts of data to mine a variety of insights and actions still provides the strongest guideposts when building a strategic direction. Many companies still struggle with […]
Making sun protection part of a daily routine
by Megan Moyer, corporate marketing manager, as appeared in Inside Beauty for Drug Store News According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, “protecting your skin from the sun can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer, sunburn, and premature skin aging like age spots, sagging, and wrinkles. If you’ve had skin cancer, sun protection can […]
The beauty segment is on the rise
by Megan Moyer, corporate marketing manager, as appeared in Inside Beauty for Drug Store News There’s good news when it comes to the beauty category — sales are trending up. According to Accelerated Analytics — a company focused on helping brands improve their sales and inventory management by collecting, harmonizing, and then reporting on retail point […]
How To Shift To A “Test And Fail” Mentality
By Dave Wendland, for Forbes Agency Council, as appeared on Forbes.com Imagine yourself at the top of a black diamond ski hill with the tips of your skis hovering precariously over the edge. You have two choices: You can doubt yourself and your abilities and remain frozen in place, or you can trust yourself and lean forward. […]
HRG Updates and Rebrands its Merchandising and Pricing Program to IN.store Category Management Tools
Waukesha, Wisconsin — August 16, 2023 — HRG has updated and rebranded its merchandising and pricing program, from TEMPS™ Category Manager to IN.store™ Category Management Tools. After a thorough review that included gathering feedback from retailers, merchandisers, and wholesalers, HRG defined enhancements to improve usability and ultimately provide an exceptional shopping experience for consumers while maximizing […]
HRG’s Category Research & Analysis Team Looks Back at HBW New Item Category Trends
Waukesha, Wisconsin — August 2, 2023 — HRG recently looked back at the new health, beauty, and wellness (HBW) items they chose as part of their annual selection of the Future 50 products for Drug Store News to dig into category trends. After reviewing the HBW products they projected to succeed in the market from […]
The Future 50 — A Look Back: Overall Drug Market Performance Through the Lens of Top Performing Categories
The Future 50 — A Look Back: Overall Drug Market Performance
When passion fuels product development
by Megan Moyer, corporate marketing manager, as appeared in Inside Beauty for Drug Store News Standing out in the beauty category is no easy feat, but the Meraki brand has a clear differentiator: the hair care line is infused with crystals to provide additional benefits to what are already non-toxic and cruelty-free products. Thanks to the background of […]