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From Mad Men to machines? Big advertisers shift to AI

Inside Retail

Some of the world’s biggest advertisers, from food giant Nestle to consumer goods multinational Unilever, are experimenting with using generative AI software like ChatGPT and DALL-E to cut costs and increase productivity, executives say. “The savings can be 10 or 20 times,” Read said in an interview.

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Declining returns push brands to diversify advertising channels

Inside Retail

Privacy and data regulations – such as Apple’s App Tracking Transparency Framework – have severely limited the data that brands and advertisers can collect on users of these channels. Brands seeking to break away from the Google-Meta duopoly in the digital advertising market need to be agile and adaptable to match today’s digital landscape.

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Mmm, it’s the sweet smell of advertising success

Inside Retail

Am I the only one who’s suddenly doing a lot more shopping at 8pm? I’m seeing greater quantities of online advertising and – especially if they’re good ads – feel motivated to purchase. . I’m seeing greater quantities of online advertising and – especially if they’re good ads – feel motivated to purchase. .

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How consumers’ forensic focus on prices is driving cross-shopping

Inside Retail

This includes cross-shopping, where consumers actively purchase their groceries from multiple stores. It’s not a new phenomenon for retailers but Coles and Woolworths are witnessing an uptick as grocery shopping becomes less habitual with consumers researching products extensively before heading to their local store.

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New social media apps solve low conversion rates on performance marketing

Inside Retail

It’s no secret performance marketing on social media platforms isn’t what it used to be but it’s where consumers reside. Meet the new players Meta’s Facebook and Instagram, alongside TikTok, have had a chokehold on performance marketing, but there is a new cohort of social media apps ready to offer a new platform for brands to leverage.

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The Cheesecake Shop reveals fresh new look

Inside Retail

The Cheesecake Shop has undergone a rebrand, unveiling today its fresh new logo and store design. Scott Bush, CEO of The Cheesecake Shop, said “We are so proud to launch The Cheesecake Shop’s new brand identity and we know our customers will love the evolution and the fresh look and feel. “We

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The Strongest Retail Marketing Strategies That Appeal to Students

Retail Focus

Capturing the attention of the student demographic is both a significant opportunity and a challenge for marketers in today’s retail landscape. Understanding how to effectively appeal to this group requires a blend of traditional marketing wisdom and innovative strategies that resonate with the digital-native generation.

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