Nike’s Olympics ad, “Winning Isn’t for Everyone,” has proved divisive, with fans praising the message around grit and determination and critics calling out its ruthlessness and disrespect of sportsmanship. Will the ad’s message help win back fans for the brand?
Retailers faced with rising rates of shoplifting are being forced to take action. Are there any retailers who are handling it correctly?
Ace Hardware is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024 with an expansion and a new store concept. Will the integration of experiential elements become a new standard for retailers looking to differentiate themselves?
In another attempt to crack down on membership sharing and nonmember walk-ins, Costco will soon require shoppers to scan their membership cards before entering. Will this improve the checkout process?
Wayfair has opened its first physical store at Edens Plaza in Wilmette, Illinois. What strategic adjustments are essential for Wayfair to stay competitive and profitable in the evolving home furnishings sector?
A university study concludes that the common grocer offering of BOPIS (buy online, pick up in-store) for free is a money loser given the significant labor requirements. Do you agree that it won’t scale without fees or charging higher online prices versus those in-store?
Instacart has been making significant moves in the grocery delivery market. But will they pay off?
As the presidential election draws closer, brands are deciding whether or not to stay apolitical. Has it become riskier for corporations to take political stands?
After taking a nosedive in the eyes of thousands of customers who were left stranded at airports due to a tech outage, Delta is threatening litigation against CrowdStrike and Microsoft. How should recent events influence the airline’s strategy in handling future tech disruptions?
Google has been declared a monopolist, but how will the company be affected?
