Loyalty Programs

Back to School: Tips, Trends, and Predictions
Expect students to be wearing new clothes and sporting the latest technology this fall as back-to-school shopping totals could reach over $110 billion despite inflation, according to industry projections. Learn more.
Not Just Data: Why General Mills Launched Its First Consumer Loyalty Program
In launching its first consumer loyalty program, General Mills will not only build up its first-party data library, but the company also sees a path for it to mutually benefit its storied Box Tops for Education program.

Marketing
3 Ways Market Intelligence Helps Retailers Strike a Balance Between Discounts and Promotions
With market intelligence, retailers can follow the global marketplace to develop promotion and assortment strategies that stand out by sending the right message, setting the right price, and getting ahead of trends. Learn more.
Loyalty Programs
Kroger Revamps Loyalty Program Following Successful Expansion Pilot
Over the last several months, Kroger piloted Boost in four divisions, which resulted in new members and an increase in delivery sales compared to non-Boost divisions. Now it's here to stay. Learn more.
Loyalty Programs
CVS Says ‘Thank You’ With ExtraCare Extra Thanks Event
The Extra Thanks Event is running through July 23. Learn more.
Customer Engagement
Amazon Prime Day 2022 Is Here, but Will Loyalty and Economic Woes Impact the Shopping Holiday?
Amazon Prime Day is back, along with competing retailer sales. But with inflation and economic concerns, what will the shopping event look like across the retail industry? RIS taps the experts to share how loyalty will impact shopping this summer.
Loyalty Programs
Walmart Strengthens Loyalty Offerings With InHome Delivery Add-On
Walmart’s membership program has been steadily growing its offerings, and the company has now expanded it to include InHome Delivery service as an add-on. Learn more.
Customer Engagement
Building Shopper Loyalty in the Customer-Centric Age
Discover how your retail peers are building meaningful shopper loyalty and the technology they depend on to turn casual shoppers into long-term fans of the brand.
Customer Engagement
Bed Bath & Beyond Investing in Loyalty and Merchandising Efforts
The company recently launched a new rewards program across its flagship brand as well as buybuy BABY and Harmon. Additionally, the company is making several leadership changes. Learn more.
Analytics Unite: The Summit for Retail and Consumer Brands
Yesway, Yum! Brands, Shoe Carnival: A Data-Focused Strategy for Creating Brand-Obsessed Consumers
P&G, Yesway, Yum! Brands, and Shoe Carnival joined the loyalty conversation at this year’s Analytics Unite event in Chicago.
Tech Transformation Videos
Tech Transformation Video: Kellogg’s Charisse Hughes & Lesley Salmon On Preparing For the Consumer of Tomorrow
We chat with The Kellogg Company's Charisse Hughes and Lesley Salmon about some of today’s consumer behavior changes and how they’re using data and technology to prepare for the consumer of tomorrow.
Loyalty Programs
David’s Bridal Doubles Down on Data: Driving Loyalty for a Love-Themed Brand
EVP, chief marketing and IT officer of David’s Bridal Kelly Cook tells RIS how the company shifted gears during a pandemic to strengthen loyalty even as weddings were shuttered. Learn more.
Tech Transformation Podcasts
Tech Transformation Podcast: Ulta Beauty’s Kelly Mahoney On Mobile-First Omnichannel Personalization
Learn how Ulta Beauty is standing out in a sea of loyalty programs, and how its mobile experiences and technology are supporting consumer experiences and in-store associates.
Tech Transformation Videos
Tech Transformation Video: Inside Ulta Beauty’s Mobile-First Omnichannel Personalization Strategy
Learn how Ulta Beauty is leveraging consumer data in order to stand out in a sea of loyalty programs.

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