Thought Leadership

Four Considerations When Choosing a Reverse Logistics Provider

Managing your own product returns and reverse supply chain can be costly and labor intensive. This effort draws focus and resources away from the forward supply chain and the all-important function of getting products to your customers.

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2020 Consumer Drug Take-Back Virtual Press Event Recap and Video

The diversion and misuse of prescription medications poses a serious threat to public health in California and the nation. Now, authorities in some states are reporting rises in overdoses during the COVID-19 crisis, potentially from the resulting stress and isolation. It is more important than ever that consumers have a safe and convenient means to dispose of unwanted medications. 

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Candy Corn, Costumes, and COVID: A Chilling Halloween Combination

Although the summer of 2020 may have felt like the longest episode of the Twilight Zone yet, a spooky holiday is creeping up on us like a black cat in a graveyard. Indeed, fall foliage and pumpkin spice will remain a staple this Halloween season; however, social distancing and mask-wearing protocol may make Halloween a little extra eerie. 

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Retail Media Networks Are More Than Just “Hype”

Retail Media Networks are programs established by retailers and designed to “aggregate consumer traffic on digital commerce sites and apps and sell ad space to brands seeking favorable positioning near shoppers’ intended destinations.”

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INSIGHTS INTO RX INDUSTRY ACTIVITY: 8/6/2020

Recent analysis of industry activity performed using our new PrescriptiveIQ for Healthcare solution revealed several significant trends driven by, and developing out of, the COVID-19 pandemic.  

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COVID-19 Hasn't Slowed Down Influencer Marketing

Previous Forrester research predicted a 10% - 20% decrease in influencer spending in 2020 as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This was backed up by industry news about ‘The Death of Influencer Marketing’.

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Three Great Ways to Ruin a Rebate -- and Miss the Opportunity for Activation

Rebates have been in the promotion playbook for years for the simple reason that they work. Delivering benefits to both retailers and brands, they help drive traffic (in store and online), inspire product trial, attract lapsed buyers and engender brand loyalty. And now, with multiple, consumer-friendly submission options and faster reward fulfillment available, rebates represent an even more powerful and cost-efficient marketing tool.

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Potions and Pumpkins and Pets, Oh My!

From puppy cakes to feline fashion, there is no denying that pet pampering is at an all time high. With fall nearing, pet parents are already seeking to incorporate their furry friends into their Halloween festivities, as Pinterest cites searches for “Pet Fashion” are up 199%. According to the National Retail Federation, consumers spent $490M on pet costumes in 2019, doubling the amount spent in 2010.

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What’s Now vs What’s Next in Supply Chain – Both are Important

Supply Chain has been a major focus through the COVID-19 pandemic, and depending on the nature of your particular business, the attention is likely on some very specific challenges. 

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