Why Manufacturers Need a GS1 Company Prefix Certificate Before Launching a Paper Coupon
What Is GS1? GS1 is the global standards organization responsible for managing UPCs (Universal Product Codes) and other product identification standards used throughout the retail supply chain. When a company licenses a GS1 Company Prefix, it gains the ability to create UPCs that uniquely identify its products. Retailers, clearinghouses, and coupon processors rely on these identifiers to verify that coupons are associated with legitimate products and authorized manufacturers.EY Names Inmar Intelligence CEO Spencer Baird a 2026 Southeast Entrepreneur Of The Year®
The recognition highlights the operational excellence of Inmar's workforce and the shared impact of the region's top business leaders WINSTON-SALEM, NC, June 30, 2026 – Inmar Intelligence today announced that its CEO, Spencer Baird, has been named an EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Southeast Award winner.
Fuel the Future 2026: How Dealers Can Take Control of OEM Retention and Fixed Ops Growth
A PLAYBOOK FOR STRENGTHENING OEM RETENTION As a fixed ops-focused auto industry event, the conversation at NCM Fuel the Future centered on how dealers can influence customer behavior, protect margin, and grow fixed ops with greater precision.EY US announces winners for the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Southeast Award
Celebrating the bold leaders shaping the future through the world’s most groundbreaking companies Charlotte, NC, June 19, 2026 – Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) proudly announces the winners of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Southeast Award, honoring visionary leaders of high-growth companies driving innovation, growth and prosperity for future generations. The Southeast program celebrates entrepreneurs from Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee .
How Rebate Promotions Help Adult Beverage Brands Navigate State Regulations
Rebate Promotions: A Smarter Approach for Beverage Alcohol Marketing Marketing regulated beverages comes with a unique challenge: regulations vary significantly from state to state. While many consumer packaged goods brands rely on coupons and discounts to drive purchases, alcohol brands often face restrictions that limit or prohibit traditional couponing programs.
Retail Media Confessions Episode 5: AI Discovery
By Leah Logan, Vice President, Retail Media Transformation AI assistants and Agentic shopping have quickly become one of the biggest conversations in retail media. Over the last several months, the discussion has shifted from smarter search experiences to predictions about AI handling entire shopping journeys for consumers.
Emerging Brands: Which Coupon Method Should You Invest In Early?
Which Coupon Method Delivers the Best Early ROI? For emerging CPG brands, coupon strategy is no longer just about driving short-term sales. The right coupon method can accelerate household penetration, improve retailer relationships, generate measurable shopper data, and create a scalable path to growth.
A Closer Look at DSCSA Readiness in Long Term Care Pharmacy
The New Reality of DSCSA in Long-Term Care Pharmacy DSCSA requirements are no longer a future consideration. They are actively reshaping how long-term care pharmacies manage compliance, operations, and risk. For pharmacy operations and compliance leaders, the focus now extends beyond meeting technical requirements. It involves aligning traceability, documentation, recall responsiveness, and medication handling processes across complex, multi-site environments.