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Aldi is back with a bang! The retailer has launched a new advertising campaign called 'Can't Match This,' which highlights its unbeatable prices and mocks competitors' efforts to price match its products. The campaign aims to reinforce Aldi's position as the leader in low prices. Aldi's marketing director, Jemma Townsend, emphasised that competitors' limited price matching efforts cannot offer the comprehensive value of an Aldi-priced shop. Despite its strong reputation for low prices, Aldi's growth has slowed, with sales increasing by just 3.1% in the 12 weeks to 17 March, according to Kantar. However, Aldi plans to increase its investment this year, surpassing the £380m spent on price reductions in 2023, to reclaim market share and maintain its competitive edge. #Aldi #MarketingCampaign #UnbeatablePrices #CantMatchThis

We might not think about them often, if ever, but barcodes are actually pretty convenient when shopping. So this #FunFactFriday is dedicated to them. Did you know that the first UPC scanner was installed at a Marsh's supermarket in Ohio in June 1974? The first item ever scanned was a pack of Wrigley's gum. Scroll through the whole post to learn more about the history of barcodes. If you learned something new today, share the knowledge. #FunFactFriday #BarcodeHistory #Technology #TechTrivia #HistoryOfTechnology #UPCScanner #DidYouKnow #TriviaTime #LearnSomethingNew #TechFacts

Did you know? Take a trip down memory lane: the self-checkout machine made it's grand entrance into the retail scene in 1986, forever changing the way we shop. 🛒 #selfcheckout #selfcheckoutrevolution #retailhistory

👉 Joyn has been developed to support the local merchant, something that Jana from Slagerij Jens & Jana only can confirm: "We are relatively a 'small' butcher shop, but the 2000 customers in our customer base prove that Joyn is a real added value for our business." 🥓 #Localmarketing #Loyaltymarketing #SupportLocalBusinesses

What a great 1st day of #NADASHOW #NADA24 We were able to help so many dealers and give them the opportunity to pass along affordable credit to their clients along with a top of class connected retail solution. If you want to learn some more about, come on by booth 1151W and get a demo to see for yourself what all the buzz is about! #autodealers #automotiveindustry #autofinance

🛡️ Continuing the Conversation on Retail Security with VDMS 🛡️ Following our recent post on the importance of securing high-value retail products, including cigarettes in store, we're eager to hear your thoughts and experiences. Have you faced challenges with theft or shrinkage in your store? How do you think advanced solutions like VDMS's cigarette vending machines and digital retail systems can make a difference? We would love to discuss how we can work together to enhance retail security and drive success. Reach out to learn more about our solutions at sales@vdms.com.au #RetailSecurity #VDMS #ConvenienceStores #AustralianRetail #RetailInnovation

Most people are familiar with the traditional barcode pattern of white and black parallel lines like we’re accustomed to seeing on products in the grocery store. But modern barcode labels can actually utilize a wide variety of symbology. Learn more about the different types of barcodes and how you can sell more barcode labels while helping your customers. https://ow.ly/EwS850QZYff

Good article for those looking to learn a little more about the different type of, and uses for, #barcodes

Hi LinkedIn community, I wanted to share a concerning personal experience I recently had with Tira. I was excited to take advantage of what seemed like great discounts on their products. However, the reality was quite different. Here’s what happened: Misleading Discounts: I was initially drawn in by the impressive discounts Tira advertised. The deals looked fantastic, so I placed an order with high hopes. Issues at Dispatch:- When my order was dispatched, I was disappointed to find that the discounted items I had chosen was canceled and only lesser discounted items are dispatched. This experience was not only frustrating but also left me questioning the integrity of their promotional practices. I wanted to share this so others are aware and can make informed decisions when shopping. If you’ve faced similar issues or have insights to share, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Let’s work together to hold companies accountable and ensure a fair shopping experience for everyone. order ID: FY66B1D28D0D6CD5C43C Tira #PersonalExperience #ConsumerRights #RetailEthics #Tira #Transparency #CustomerExperience Tira

Did you know that with Meescan, patrons can skip the lines and save time checking out their items? Amar explains just how effortless it is to check out on the countertop kiosk. For more information on all our kiosk models, visit Meescan.com today to get a quote!