This month, businesses across the globe were put to the test as the COVID-19 pandemic forced shops to shut their doors, and tasked millions with working remotely -- this list of April 2020 Business innovations is filled with all the creative ways businesses are staying alive during these uncertain times.
Lyft has expanded its platform to help those impacted by the virus, announcing that it will drop off food and medical supplies to those in need. Not only does this move help those in need stay home, it helps the drivers' maintain an income as people request fewer rides during the outbreak. Other companies are using their resources to support their loyal customers during these difficult times. Verizon is a perfect example of this, as the brand is offering 15GBs of free data, helping its users stay connected.
Top 100 Business Innovations in April
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Ocean Plastic Textiles
Camira Boasts Plastic Bottle Fabric, Supporting Sustainability Initiatives
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Fast-Growing Russian Supermarket Chains
The Successful VkusVill is Planning a Sizeable Expansion
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Gourmet Pizza Vending Machines
Basil Street Uses Robotics to Serve Fresh, Thin-Crust Pizzas
96
The Swiss Army Knife of Agriculture
An Interview with Brandi DeCarli, CEO of Farm from a Box
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Package Delivery Drone Partnerships
UPS Flight Forward Has Partnered with Wingcopter
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Collaborative Sneaker-Shaped Vases
The Converse Tokyo x Ceramic Japan x .blnk Retails for $85 USD
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Tech-Enhanced Styling Rooms
JCPenney's Fitting Rooms Simplify the Try-On Experience
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Virtual Chicken Restaurants
Sam's Crispy Chicken is a Delivery-Only Virtual Restaurant Concept
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QSR Ordering Service Tests
KFC Canada is Running a Test Where Customers Can Order Through Google
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Checkout-Free Retail Expansions
Amazon Now Has Agreements for Automated Checkout Systems
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Tamper-Proof Mobile Food Orders
Chipotle Introduces Tamper-Proof Packaging During the Coronavirus
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Designing an Electric Supercar
An Interview with Porsche Cars Canada CEO & President Marc Ouayoun
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Self-Serve Beverage Systems
7-Eleven's Machines Let Customers Be Their Own Barista
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Full-Service Restaurant Loyalty Programs
Ready & Spendgo Partner to Streamline Consumer Experience
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Cashierless Grocery Shops
Amazon Go Grocery Offers "Just Walk Out Shopping"
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Shoulder Button-Equipped Gaming Phones
Xiaomi Created to Versions of the Black Shark 3 Pro
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Personalized Pricing-Focused Reward Apps
The Repeat App Offers Special Prices Based on Two Factors
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Cannabis Dispensary Drive-Thrus
Mana Supply Co.'s Drive-Thru Encourages Safe Deliveries
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Preparing Hospitals for COVID-19
We Spoke with Mark Graban to See How the US is Managing Surges
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Activist Workshop Stores
The Body Shop's Body Care Store Returns to Its Activist Roots
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Learning Skills for Employability
An Interview with Jennifer Flanagan, CEO of Actua
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Electric Moped Acquisitions
Tier Mobility Purchased Coup's Left Over Electric Scooters and Mopeds
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Craft Convenience Stores
7-Eleven's Evolution Stores Serve Handmade Tacos & Made-to-Order Drinks
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Value-Priced Pizza Deliveries
These Chuck E. Cheese Family Packages are Available for Takeout
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Data-Powered Skincare Lines
Disco Launched a Men's Skincare Line Based on Polling Data
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Restaurant Merch Advertising Promotions
The Wingstop Wearable Billboards Campaign Pays Wearers
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Projecting Influencer Marketing's Growth
We Spoke with Priya Chopra, Founder & CEO of 1Milk2Sugars
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Low-Cost QSR Family Meals
The Panda Express $20 Family Meal Deal is Available for a Limited Time
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Subsidized Anti-Party Rental Offerings
Airbnb is Helping Hosts Prevent Unauthorized Parties
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Adaptable EV Battery Designs
General Motors Revealed Its New Ultium Batteries for Electric Cars
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Fully-Carbon-Neutral Flight Tests
Boom's Development of the XB-1 Relies on Sustainable Fuel
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Virtual Food Halls
Kitchen Hub Consists of Multiple Restaurants That Only Offer Takeout & Delivery
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Self-Employed Money Management Platforms
'hello benji' Helps Self-Employed Individuals
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Resturant Gift Card Websites
The SaveOurFaves Gift Card Site Was Launched to Help Restaurants
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Rugged Retail Printers
The Toshiba FP2 Printer Has an Intuitive User Interface
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Unlimited Coffee Subscriptions
MyPanera+Coffee Appeals to Those Who Drink Coffee Every Day
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Kid-Made Custom Lip Balms
This Entrepreneur Kids Club Sold Lip Balms During the Winter Season
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Thematic Contemporary Magazines
Highsnobiety Launches 'HIGHStyle,' a New In-Print Venture
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Wedding-Like Funeral Platforms
Farewelling Seeks to Make Funerals More of a Positive Experience
60
Rideshare Ad Company Acquisitions
Lyft Purchased an Ad Startup Company Named Halo Cars
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5G Retail Partnerships
Walmart and Verizon are Collaborating on Stores with 5G Capabilities
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Anti-Ageing Celebrity Skincare Brands
Rob Lowe Created a New Skincare Line Named PROFILE® | Cobalt
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Convenient Cash-to-Digital Payments
7-Eleven Customers Can Now Pay Online Bills at Store Locations
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Convenience Store Chicken Restaurants
Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits Offers Tasty Eats
55
E-Scooter Market Expansions
Spin Will Launch Its Electric Scooters in Various German Cities
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Direct-to-Consumer Skincare Kits
Huron Launched a Line of Convenient Men’s Personal Care Products
53
Women-Celebrating Gas Station Campaigns
The 'She Will' Initiative from Shell Oil Co. is Playful
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Tier-Based Summery Loyalty Programs
Seafolly's Beach Club Successfully Encourages Repeat Purchases
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Social Media Sports Templates
NFL Teams Increased Digital Presence Through Slate's Templates
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Grocery Membership Service Launches
Walmart May Test the Walmart+ Services Beginning Next Month
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Social Media Menu Campaigns
Wendy's Launched a Multi-Platform Breakfast Campaign with Coupons
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Virtual Employee Engagement Workspaces
'Teami' Helps Bolster Happiness and Productivity
47
EV Factory Production Efforts
Tesla is Now Allowed to Continue Building Its German Gigafactory
46
Convenience-Focused Fridge Deals
Samsung Delight Offers Discounts on Frost Free Refrigerators
45
Data-Driven Pricing Services
'PriceChecks' Pinpoints How Much to Charge for a Product
44
Collectible Premium Loyalty Programs
7-Eleven Entices Malaysian Consumers with Hello Kitty Plates
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Multimedia-Enhanced Merchant Platforms
Shopify Added 3D Models for Merchants on Its Platform
42
Women's Week Travel Talks
The Travel Corporation Presented its #TTCIWD Talks and Panel Session
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Regional E-Commerce Services Changes
Amazon Won't Deliver Non-Essential Goods in France and Italy
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Ride-Hailing Supply Deliveries
Lyft Will Be Completing Food and Medical Supply Deliveries
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R&D Rocket Factories
SpaceX Received Approval to Build Its Los Angeles Starship Factory
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Socialization Encouragement Workplace Apps
The 'LEAD' App Facilitates Relationship Building
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Contact-Free Delivery Services
Postmates Collaborated with Instacart on No Contact Deliveries
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Versatile Foodservice Pizza Doughs
Rich's Ready-To-Stretch Dough Requires Minimal Prep
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Podcast Platform Investments
BBC Studios Recently Invested in Pocket Casts and Its Media Partners
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Eco-Conscious Skincare Supply Chains
The KOA Skincare Company Creates Sustainable Products
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Automated Management Guidance Platforms
The 'Peoplelogic.ai' Platform Improves Team Performance
32
Helpful Bull-Breeding Apps
Good Bulls by DataGene Helps Farmers Find Desirable Traits for Breeds
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Safe Food Delivery Platforms
Yelp is Adding Contact-Free Deliveries to Its Android and iOS Apps
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No-Charge Accommodation Canceling
Airbnb is Enacting a Charge-Free Cancelation Policy for All
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Complimentary Breakfast Sandwich Promotions
McDonald's is Offering Free Egg McMuffins on March 2
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Free Delivery Food Subscriptions
GrubHub Launched GrubHub+ with 100,000 Participating Restaurants
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Professional Structured Meeting Platforms
The 'Tendii' Platform Enhances Meeting Best Practices
26
Professional Copy Feedback Websites
'Broody' Lets Entrepreneurs Test Wording with Audiences
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Data-Based Car Insurance Discounts
Ford is Collaborating with Nationwide on Usage-Based Insurance
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Brand Name Wording Audiences
Broody Lets You Test Your Startup's Wording Using a Preview Audience
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Employee Venting Platforms
The 'HiLo' Platform Lets Users Share Highs and Lows Anonymously
22
Data Management Platform Acquisitions
NVIDIA Purchased SwiftStack for an Undisclosed Price
21
Carbon-Positive Dairy Brands
Horizon Organic will Combat Climate Change with a New Initiative
20
Food Delivery Market Launches
Amazon Will Start Food Delivery Services in Indian Markets
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Discounted Real Estate Platforms
Zillow Group Will Now Offer Monthly Discounts Due to COVID-19
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QSR Digital Discount Promotions
Jack in the Box is Offering a 25% Mobile Order Discount
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Flagship Sports Audio Networks
Spotify's Acquirement of The Ringer is Part of its Global Strategy
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Accessible Airport Transportation Tests
British Airways Brought Autonomous Wheelchairs to JFK
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Enhanced Payment Loyalty Partnerships
Visa and Accor Launch Personalized Rewards for Consumers
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Rocket Production Announcements
SpaceX Will Create More Rockets as It Works Towards Orbital Flight
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Space Station Tourism Launches
SpaceX and Axiom Will Bring Space Tourists to the ISS During 2021
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Cooking Oil-Powered Cleaning Products
A Cameroon Scientist Creates Innovative Cleaning Supplies
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5G Smartphone Announcements
HTC Indicated It Will Produce a 5G Mobile Device by the End of 2020
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Relief-Providing Review Platforms
Yelp and GoFundMe Created a Donation Button for Businesses
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Quality-Capped Streaming Services
Disney+ Will Lower Its Video Quality Ahead of European Launch
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Multimedia Content Experience Partnerships
Sports Illustrated Partners with the Hockey News
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Ride-Hailing Financial Assistance
Uber Will Provide Assistance to Drivers Affected by COVID-19
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High-Value Flight Deals
AirAsia X Boasts the AirAsia Unlimited Pass Which Will Last for One Year
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Complimentary Telecom Data Initiatives
Verizon Wireless is Giving Subscribers 15GB of Free Data
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Empowering Web-Based Cosmetic Conferences
The Merck Live Cosmetic Conference Starts on March 31st
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Cargo-Only Airline Flights
American Airlines Will Only Transporting Cargo to and from Europe
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Altered Airline Flight Scheudles
Emirates is Suspending Many Passenger Flights Because of COVID-19
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Inaugural 5G Smartphone Releases
Sony Will Launch Its Xperia 1 II Mobile Phone in the Spring
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An Interview with Untold Content's CEO, Katie Taylor
CO2-Made Hand Sanitizers
The Air Co. Hand Sanitizer is Being Made by the Vodka Brand
Powder-to-Liquid Hand Soaps
Forgo Makes Natural Hand Wash with Less Packaging Waste
LED Facial Devices
The Foreo UFO 2 Supports Smart, Bespoke Beauty Treatments
Virtual Whiskey Events
The Virtual Whiskey Show Supports At-Home Sampling
Sustainable Water Brands
ZEN WTR is Packaged in Bottles Made with Ocean Plastic
Eye-Catching Gender Equality Ads
VCCP Launched 'Does It Sit Comfortably' Ad Ahead of Women's Day
Self-Isolation Dance Parties
'Stevie' is a New Short Dance Film Examining the Mind of a Teen
Digital Art Fairs
Art Basel Hong Kong Created Online Viewing Rooms in Light of Covid-19
Virtual Chicken Restaurants
Sam's Crispy Chicken is a Delivery-Only Virtual Restaurant Concept
Green-Accented Modern Japanese Restaurants
Studio Love is Enough Designs a Restaurant in A/D/O
Gin-Based Hand Sanitizers
58 Gin Distillery Made an Alcohol Hand Sanitizer for the Benevolent Ball
Tamper-Proof Mobile Food Orders
Chipotle Introduces Tamper-Proof Packaging During the Coronavirus
Full-Service Restaurant Loyalty Programs
Ready & Spendgo Partner to Streamline Consumer Experience
Sculptural Valet Stand Designs
Jan Hendzel Boasts a Subtle Creative Twist for a Hotel in England
Creating the First Assistive Razor
An Interview with Gillette's TREO Co-Founder, Peter Ries
Empowering AI Apps
BigUp.AI Uses Helps Women Self-Promote by Using Better Language
Cinematic 4K Smartphones
The Nokia 8.3 5G Smartphone Has Built-in ZEISS Effects
Personalized Pricing-Focused Reward Apps
The Repeat App Offers Special Prices Based on Two Factors
Delivery-Only Restaurant Concepts
'Bon Appétit, Delivered' Shares Dishes from the Food Magazine
Learning Skills for Employability
An Interview with Jennifer Flanagan, CEO of Actua
Data-Powered Skincare Lines
Disco Launched a Men's Skincare Line Based on Polling Data
At-Home Skin Tests
Sequential Skin Analyzes Skin Genetics and the Skin Microbiome
Virtual Food Halls
Kitchen Hub Consists of Multiple Restaurants That Only Offer Takeout & Delivery
Self-Employed Money Management Platforms
'hello benji' Helps Self-Employed Individuals
Mobile Virus-Related News Tabs
Facebook Added an Information Center to Its Platform for COVID-19
Customized Men's Skincare
Lumin Skin Care Helps Men Build a Unique Personal Care Routine
Inclusive Minimalist Skincare
Five Dot Botanics Makes Simple, Gender-Neutral Skincare for All Ages
Real-Time Vehicle Monitors
The SmartStick OBD2 Offers Ample Automobile Data
Eco Hiking-Ready Sneakers
The Adidas Terrex Free Hiker Parley is Made with Recycled Ocean Plastic
Livestreamed Shark Tanks
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Launched a Shark Camera to Enjoy in Isolation
Streamlined Musician Livestreams
SoundCloud and Twitch Partnered to Provide Livestream Content
Convenient Blackcurrant Juice Products
Capri-Sun Blackcurrant Targets On-the-Go Consumers
Convenience Store Chicken Restaurants
Raise the Roost Chicken & Biscuits Offers Tasty Eats
Discounted Period Product Deliveries
Menstruation Product Company Rael Helps Women Amid COVID-19
Reusable Aluminum Water Bottles
PATHWATER Sells Purified Water in Recyclable Aluminum Bottles
Women-Celebrating Gas Station Campaigns
The 'She Will' Initiative from Shell Oil Co. is Playful
Free Workout App Releases
POPSUGAR is Creating a Work Out App That Will Be Free to All Users
Tier-Based Summery Loyalty Programs
Seafolly's Beach Club Successfully Encourages Repeat Purchases
Skincare Medical-Grade Disinfectants
Nivea-Maker Beiersdorf Changes Production to Fight COVID-19
Snackable Produce Bars
Phyter's Plant-Based Food Bars Last Three Days Out of the Fridge
Upcycled Yarn Golf Footwear
The Adidas CodeChaos Primeblue Golf Shoe is High-Performance
Convenience-Focused Fridge Deals
Samsung Delight Offers Discounts on Frost Free Refrigerators
Satisfying Skillet Breakfast Menus
The Huddle House Homestyle Skillets Come in Four Options
Collectible Premium Loyalty Programs
7-Eleven Entices Malaysian Consumers with Hello Kitty Plates
Connected Espresso Machine Apps
The La Marzocco Home App Keeps Users Informed
AR Kitchen Design Apps
The Zephyr Kitchen Experience App Visualizes Different Hood Styles
Masculinity-Challenging Skincare Products
The 'Soft Moisture Mask' Breaks Marketing Conventions
Calming Sleep Aid Mists
Graydon's Before Bed Spray is Infused with Calming Lavender Ingredients
Socialization Encouragement Workplace Apps
The 'LEAD' App Facilitates Relationship Building
Female-Led Business Initiatives
RetailMeNot Launched the 'We Shop With Her' Cmapaing
Restaurant Relief Projects
Grubhub is Eliminating Fees for Independent Restaurants on the Platform
Luxury Nature-Inspired Toothpastes
Lebon Toothpaste Boasts Nine Flavors With Unique Flavors
Eco-Conscious Skincare Supply Chains
The KOA Skincare Company Creates Sustainable Products
Automated Management Guidance Platforms
The 'Peoplelogic.ai' Platform Improves Team Performance
Hybrid Taco Burritos
Taco Bell's New Loaded Taco Grande Burrito Combines Two Popular Dishes
Safe Food Delivery Platforms
Yelp is Adding Contact-Free Deliveries to Its Android and iOS Apps
Refrigerated Protein Bars
Perfect Bar Blends Crunchy and Creamy Recipes Enjoyed Chilled
Cheesy Pork Product Pizzas
The Pizza Hut Philippines Spam Cheesy Bites Pizza is Indulgent
Clean Beauty Databases
Billie's Clean Cash Calculator Offers Transparency for Beauty Brands
Sport-Based Royalty Pass Programs
The Sacramento Kings Amplify Fan Experience with an App Feature
Virus-Response Internet Increases
Comcast Will Improve Internet Access Due to the Covid-19 Virus
Veterans E-Commerce Discounts
Amazon Offers Prime Subscriptions at $79 for Veterans or Military
Mobile Translation-to-Text Apps
The Google Translate Transcription Mode is Available for Android
Chocolate Milk Cans
La Colombe's Draft Chocolate Milk Boasts a Rich and Foamy Texture
Transformative Oil-Gel Exfoliators
The Como Popp-E Renewal Scrubby Wash Features Poppy Seeds
Olympics-Celebrating Smartphones
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G Olympic Games Edition is Powerful
QSR Digital Discount Promotions
Jack in the Box is Offering a 25% Mobile Order Discount
Sleep-Aiding Essential Oil Blends
Vitality's Sweet Dreams Oil Rolls On to Soothe and Relax
Renewing Superfood Creams
The Phytofuse Renew Maca Root Day Cream Features a Popular Ancient Plant
Free Return Flights
Sunwing is Offering Free Return Flights to Stranded Passengers
All-in-One Face Creams
Particle Face Cream is a Six-in-One Anti-Aging Cream for Men
Fragrant Sleep Sprays
This Works' Deep Sleep Pillow Spray Boasts a Calming Aroma
AI-Generated Playlist Releases
Apple Created a Playlist with Upbeat Music in Response to COVID-19
Match-Up Game Loyalty Initiatives
Casey's General Store Boasts a Playful March Madness Promotion
QSR Deep Dish Pizzas
Pizza Hut is Testing Detroit-Style Pizza
Cheeky Toilet Paper Shortage Solutions
NT News Leaves Eight Blank Pages to Help Those in Dire Need
Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water Launches
LOVEAU Showcased Its Products at Expo West 2020
Value-Added Seafood Products
The Northern Wind Bon Cuisine Now Includes 16 New Products
Postpartum Depression Awareness Ads
MomGenes Highlights How Postpartum Depression Could Be Genetic
Restaurant Reach-Broadening Platforms
Kitchen United Offers Food Services a Turnkey to Expand
Quality-Capped Streaming Services
Disney+ Will Lower Its Video Quality Ahead of European Launch
Online Supermarket Delivery Services
Grofers is a Low Priced Online Supermarket Based in India
Sports Streaming Expanded Coverage
FuboTV Increased Its Sports Coverage with NHL and MLB Content
Military-Approved Moisturizers
Bravo Sierra Makes Hard-Working Skincare for Servicemen
Functional Handmade Skincare
Peregrine Supply Co. Makes Simple, Small-Batch Skincare for Men
Collaborative Yeast Spreads
M&S Launched Its Own Marmite Range with Butter & Cream Cheese
Hybrid Pizza Paninis
Red Baron’s New Pizza Melt Products Turn Pizza Slices into Tasty Sandwiches
Wooden Coin-Based Loyalty Initiatives
The Innisfil Farmers’ Market Used Wooden Coins as Currency
Curled Pepperoni Pizza Toppers
Hormel's New Pepperoni Cup N' Crisp is a Premium Pizza Topping
Expansive Retailer Reward Programs
The Walmart+ Program is a Paid-Membership Loyalty Initiative
Branded Restaurant App Takeovers
Wendy's Launched a Branded Takeover of the GasBuddy App
India-Based Food Delivery Platforms
Swiggy Embodies the Idea of 'Hyperlocal Food Delivery'
SPF Hair Mists
Sun Bum's Scalp & Hair Mist Delivers Sun Protection
Rival Retirement Car Ads
The BMW Retirement Commercial Boasts CEO of Mercedes Benz, Dieter Zetsche
Common Cold Vaccine Projects
Amazon's Grand Challenge Group Will Work on a Vaccine for Colds
Streamlined Group Call Updates
Microsoft Teams Added New Features to Improve Group Calls
Dairy-Free Breakfast Pockets
Mikey's New Buffalo-Style Chicken Pockets are Free of Dairy & Gluten
Fund-Based Ride-Sharing Discounts
The Lyft City Works Program is Serious About Affordability
Food Delivery Restaurant Support
Just Eat is Now Providing 30 Days of Support for Restaurants
Children's Aromatherapy Balms
The Badger Night-Night Balm Features Calming Essential Oils
Slowly-Brewed Cold Tea Launches
Promise Cold Brew Tea Revealed Two Products at Expo West 2020
Food Delivery Mobile Apps
Favor Delivery is a Food Delivery Service Available in Texas
Female Empowerment Spirits
This New Van Gogh Vodka Celebrates International Women's Day
Cosmetic-Branded Female Empowerment Ads
Avon Asks Men and Women to #SpeakOut in its New Campaign
Regional Baseball Streaming
Amazon Prime Will Stream 21 Live Yankee Games During the 2020 Season
Reef-Safe Mineral Sunscreens
The New Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen Products are Child-Focused
Create the Future in ATD's Book Roundup
ATD Cited Create the Future as a Top Read for March
Historical Women-Focused Ad Campaigns
Ancestry Launched a Campaign Titled 'Make Them Count'
Female-Celebrating Beer Ads
Collective Arts Brewing's Latest Campaign Celebrates Females
Rejuvenating Fortified Face Masks
The Aesop Sublime Replenishing Night Masque is Vitamin-Enriched
Exclusive Convenience Store Waters
The Skýra Icelandic Spring Water Has an Alkaline Profile