
Expanding Nespresso's Retail Operations at Costco Canada
Nespresso partnered with MOArt to boost sales at Costco Canada through market research, strategic partnerships, optimized distribution, and offline marketing.
Growth in Conversions
Expand Nespresso's retail operations at Costco in Canada and increase sales.
Content Optimization
Market research, strategic partnerships, optimized distribution, and offline marketing campaigns.
Organic Traffic
1682%
Dramatic Increase

Project Overview
Nespresso, a global leader in premium coffee machines and capsules, aimed to significantly expand its retail operations within Costco stores across Canada. The goal was to enhance Nespresso’s presence in these high-traffic locations and increase sales by strategically positioning their products and optimizing distribution channels. To achieve this, Nespresso partnered with MOArt to conduct detailed market research, negotiate strategic partnerships, and execute targeted offline marketing campaigns that would resonate with Costco’s customer base.
Challenges:
- Market Penetration: Nespresso needed to increase its footprint in Costco stores, where competition in the premium coffee machine segment is fierce.
- Distribution Optimization: Ensuring a steady supply of products to meet anticipated demand while maintaining cost efficiency posed a significant challenge.
- Brand Differentiation: Standing out in a competitive retail environment required a tailored approach that highlighted Nespresso’s unique value proposition.
Objectives:
- Expand Retail Presence: Secure prime shelf space and increase the number of Costco locations carrying Nespresso products.
- Boost Sales: Achieve a significant increase in sales volume within Costco stores by leveraging strategic placement and marketing.
- Enhance Brand Visibility: Strengthen Nespresso’s brand presence within Costco, positioning it as the top choice for premium coffee machines.
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Execution
MOArt developed and implemented a comprehensive strategy focused on expanding Nespresso’s retail presence and driving sales growth:
- In-Depth Market Research:
- Goal: Understand the dynamics of the Costco retail environment and identify opportunities for Nespresso’s expansion.
- Actions: Conducted thorough market research to assess customer preferences, competitive landscape, and the potential for Nespresso’s products in Costco. This research provided insights into consumer behavior and guided the strategy for product placement and promotion.
- Strategic Retailer Partnership Negotiations:
- Goal: Secure favorable terms for product placement and promotion within Costco stores.
- Actions: MOArt prepared customized presentations and demonstrations to showcase Nespresso’s coffee machines, emphasizing their premium features and appeal to Costco’s customer base. These negotiations resulted in Nespresso securing prime shelf space in 101 Costco stores across Canada, ensuring maximum visibility and accessibility for customers.
- Distribution Optimization:
- Goal: Ensure a reliable and efficient supply chain to meet increased demand in Costco stores.
- Actions: Collaborated with Nespresso’s logistics team to optimize distribution channels, ensuring that products were consistently available on shelves. This involved streamlining supply chain processes to reduce costs and improve delivery times, ensuring that Nespresso could meet the high demand generated by the new marketing efforts.
- Offline Marketing Campaigns:
- Goal: Drive customer engagement and increase product trials through targeted marketing efforts.
- Actions: Partnered with Costco to execute a comprehensive offline marketing campaign, including in-store promotions, product demonstrations, and exclusive offers. These campaigns were designed to attract Costco’s customer base, encourage product sampling, and convert shoppers into loyal Nespresso customers.

Project Results
The strategic collaboration between Nespresso and MOArt delivered impressive results, significantly enhancing Nespresso’s presence and sales within Costco Canada:
- Expansion in Retail Presence:
- Nespresso successfully secured prime shelf space in 101 Costco stores across Canada, significantly increasing the brand’s visibility and accessibility to a broader customer base. This expansion played a crucial role in driving sales growth and establishing Nespresso as a dominant player in the premium coffee machine market.
- Substantial Market Share Growth:
- As a result of the strategic placement and targeted marketing efforts, Nespresso achieved a 15% increase in market share within the premium coffee machine segment at Costco. This growth far outpaced the competition, who saw only a 5% increase during the same period, highlighting the effectiveness of MOArt’s strategic approach.
- Increased Sales and Customer Engagement:
- The offline marketing campaigns, combined with optimized product placement, led to a significant boost in sales. Positive customer feedback highlighted the effectiveness of in-store promotions and the exclusive offers tailored for Costco shoppers, further enhancing customer loyalty and brand perception.
- Enhanced Brand Visibility and Perception:
- The comprehensive strategy not only drove immediate sales but also strengthened Nespresso’s brand presence within Costco stores. The targeted marketing and prime placement positioned Nespresso as the go-to brand for premium coffee machines, reinforcing its reputation for quality and innovation.

Conclusion
Nespresso’s collaboration with MOArt to expand its retail operations at Costco Canada proved to be a resounding success. Through a strategic approach that combined in-depth market research, strategic partnerships, optimized distribution, and targeted offline marketing, Nespresso was able to significantly boost its market share and sales within Costco stores. This case study underscores the importance of aligning product placement, marketing strategies, and distribution channels to achieve substantial business growth in competitive retail environments. The success of this project not only enhanced Nespresso’s presence in Costco but also solidified its position as a leader in the premium coffee machine market.