Nearly 30 case studies from the U.S., Mexico and Canada showcased how suppliers are using insights from the platform.
Author Archives: Shelby Report Staff
The Shelby Report newsroom covers the grocery industry for retailers, wholesalers and suppliers. Staff reports include store openings, executive appointments, company announcements and industry event coverage. Since 1967, The Shelby Report has covered supermarkets, grocery chains and independent grocers through five regional editions.
Posted inGuest Contributors, Crossroads, National, News, The Grocer's Playbook
Crossroads: Capital Investment – Building A Stronger Future
Technology combined with process will help improve vertical expertise for independent grocers.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, Marketing News, National, Packaging News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Topco Refreshes, Expands Wide Awake Coffee Co. Brand
The updated look centers on a rejuvenated version of the brand’s signature owl, which research identified as a key element of Wide Awake’s identity.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Featured News, Grocery Research, National
DoorDash: SNAP Delivery Brings Grocers New, High-Frequency Customers
DoorDash says more than 4.5 million consumers have added SNAP/EBT cards to the app since 2023.
Posted inC-Store News, Food Service News, News, Southwest
Yesway Continues Texas Growth With New Allsup’s In Odessa
The store marks the 93rd new-to-industry location the company has built over approximately the past five years.
Posted inMarketing News, International Foods, Suppliers, West
Del Real Foods Expands Distribution, Launches Hispanic Heritage Month Campaign
The “Flavors Bring Us Together” campaign shows Del Real products being enjoyed in everyday life.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, National, Online Grocery Technology, Suppliers
Spins Launches Agentic Discovery For AI-Powered Commerce
The platform shows how products appear in AI-generated recommendations so any issues can be addressed.
Posted inC-Store News, Food Service News, News, Southeast
Parker’s Kitchen Poised To Enter FL, Plans Record Openings In ’27
The company’s goal is 12 new Florida stores, including one truck stop, by the end of next year.
Posted inBakery News, Association News, National
Bakers Bring Unified Industry Voice To Washington At 2026 Fly-In
The baking leaders took the industry’s new “Baking Feeds America” advocacy campaign to Capitol Hill.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Sees Grocery Becoming A Managed Service In AI Future
EVP and Chief Digital Officer Yael Cosset said that AI won’t replace human connection and should be used to give associates more time to develop those connections.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Southeast
Publix Continues Kentucky Growth With Elizabethtown Opening
The 50,325-square-foot store on Pear Orchard Road continues the Florida-based grocer’s expansion in the Bluegrass State.
Posted inMarketing News, Aldi, Featured News, Midwest, Perishables
Aldi Cuts Prices On Nearly A Third Of Fresh Assortment
The grocer is investing an estimated $86 million on lower prices on seasonal fresh items at stores nationwide.
Posted inCorporate Store News, BJ's Wholesale Club, Featured News, News, Southeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening 2nd Alabama Location Sept. 25
The Palm Beach Way store in Foley comes nearly three years after the Massachusetts-based club operator opened its first Alabama store in Madison.
Posted in, Association News, News, Northeast
NGA Foundation Sets 2027 Student Case Study Topic With Big Y
The NGA Foundation’s 2027 Student Case Study Competition will challenge teams to build customer loyalty beyond discounts for Massachusetts-based Big Y Foods.
Posted inBakery News, Association News, National
Hostage Negotiator To Keynote 2027 NextGenBaker Brunch
Attendees will learn from Mickey Bergman’s experiences, including how empathy can break stalemates, influence others and bridge vastly different perspectives.
Posted inBakery News, Featured News, Grocery Research, News
Perimeter Bakery Holds Up Better Than Center Store In Tough August
Though dollar sales were down versus the previous year, perimeter bakery generated $2 billion for five weeks ended Aug. 30.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, IGA, National, News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
IGA Caps Centennial Rally With Gala Honoring Retailers, Partners
North Carolina grocer Mack McLamb was named the 2026 IGA USA International Retailer of the Year, the evening’s top U.S. honor.
Posted inExecutive News, Featured News, Independent Store News, Stater Bros. Markets, West
Stater Bros. Promotes Austin, Subramanian To VP Roles
The new VPs will oversee store operations and IT applications, respectively.
Posted inBakery News, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Tops Adds Local Buffalo Bakery Items To Select Stores
The sweet treats began arriving in early September, marking Genevieve’s first collaboration with a large retailer.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, Northeast
NJFC To Honor 6 Leaders At Annual Good Government Breakfast
The grocers and legislators to be honored at the 52nd annual breakfast have stood out in their support of the New Jersey food industry.