Relationshop recently finalized the merger of two providers of e-commerce solutions for independent and regional grocers – Mercatus Technologies and Stor.ai. The new company is operating as Mercatus, a wholly owned subsidiary of Relationshop Inc. Galen Walters, CEO of Relationshop, spoke with The Shelby Report’s Jan Meade. He said Stor.ai, which is based in Tel […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Online Grocery Sales Total $8B, Flat Versus Last Year
The overall U.S. online grocery market ended March with total monthly sales of $8 billion, holding steady compared to a year ago, according to the most recent Brick Meets Click/Mercatus Grocery Shopper Survey, fielded March 29-30. These monthly results are an improvement over March 2023, when total monthly online sales had fallen 8 percent on a […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, National, The Kroger Co.
Insite AI Adds Industry Vets To Executive Advisory Council
Insite AI, an AI-enabled category and revenue growth partner for consumer brands, has selected five retail industry veterans to join the company’s executive advisory council. Each member has spent decades at leading retailers and brands, including Walmart, Sam’s Club and Albertsons, as well as top brands like Procter & Gamble, Nabisco and Clorox. The advisory […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Among Webby Awards Nominees
For its digital app experience, the Albertsons Companies has been nominated in the Best Apps & Software – Shopping & Retail category of the 28th Annual Webby Awards. The awards program, presented by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, honors excellence on the Internet. Winners will be announced April 23 during a show […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, National
LOC Software Introduces ThriVersA
LOC Software, with a history spanning 35 years in the retail technology industry, has launched ThriVersA, the newest evolution of its back-office and point of sale solutions. ThriVersA represents a new chapter in LOC Software’s journey, building on its foundation in LOC’s previous generation product, Store Management Suite (SMS). The name highlights LOC Software’s mission of […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Northeast
Trion’s Merchandising Systems Boost Presentation, Security
by Jack R. Jordan / content creator Founded in 1965, Trion is a true American manufacturer. The Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania-based company is known for quality and service, according to Craig Weiskerger, director of sales and marketing. And these values set Trion apart from competitors. “Once you get to know your customers, and you can truly partner […]
Posted inGiant Food, Center Store, Executive News, Merchandising News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Names Crishock As VP, Center Store Omnichannel Merchandising
The Giant Company has named Joanna Crishock as VP of center store omnichannel merchandising, effective immediately. Crishock will report to John Ruane, president of The Giant Co. “With vast experience in consumer insights, strategy and, most recently, commercial planning, price strategy and marketing, Joanna brings tremendous knowledge and strength to her new role,” Ruane said. “She […]
Posted inPackaging News, National, Sustainability News
Coca‑Cola Co. Debuts Lightweight PET Bottle Designs
As part of a commitment to create a circular economy for its packaging, The Coca‑Cola Co. is rolling out redesigned, lighter-weight PET bottles for its sparkling beverage portfolio across the U.S. and Canada this year. For the first time in a decade, 12-, 16.9- and 20-ounce bottles of Coca‑Cola, Sprite and Fanta – as well […]