Minneapolis-based Wheaties has extended its partnership with Simone Biles to launch the gymnast’s second Wheaties box cover, which will feature her adoption story – the catalyst for her support and advocacy for kids in foster care. Biles’ first Wheaties box cover was announced in June as the finale box of the 100th anniversary century series and year-long […]
Category: Grocery Industry
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Kroger Utilizes Cloud Technology To Increase Productivity
Google Cloud and Deloitte are collaborating with Kroger to help the grocery chain use cloud technologies to increase employee productivity across its 2,800 stores nationwide. Kroger recently deployed a variety of Google Cloud data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning tools under an application framework co-developed by Deloitte and Kroger. The tools are already empowering […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Numina Launches Pakt To Democratize Warehouse Automation
The Numina Group, a Chicago-based designer and integrator of warehouse automation solutions, has announced the launch of Pakt, a pack and ship automation solution, built for fulfillment operations. Pakt breaks down the financial and operational barriers that have previously existed with end of line automation, reducing pack and ship labor by 70 percent and increasing throughput capacity by more […]
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Post Consumer Brands Introduces Disney Cereals For Anniversary
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Disney, Lakeville, Minnesota-based Post Consumer Brands is participating in the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration with the launch of multiple, limited-edition offerings. Post worked with Disney to create a themed fruity cereal, a confetti cake flavored cereal and a special edition collector’s cereal item. The themed fruity cereal features Mickey Mouse head-shaped silhouette cereal pieces with […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Lenovo Showcases Self-Service Kiosk At NRF 2023
At the NRF 2023 Retail Conference, North Carolina-based Lenovo showcased its scan-n-go self-service kiosk, as well as new AI, infrastructure and digital storefront solutions. Lenovo has seen a surge in demand for self-service solutions that integrate digital experiences into brick-and-mortar retail operations. Self-service kiosks offer customers an integrated, contactless shopping experience at checkout, freeing up employees to focus […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Consumers Believe Technology Will Improve Shopping Experience
A consumer shopping survey sponsored by Shekel Scales revealed that 90 percent of consumers believe technology will improve the overall shopping experience. While nearly 60 percent of consumers cited technology that speeds and simplifies the self-checkout process, more than 30 percent of respondents expressed a desire for technology that helps them get in and out of […]
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Lakeview Farms Receives Redesign Award For La Mexicana Brand
Delphos, Ohio-based Lakeview Farms has received the Designalytics Effectiveness Award for the package redesign of La Mexicana. The awards recognize package redesigns that have been instrumental in driving brand growth. “Hundreds of package designs were considered this year and we’re honored to be one of nine to win an award,” said Greg Klein, chief marketing officer at Lakeview Farms, which owns […]
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Mercatus Unveils Mobile Grocery Shopping App
Toronto-based Mercatus has announced the evolution of Mercatus Mobile, a new mobile commerce experience for grocery retailers and their customers. According to the company, Mercatus Mobile delivers a “seamless” shopping experience to help grocers increase mobile conversions, improve order frequency and retain online customers. The new mobile app offers grocery retailers more control over their online experience providing […]