Chicago, Illinois-based Peapod Digital Labs, the digital, e-commerce and commercial engine for the brands of Ahold Delhaize USA, has launched an accelerator for diverse-owned suppliers. The accelerator is designed to share Ahold Delhaize USA’s companies’ knowledge and networks with participants. It also promotes supplier diversity as Peapod Digital Labs looks to support Ahold Delhaize USA’s […]
Category: Grocery Industry
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Wakefern, ShopRite Adopt Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Wakefern Food Corp., one of the largest retailer-owned grocery cooperatives in the U.S., is adopting the latest in RPCs (reusable plastic containers) in its produce department to improve quality, sustainability and lower costs for customers. By partnering with companies such as IFCO and Tosca that specialize in RPCs, Wakefern is able to maximize supply chain efficiency through […]
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ADC Appoints Hughes As First Chief Growth Officer
John Hughes has joined Applied Data Corporation, a global provider of store operations platforms built for grocery and convenience retailers, as its first chief growth officer. He will lead ADC’s sales, customer success, partner, marketing and HR teams to align and drive the company’s go-to-market strategy. He will join ADC’s executive leadership team led by CEO […]
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NCR Signs Agreement To Acquire Cryptocurrency Leader LibertyX
NCR Corp, an enterprise technology provider, has agreed to acquire LibertyX, a cryptocurrency software provider. “Due to growing consumer demand, our customers require a complete digital currency solution, including the ability to buy and sell cryptocurrency, conduct cross-border remittance and accept digital currency payments across digital and physical channels,” said Tim Vanderham, chief technology officer for NCR […]
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IRI Launches Next Part Of Its Partner Ecosystem With IRI Marketplace
IRI, a provider of solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, has launched IRI Marketplace, an open and continuously expanding network that brings together its trusted technology, data and analytical partners on a single platform. Available through IRI Liquid Data, IRI Marketplace allows clients to select and collaborate with these partners by seamlessly integrating […]
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Adoption Of AI And Advanced Analytics In Retail Operations
Sponsored content Whether AI or advanced analytics, North American merchant organizations are stepping up their investment in new technologies, which is driving the retail industry to near full adoption. According to a survey conducted by the Research Management Group (RMG) in 2020, approximately 78 percent of the industry will have adopted AI and 89 percent […]
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Ball To Build New Aluminum Beverage Packaging Plants In UK, Russia
Broomfield, Colorado-based Ball Corp., a manufacturer of recyclable aluminum beverage packaging, is planning to significantly increase its production capacity with new cutting-edge facilities in the UK and Russia. With an increasing consumer call for more sustainable purchasing options and a growing number of new brands and beverage categories choosing cans, demand for aluminum packaging is rapidly […]
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Titan Farms’ Sustainable Packaging Receives High Praise
Ridge Spring, South Carolina-based Titan Farms has brought back its sustainable, eco-friendly packaging this summer to meet the increasing demand for less single use plastics. “Nature’s Peach” box is a 100 percent recyclable four-pack that uses earthy tones to highlight the peaches. The durable yet convenient packaging allows shoppers to carry by the center handle […]