Ahold Delhaize USA has shared that its retail media arm, AD Retail Media, will launch Edge, a proprietary advertising technology platform, in January. Powering on-site display, sponsored search and in-store digital screens, Edge is built for the grocery sector. The platform creates opportunities for CPG partners to reach customers with a transparent, intuitive way to […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, News, West
Algolia Launches AI Grocery Solution For Digital Shopping
Algolia has introduced its Intelligent Grocery Solution, a new artificial intelligence (AI) application designed specifically for the grocery industry. The platform combines real-time search, personalized recommendations and inventory-aware discovery to simplify and personalize the digital grocery shopping experience. For decades, the grocery store has been a place of familiar and functional habits. Now, an undeniable […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, News
Swiftly Aims To Level The Playing Field With Audience Optimizer
Swiftly has introduced its Audience Optimizer solution, empowering regional and independent grocers to thrive in today’s digital-first marketplace. Since publicly launching in 2024, Audience Optimizer has driven millions in incremental sales and double-digit returns across hundreds of stores nationwide. For decades, print circulars have been the primary way grocers drive weekly traffic. However, as circulation […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, News
Instacart Launches Consumer Insights Portal To Help Brands
Instacart has introduced the Consumer Insights Portal, a new software platform for brands to access its first-party grocery shopping data. Built on daily activity from nearly 100,000 stores and more than 1,800 retail banners, Consumer Insights Portal gives marketing, sales and insights teams self-serve access to SKU-level performance, search behavior, substitution patterns and promotion impact […]
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Independent Grocers Unlock More Impact With Less Work
Running an independent grocery store isn’t easy. Between competing with national chains, juggling rising costs and trying to keep up with shoppers who expect more every year, it can feel like you’re being asked to do everything with fewer resources. That’s why many grocers are looking for simple, practical tools that make everyday operations easier […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets Invests $4.4M In NY Store Remodels
Tops Friendly Markets has announced a combined $4.4 million investment in remodeling two of its stores – Fayetteville and Manlius, New York. During ribbon-cutting celebrations Oct. 1, Tops will present donations to local community nonprofits that impact first responders, schools, food pantries and veteran organizations. “We’re proud to invest in these remodels that will bring […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, News
Inmar Intelligence Named Digital Incentive Provider For RSA America
Inmar Intelligence has begun a new partnership with RSA America to become its digital incentive and coupon settlement provider, delivering promotions and savings tools to RSA’s network of more than 250 independent retailers. While independent grocers often are seen as the primary lifeline for food in rural communities, food deserts and price-sensitive communities, economic turbulence is making […]
Posted inMarketing News, Corporate Store News, News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Introduces New Business Strategy To Drive Growth Plan
Giant Eagle Inc. has introduced its “Because It Matters” business strategy to guide the company’s plan for growth in the coming years. The strategy marks the latest in a series of organizational milestones over the past 12 months, highlighted by the sale of Giant Eagle’s GetGo business and the growth of the retailer’s pharmacy services. […]
Posted inPackaging News, Aldi, National, News
Aldi Debuts Largest Packaging Rebrand To Date
Aldi is debuting its largest packaging refresh to date, putting its name on every product and launching a namesake brand to make its private labels more recognizable. In response to customer feedback, Aldi-exclusives will carry the Aldi brand or a bold “an Aldi Original” endorsement. New packaging is being rolled out to store shelves. Over […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, News
AWG, Decorworx Enhance Design Services For Independent Grocers
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. and design and production firm Decorworx have begun a partnership to provide enhanced store solutions to AWG member retailers. As a part of the collaboration, AWG has discontinued its Design and Decor Source Group (DSG), which for more than 30 years provided interior design, production and installation services to AWG members. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Marketing News, News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Selects Birdzi For Personalized Marketing Campaigns
Wakefern Food Corp. has selected Birdzi’s customer intelligence platform to better understand shopper needs and enhance promotional outreach. “From the beginning, Wakefern was impressed by Birdzi’s best-in-class automation and personalization capabilities and the company’s desire for constant innovation,” said Darren Caudill, chief sales officer, Wakefern. “Working with Birdzi enables our supermarket banners to better respond […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Gelson's, News, West
Gelson’s Markets Shifts To Interactive Digital Circulars Via Ideal
Gelson’s Markets has shifted to an interactive, 100-percent digital weekly circular, powered by Ideal’s platform, to transform how shoppers engage with the brand while reducing print and newspaper insertion costs. The transition is live across all Gelson’s locations in Southern California, with weekly promotions accessible via website, mobile app, email and social channels. Unlike other digital […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Merchandising News, National, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Precision Marketing Expands Managed-Service Capabilities
Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), powered by 84.51°, has launched a suite of new managed-service offsite programmatic capabilities. An in-house team will activate across programmatic audio, programmatic CTV and dynamic creative optimization (DCO) for display. The move comes as more brands are applying purchase-based audiences across streaming media. However, KPM noted, many mid-sized consumer packaged goods […]
Posted inMarketing News, Albertsons, News, Nonfood Items, West
Albertsons Cos. Introduces Travel Booking Experience
Albertsons Companies Inc. has introduced for U Travel, a new booking experience powered by Expedia that allows customers to plan air and non-air travel through the grocer’s free for U loyalty program, accessible via mobile app and website. “At Albertsons Cos., we know saving money and stretching budgets is more important than ever, which is […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, News, West
Upside, HGG Collaborate On Spanish Language App Feature
The Upside app is now available in Spanish, expanding access for millions of Spanish-speaking consumers and bilingual families across the U.S. Users whose device language is set to Spanish will automatically see the app in their preferred language as they earn cash back on everyday purchases. To help raise awareness, Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) is […]
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AppCard Powers New Loyalty Partnership Between Randy’s Market, AAA
Randy’s Neighborhood Market, powered by AppCard, has announced a new partnership with AAA – The Auto Club Group (ACG). As part of the arrangement, AAA members shopping at participating Randy’s Neighborhood Market locations in Iowa will receive a special offer of $5 off a $50 purchase. In addition, new AAA members who join using Randy’s […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, National, News, Retail Media
IGA, SHOPtoCOOK Offer Independent Grocers Next-Gen Digital Solutions
The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has partnered with SHOPtoCOOK to bring its full suite of customer engagement tools to IGA member stores. SHOPtoCOOK is an independent-focused provider of customized websites, mobile experiences and accessible in-store interactive media integrated to the top loyalty/digital coupon programs. A highlight of the partnership will grant IGA member stores access to […]
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Dole Food Co. To Participate In OTA’s Organic Week 2025
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Co. will participate in Organic Week 2025, taking place Sept. 15-17 in Washington, D.C., and hosted by the Organic Trade Association (OTA). As an event sponsor and one of the few produce supply companies in attendance, Dole will highlight its leadership in the organic category and reaffirm its commitment to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, News, West
Albertsons Cos., Google Cloud Collaborate On New AI Shopping Assistant
Albertsons Cos. is the marquee collaborator and first retailer to bring Google Cloud’s Conversational Commerce agent solution to market – helping to redefine how customers discover, plan and shop for groceries. The new artificial intelligence-powered solution on Vertex AI provides an advanced product discovery experience for business-to-consumer retailers. Albertsons Cos. is leveraging Conversational Commerce agent […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Birdzi Launches DataScope Analytics Suite With Tops Friendly Markets
Birdzi has unveiled DataScope, a suite of retail-specific data analytics tools that were developed in close collaboration Tops Friendly Markets. Blending operational clarity with shopper-centric analytics, DataScope goes beyond traditional flat reports to offer merchandising and analytics teams a unified, multi-dimensional view of their business across products, stores and customer groups. It is now available […]