Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market and Tampa, Florida-based IFCO, a provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, report that they have made significant advancements in their ongoing partnership. The arrangement began in December 2020 with a pilot program at Sprouts that focused on the use of reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh produce items packed […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, National
Semifinalists Advance In FMI’s Tech Pitch Competition
FMI – The Food Industry Association has named the six semifinalists in the FMItech Pitch Competition, a chance to showcase groundbreaking technology solutions to the food industry at the 2025 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. Out of 20 submissions, the judges have narrowed the field to six semifinalists. Semifinalists Badge’s no-code mobile wallet platform allows retailers to reach […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Introduces Loyalty Rewards Program
Save A Lot has introduced its first loyalty program: Save A Lot Rewards. Provided through its mobile app, Save A Lot offers points or “dots” for shoppers to redeem for rewards at their local retailer. Though independent Save A Lot retail partners will have flexibility to customize the app with local offers, the loyalty program […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest
Foxtrot Café & Market Relaunches Digital Order, Delivery Service
Foxtrot Café & Market in Chicago has relaunched its app, enabling digital order ahead in-store pickup and delivery service. The company offers an expanded coffee experience and reimagined food offerings, including exclusive coffee blends and breakfast tacos, panini sandwiches and bowls and freshly baked cookies. Items, including a large spirits selection, are available for pickup […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Partners With Fabric For Automated Delivery
Save A Lot and Fabric have entered into a new partnership to provide fulfillment solutions for on-demand grocery delivery with the opening of a Brooklyn, New York-based micro fulfillment center. This collaboration combines Fabric’s automation with Save A Lot’s grocery essentials to enhance convenience for value-conscious consumers. The rising cost of living has driven more […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Midwest, SpartanNash, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Opens Second Pilot Store For New Family Fare Strategy
SpartanNash held a grand reopening Oct. 8 for its Family Fare store in Sparta, Michigan. This redesigned location is the second pilot store in SpartanNash’s effort to deliver on its customer value proposition, providing a shopping experience centered on fresh products, convenience and value. Building on the success and insights gathered from its first pilot […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, The Kroger Co.
Instacart Introduces New Caper Cart Personalized Capabilities
Instacart has launched three new Caper Cart capabilities – gamified quests, location-based coupons and aisle-aware advertising formats. These new offerings build on the AI-powered smart cart’s capabilities to make grocery shopping more personalized through its digital screen, allowing brands and retailers to engage with customers as they shop in-store. These capabilities are rolling out to retailers like Schnucks […]
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Independents Embrace Smart Carts
One of the most common misconceptions about smart carts is that they only serve as an alternative to self-checkout. But many grocery customers like the ability to keep an eye on their running total, instantly access coupons and loyalty programs, earn discounts and shop independently. Retailers have been rolling out smart carts in major metro […]