Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s values and practices to human health, animal welfare and the planet. “At Natural Grocers, we see grocery stores as a vital link in the food chain – integral to the health of people and the planet,” said Kemper Isely, co-president. […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Southeast
DeCA Selects NCR Voyix As Maintenance, Operations Services Provider
The Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA), which oversees 240 commissaries, or grocery and household goods stores, has selected NCR Government Systems LLC, a subsidiary of NCR Voyix Corporation, as the maintenance and operations services provider for their point-of-sale (POS) technology assets. NCR Voyix, a global provider of digital commerce solutions, will provide sustainment of current maintenance […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, National
FMI, NielsenIQ Report: Shoppers Blend In-Store, Online Experiences
As grocery shopping enters a new era of digital transformation, FMI – The Food Industry Association and NielsenIQ have released a new report, “Digital Engagement Transforms Grocery Shopping,” which premiered at FMI’s Midwinter Executive Conference. The report found that more than 90 percent of shoppers participate in both online and in-store shopping. “Consumers are seamlessly […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
AppCard Introduces Pinky 2.0 For Independent Grocers
AppCard has introduced Pinky 2.0, an innovation that aims to boost the relevance of coupons and optimize consumer behavior tracking by using artificial intelligence for independent grocers. The advancements are designed to enhance grocery shopping experiences, driving higher customer retention and stronger coupon redemption rates. Pinky 2.0’s new capabilities are grounded in personalized, data-driven insights, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Association News, National
Badge Wins 2025 FMItech Pitch Competition
FMI – The Food Industry Association announced Badge as the champion of the fourth-annual FMItech Pitch Competition held during the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference Jan. 30-Feb. 2 on Marco Island, Florida. Three finalists presented food industry technology solutions, with conference attendees casting votes to determine the winner. “I’m thrilled to see how the FMItech Pitch Competition continues […]
Posted inExecutive News, Hy-Vee, Marketing News, Midwest
Mazza Promoted At Hy-Vee, Will Oversee RedMedia
Kathryn Mazza has been promoted to SVP and CMO for Hy-Vee and president of RedMedia, the grocer’s retail media network. Mazza, who joined Hy-Vee last February and previously served as SVP of RedMedia, will oversee the continued growth and development of the RMN, which was launched in 2023. In its first months of operation, RedMedia […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer Media Boosts Advertising Options On Platform
Meijer Media, the retailer’s retail media network, has introduced new advertising tactics – Pinterest and Online Video (OLV) and Connected TV (CTV) – to advance its capabilities in the digital advertising industry. The offerings are designed to help brands connect with shoppers in more personalized, impactful ways that support product discovery. “By combining creative storytelling, […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Feature, Northeast
Trion’s Extensive Investments Have Boosted Production Efficiencies
Among the many participants at the 2024 NACS Show in Las Vegas was Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania-based Trion Industries, which manufactures merchandising solutions for retail displays and shelf management. Craig Weiskerger, director of sales and marketing, took time after the show to field some questions from The Griffin Report. What is new with Trion? Trion has […]