Denver-based Ibotta powers cash-back rewards for companies including Albertsons, Dollar General, H-E-B, Instacart, Kroger, Schnuck Markets, Sprouts, Walmart and many others. Shoppers download the app and can get rewards by scanning a receipt or linking their store loyalty account to the app to earn points. To date, 50 million people have downloaded the app and […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
ECRS Marks Milestone With Gateway EDI Solution
ECRS has reached 100 supplier integrations for Gateway, its electronic data interchange (EDI) solution, a module within the comprehensive retail management software suite, CATAPULT Retail POS. Among these 100 supplier integrations, some of the most notable partners include UNFI, KeHE, Associated Wholesale Grocers, McKesson, Phillip & King and Southern Glazers. These EDI partnerships empower independent retailers to further streamline their supply […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Health & Wellness, National
CaringBridge Adds Instacart Delivery For Family Caregivers
CaringBridge, a nonprofit health platform, and Instacart have partnered to allow easier community-led support for groceries and essentials for family caregivers. Users on the CaringBridge platform will have the option to use Instacart to send and receive groceries and other key household items from local, regional and national retailers across the country. Instacart reaches more than 98 […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, National
The Fresh Market Adds Vusion 360 Tech Solutions To All Locations
VusionGroup has been selected by The Fresh Market, a fresh food and specialty grocery chain, to digitalize both signage and inventory management of its stores. This partnership will bring in a suite of Vusion 360 technology solutions, including digital shelf labels, VusionCloud, Captana’s computer vision and AI technology and Memory Store Analytics to all 166 locations across […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Independent Store News, Southeast
AWG Member Roberts Co. Joins Upside To Boost Loyalty
Roberts Company Inc., a grocery chain operating Corner Market and Grocery Depot locations in the Jackson/Hattiesburg, Mississippi, area, has partnered with Upside, building on the technology firm’s efforts to support Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG) members. “We are committed to delivering exceptional service, and Upside’s work to drive more customers to our Corner Market and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Layout, National
Incisiv, Toshiba Highlight Store Innovation In 2025 Industry Report
As the retail industry faces pressure to redefine the role of physical stores, Incisiv – in partnership with Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions – has released “2025 State of the Industry: Store Innovation.” The report outlines key challenges and transformative opportunities in retail as stores move beyond the traditional commerce model to embrace roles as experience […]
Posted inPackaging News, National
Pactiv Evergreen, Novolex Announce Merger Agreement
Novolex and Pactiv Evergreen Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement to combine, creating one manufacturer in food, beverage and specialty packaging products. The combination brings together two complementary businesses that will offer a broad product platform. The asset base will include an extensive manufacturing footprint and an expansive distribution network, enhancing the combined company’s […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Hostess Introduces Refreshed Logo, Packaging
Hostess, an Orrville, Ohio-based snacks company, has unveiled a new logo and packaging design as part of a refresh of the brand, modernizing its look and feel to enhance appeal with new consumers. The updated logo retains the trademark heart, reflecting that the brand’s core values remain intact, while offering a new font style and […]