Retailer Owned Food Distributors and Associates (ROFDA) has begun a partnership with Givex Inc. to use its Enterprise Coupon Portal for new coupon and deal management, with the goal of enhancing shoppers’ savings and increasing loyalty and brand awareness. Formed in 1962 to enhance the success of independent retail grocers, ROFDA is a cooperative representing […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Grocers of New England, Northeast
AGNE Enhancing Retail Media Network With Instacart, Givex
Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE) has announced new strategic partnerships with Instacart and Givex to further enhance its retail media network solutions. AGNE empowers independent grocery retailers with innovative tools aimed at boosting sales and customer engagement. As part of this commitment, AGNE has selected Instacart’s Carrot Ads solution and Givex’s Enterprise Coupon Portal […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Report: Online Grocery Sales To Outpace In-Store Through 2028
Overall grocery sales in the U.S. are forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 1.6 percent through 2028, much slower than the 5.6 percent posted over the five years ending in 2023, which were powered by the COVID-19 pandemic and price inflation. This is among the key takeaways from a new report, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southwest
Sam’s Club Adds AI Exit Technology At 120 Stores
Sam’s Club has announced progress toward its rollout of technology that resolves a key member concern – waiting in line for receipt verification before leaving. The application of AI and computer vision technology has been deployed in more than 120 stores – 20 percent of the retailer’s total – since it was unveiled at the […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, Wholesaler/Distributor News
ROFDA Members Select Instacart For Retail Media Network
ROFDA wholesalers, representing more than 2,250 stores, will use Instacart’s Carrot Ads to power their retail media networks. The partnership enables advertisers to drive sales at thousands of local independent grocers more easily and efficiently, better supporting the communities they serve. “This is one of the largest examples of cooperation and collaboration across the independent […]
Posted inMarketing News, National
Loyalty Membership Does Not Spell Loyal Behavior For Shoppers
Sponsored content Increasing customer loyalty is a top priority for grocers. When asked, they consistently rate the following as their top priorities: Building brand affinity Increasing return visits Boosting customer lifetime value During the pandemic, grocery retailers made forward-thinking pivots like differentiated digital experiences and special promotions that helped them win new and loyal customers. […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
The Save Mart Companies Expands Instacart Partnership
To improve the shopping experience at nearly all 200 Save Mart, FoodMaxx and Lucky locations, The Save Mart Companies has expanded its omnichannel partnership with Instacart to add several in-store solutions such as Caper Carts and FoodStorm. The grocer will also upgrade to Instacart’s Storefront Pro, bringing increased e-commerce capabilities with advanced advertising options to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Wins ‘People’s Voice’ Webby Award
Albertsons Companies was voted the ‘People’s Voice’ winner for best shopping and retail app in the 28th annual Webby Awards. Over the last year, Albertsons Cos. has been updating and redesigning its mobile app to create a fast and easy digital shopping experience. Winning this award underscores the investment and progress made in 2023 to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
EVgo Fast-Charging Station Added To ShopRite In Delaware
ShopRite held a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 24 to celebrate a recently opened an EVgo electric vehicle fast-charging station at 1600 West Newport Pike in Wilmington, Delaware. Installed by EVgo Inc., the station serves four stalls with two 100kW fast chargers and one high-power 350kW fast charger capable of charging two vehicles. The station is available […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, National, The Kroger Co.
Invafresh Appoints Cron Chief Data Officer
Andrew Cron has joined Toronto-based Invafresh as chief data officer. “AI technologies are revolutionizing the way grocery retailers operate, enabling them to streamline supply chains, enhance customer experiences, drive labor efficiencies, reduce food waste and use technology to guide and accelerate decision making,” said Invafresh CEO Tim Spencer. “Invafresh is at the forefront of accelerating […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Instacart’s Foodstorm Partners With 7 Independent Grocers
FoodStorm – Instacart’s order management system (OMS) designed to help grocers manage their deli, prepared foods and catering – is being adopted by seven independent grocers. The seven grocers are: Dave’s Fresh Marketplace, the largest local and independent retailer in Rhode Island. Delucchi’s Market, a specialty market and delicatessen rooted in Redwood City. FreshTake, a […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
DoorDash, Walgreens Expand Access For SNAP Customers
DoorDash and Walgreens have collaborated to offer SNAP/EBT payment at nearly 7,800 Walgreens stores across the country. DoorDash is the first platform that enables SNAP customers to make purchases from Walgreens using their SNAP/EBT cards. In addition, DoorDash is the first third-party delivery service provider to offer SNAP/EBT as a payment option at a major […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Sustainability News, West
Heritage Grocers Group Showcases Sustainability Efforts
This Earth Week, Heritage Grocers Group is showcasing its efforts to create lasting and positive sustainability impacts that benefit customers, team members and communities where the Hispanic grocer continues to grow and operate. As a company, Heritage prioritizes its people and the planet. By combining employee empowerment with data-driven sustainability initiatives, its leadership team is […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Amazon Fresh, National, Supply Chain News, Whole Foods
Amazon Adds Grocery Delivery Subscription For Prime Members
Amazon has introduced a new grocery delivery subscription benefit, available to Prime members and customers using EBT in more than 3,500 cities and towns across the U.S. At $9.99 per month for Prime members, the subscription offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders of more than $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market and a variety […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Grocery Store Layout, Independent Store News, Northeast, Sustainability News
Big Y’s Store Remodels Focus On Sustainability First
Big Y has been making significant strides in enhancing its stores across the region, opening 26 locations since 2022. These remodels align with the company’s broader strategy to focus on sustainability and modernize its retail spaces to create a more enjoyable shopping experience. The new store design incorporates modern elements to inspire guests and reflect […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash, Sustainability News
SpartanNash Expands Plastic Bag Recycling For Earth Day
SpartanNash is joining forces with Home Repair Services and Trex Co. to transform recycled plastic grocery bags from its stores into five accessible home ramps for local veterans with disabilities in honor of Earth Day. “The upcycling of plastic bags into accessible ramps for veterans with disabilities is a ‘People First’ program that gives our nation’s heroes the gift of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Grocery TV’s Network Helps CPG Brands Increase Sales
Grocery TV, an in-store digital advertising network, has shared the results of a meta-analysis that showed, on average, CPG brands achieve a 14 percent incremental lift in sales by advertising on their network. The meta-analysis included studies from the last five years for a range of CPG products sold in grocery stores where Grocery TV […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, National
Grubhub Brings Grocery To Marketplace With Mercato Partnership
Grubhub and Mercato, an online marketplace for independent grocery stores, have partnered to bring Mercato’s inventory of more than 950 merchants across the country to the Grubhub Marketplace. Customers can order from hundreds of locations, with all merchants becoming available over the next few weeks. With this first third-party delivery partnership for Mercato, Grubhub is expanding its […]
Posted inWest, Online Grocery Technology
Forage Becomes SNAP EBT Payment Processor For Uber Eats
Forage, the San Francisco-based payments company, has partnered with Uber Eats to enable payment processing of SNAP EBT, when the delivery platform launches the product in late 2024. “At Uber, we believe healthy foods should be accessible to all,” said Karl Hebert, VP of payments, risk and identity at Uber. “We are excited to partner […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, Southeast, Sustainability News
SEG Celebrates Earth Month, ESG Progress
Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG) is celebrating its progress and commitment to fostering stronger communities and a healthier world with the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report. To continue making a difference in its communities, the grocer is donating 33,500 reusable bags and supporting local conservation efforts through volunteerism and monetary donations […]