Citing his leadership skills, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has promoted Bennett Morgan to EVP and chief merchandising officer. Morgan, who joined SpartanNash in January 2022 as SVP and chief merchandising officer, leads fresh, center store and pharmacy merchandising, pricing, promotions and category and master data management. “Bennett’s leadership has advanced our capabilities in merchandising and […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Instacart Adds New Omnichannel, AI Solutions For Grocers
Instacart has added several updates to Instacart Storefront and Caper Carts to help retailers advance their e-commerce, digitize stores and build AI-powered omnichannel experiences. “We’ve long believed the future of grocery – and commerce in general – isn’t online or in-store, it’s both. And now, more than ever, it’s being supercharged with AI,” said Asha […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
SpartanNash Will Tap AI To Predict Demand, Decrease Waste
SpartanNash is expanding its use of Upshop’s Magic AI inventory and replenishment optimization application to consolidate its ordering systems, maintain planogram integrity and help with merchandising reset planning in center store and produce. The system also provides store employees with a real-time view of stock to maximize assortment, while at the same time reducing waste. […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, National, Online Grocery Technology
KeHE Taps Cognira To Boost Promotion Planning, Forecasting At DCs
Atlanta-based Cognira has begun a partnership with KeHE to transform the Naperville, Illinois-based wholesale food distributor’s promotion planning and forecasting capabilities across 16 distribution center networks. KeHE said Cognira’s PromoAI will drive improved ROI, increased margins, enhanced collaboration, reduced inventory and minimized spoilage. KeHE previously relied on legacy systems, spreadsheets and email for promotion planning […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Northeast
PepsiCo Introduces Recyclable Paper-Based Beverage Packaging
As part of its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) sustainable packaging initiative, New York-based PepsiCo Beverages North America is rolling out paper-based solutions to replace plastic rings across multipacks. The company announced the new paperboard designs will appear in a phased, regional approach across the U.S. later this year. It is the first beverage company to commit […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest
Tony’s Fresh Market Unveils Billboard For IWS Family Health
Tony’s Fresh Market, in conjunction with its charitable arm – Tony’s Charitable Foundation, has unveiled a digital billboard donated to Infant Welfare Society (IWS) Family Health to support and advance the services it offers. The unveiling ceremony took place on Aug. 21 at IWS Family Health at 3600 W. Fullerton Ave. in Chicago, which is […]
Posted inPackaging News, Independent Store News, National
Liviri Launches Independent E-Grocer Grant Program
Fort Collins, Colorado-based Liviri is launching its first Independent E-Grocer Grant Program. It is an initiative that will award resources to an independent grocer. Liviri is committed to supporting grocers in driving operational excellence and optimizing supply chain management for the ever-evolving eGrocery sector. To apply, grocers can submit an application here. “Liviri’s primary focus is to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Joins InComm Healthcare’s OTC Network
InComm Payments, a payments technology company, has announced that Southeastern Grocers has joined the InComm Healthcare over-the-counter network, which provides healthcare plans with supplemental benefit cards that encourage members to purchase healthy foods and other wellness products at participating retailers. Thanks to this new partnership, customers who use InComm Healthcare’s Dual Network Benefit Card will […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Marketing News, National
Walmart’s Online Grocery Sales Reach Record High
Walmart captured nearly 36 percent of all U.S. eGrocery sales in the second quarter of 2023, up more than 5 percentage points from the prior year and its highest share to date, according to the new report, “Measuring the Online Grocery Market: eGrocery Share in the U.S.,” created by Brick Meets Click and sponsored by […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, National
AWG, AppCard Partner For Digital Coupon, Marketing Technology
Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has partnered with New York-based AppCard to offer digital coupon, personalized marketing technology and shopper analytics to its independent AWG member retailers. AppCard’s platform and expertise in leveraging data-driven insights will enable AWG member retailers to offer targeted promotions and personalized offers to its customers. With this partnership, AWG member retailers will […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Schnucks Receives Google Cloud Customer Of Year Award
St. Louis-based Schnucks Markets has received the 2023 Google Cloud Customer of the Year Award in two categories – retail industry and social impact. Schnucks was recognized for its achievements utilizing the Google Cloud ecosystem, helping customers excel in retail operations and community engagement. “The Google Cloud Customer Awards are an opportunity to recognize the […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Marketing News, Merchandising News, Southeast
Butterball Releases 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report
Garner, North Carolina-based Butterball has released its 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report, revealing consumer plans and sentiment. According to the findings, people are optimistic and planning to celebrate – with turkey as the centerpiece – again this year, but inflation is top of mind for many. Notably, 79 percent of consumers who plan to celebrate Thanksgiving expect inflation to impact […]
Posted inPackaging News, Sustainability News, West
Tasteful Selections Introduces Sustainable Fiber Trays
Arvin, California-based Tasteful Selections, a specialty potato brand from RPE LLC, has introduced a new sustainable fiber tray for its Organic Sea Salt and Herb bite-size potatoes. With a range of baby potato types and varieties, Tasteful Selections strives to meet consumers’ culinary aspirations by offering new products and flavors. Anchored by its sustainability pillars […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest, Sustainability News
H-E-B Releases Conservation Documentary Film Series
H-E-B has teamed up with filmmakers to release a series of documentary films that highlight stories of people and organizations conserving wildlife habitat, landscapes and parks across Texas. In the five-film docuseries, H-E-B, through its Our Texas, Our Future commitment, brings attention to the work being done across the state to protect wildlife habitats and […]
Posted inMarketing News, Southeast
The Fresh Market To Sponsor Season 12 Of ‘VeryVera’ Show
Teaming up with Southern cooking show host, entrepreneur and cookbook author Vera Stewart, Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market will be the title grocery sponsor and brand featured on season 12 of “The VeryVera Show.” Airing in 42 markets across the country, each 30-minute episode of “The VeryVera Show” features guests, savory recipes, diversity in food preparation, surprises and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
ReposiTrak Reports First No-Scan KDE Record
Salt Lake City, Utah-based ReposiTrak has created a no-scan Key Data Element (KDE) record, which it bills as a breakthrough to revolutionize the advancement toward tech-enabled food traceability as defined by the FDA’s FSMA Section 204(d) regulation. “This is a major milestone for the industry and proves that FSMA 204 compliance is in fact achievable,” […]
Posted inAssociation News, Marketing News, Merchandising News, National
FMI Report: Parents Buying Groceries Online More Often
The most recent survey of grocery shoppers’ spending habits and attitudes by FMI – The Food Industry Association found that parents are using online grocery shopping more than most consumers. According to FMI’s “Back to School” report, 42 percent of parents noted a year-over-year increase in frequency for buying groceries online. As a group, they […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Equipment, Midwest
Schnucks Adds Rewards Redemption At Self-Checkouts
St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets has announced that shoppers can now redeem rewards points and buy gift cards using self-checkout at most of its Schnucks and Eatwell Market stores. They could previously do so only at traditional checkout lanes. “We continue to listen to our customers’ feedback and work to bring them more efficient shopping experiences […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Southeast
Upside Expanding To Grocery, Helping Maximize Use Of Stores
When Upside was founded just more than seven years ago, it started in fuel. Customers could earn cash back when they filled up their gas tanks at a participating location. Now, Upside has expanded into grocery retail, as well as restaurants. Tyler Renaghan, VP of grocery at Upside, spoke with The Shelby Report’s Maggie Kaeppel at […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Southeast
Toshiba Introduces TCx 900 Point-of-Sale System
The TCx 900 is the newest point-of-sale system from Research Triangle Park, North Carolina-based Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. It provides advanced technology offerings through a modular system in a compact design built to last and evolve with retailers for the long term. The system increases store productivity, enabling retailers to minimize in-store operational expenses and […]