Dot Foods has partnered with Crisp to launch Crisp at Dot, an analytics platform designed to provide suppliers with actionable insights. With the platform, suppliers gain access to automated and visualized SKU-level data, enabling more informed decision-making and greater operational efficiency. By automating manual processes and delivering harmonized, clean data in an easy-to-use platform, it helps suppliers identify […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inSustainability News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Commemorates Earth Day With Deals, Sweepstakes
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is celebrating Earth Day with special savings, giveaways and educational efforts. Each year, the company showcases environmentally conscious products and practices and hosts a special fundraiser throughout April to bring awareness to the importance of a healthy planet. The company’s month-long Earth Day celebration culminates with three days of Earth Day […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Deli News, Grocery Store Equipment, National, News
Procurant Introduces Fresh AI Offering
Procurant has introduced Procurant Fresh AI, the first artificial intelligence solution made for perishables category management in retail grocery. Procurant Fresh AI uses the company’s expertise in the perishables category to reduce costs, streamline decision-making, eliminate reporting and deliver accurate insights to executives and frontline users alike. Procurant Fresh AI provides accurate insights within an […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks Joins DoorDash For On-Demand Delivery
Schnucks Markets Inc. has begun a partnership with DoorDash to provide consumers with access to on-demand delivery of groceries and daily essentials, as well as accept SNAP/EBT payments on the DoorDash Marketplace. “Consumers look to DoorDash to shop fresh, affordable groceries on-demand,” said Mike Goldblatt, VP of grocery and retail partnerships. “We’re thrilled to welcome […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southeast, Walmart
Walmart Opens New Distribution Center In Jacksonville, FL
Walmart celebrated the grand opening of a 1-million-square-foot distribution center April 17 at 1511 Zoo Parkway in Jacksonville, Florida. The facility receives and processes items for delivery to 18 Sam’s Club locations across Florida, Georgia and South Carolina, as well as seven clubs in Puerto Rico. Located 10 minutes from the Port of Jacksonville, the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, Southwest, Supply Chain News
H-E-B Truck Driver Marks 4M Miles Safely Driven On Texas Roads
H-E-B truck driver Homer Flores recently accomplished a new milestone – driving four million miles consecutively without a single accident or traffic incident. On April 14, he reached the mark after a delivery run from Kingsville to Corpus Christi, Texas. Upon arrival, his official tally was 4,000,007 consecutive miles. He was greeted by family, friends, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National, Walmart
Walmart Uses Geospatial Technology To Expand Delivery Zones
Walmart is using advanced geospatial technology to divide geographic areas into precise hexagonal grids, optimizing delivery zones. According to Walmart, the technology allows for more accurate mapping of delivery areas, enabling multiple stores to fulfill a customer’s order in one trip. “Convenience is a key driver of our growth, and technology is what enables us […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, News, Northeast, ShopRite
Cingari Family Markets Begins Renovating ShopRite In Derby, CT
Cingari Family Markets has begun renovating the ShopRite at 49 Pershing Drive in Derby, Connecticut. The updates will introduce a fresh, contemporary store design, along with expanded departments and upgraded amenities that provide greater convenience, variety and an elevated shopping experience. Construction is expected to wrap up by late spring. The store will remain open […]