The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has partnered with Instacart as its new Red Oval Partner. Through the arrangement, Instacart will make it easier for more than 2,000 IGA member stores across the U.S to access its suite of advanced technologies, insights and benefits. These services offer enterprise-grade technology products and solutions that enhance retailers’ e-commerce […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Packaging News, Southeast
DS Smith Introduces DryPack Seafood Box
DS Smith, a global provider of sustainable, fiber-based corrugated packaging, is launching its DryPack seafood box in North America. A sustainable replacement for non-recyclable expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam boxes, DS Smith DryPack is a no-leak, 100 percent water-resistant, fully recyclable box that, when packed with ice, can keep fresh fish below 40 degrees Fahrenheit for more than […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Feature, West
Innit Using AI, Expert Info To Create Online Shopping Experience
“What’s in it?” Many customers ask this same question when looking for products and recipes. Kevin Brown, CEO and co-founder of California-based Innit, said his personalized food intelligence platform aims to answer that query. “We wanted to start with that question,” he said. “And that informs a lot of what we’re doing around our technology, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Three Regional Grocers Establish Instacart Storefronts
Recent retailer additions to the Instacart Storefront, which is billed as an affordable way for grocers of all sizes to get online and add e-commerce to their websites, include Canseco’s Market, Harps Foods and Price Chopper. “Instacart Storefront offers our team the opportunity to easily configure and deploy a custom-branded website, particularly as we continue […]
Posted inCoborn's, Frozen Food, Midwest, Sustainability News
Coborn’s, Hillphoenix Team Up For Presentation At NGA Show
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s and Hillphoenix will give a presentation during The NGA Show on how grocers can navigate the upcoming changes from the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act. The presentation, set for 8:45-9:30 a.m. March 11, centers on how Coborn’s countered the AIM Act by switching to CO2. It will feature Chris Braun, Coborn’s […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast
Retail Fluent Helping Grocers Build Forward-Thinking Stores
Retail Fluent, a leading retail construction, design and decor firm based in Little Falls, New Jersey, has built its reputation on forward-thinking stores. The company has spent the past year expanding its retail media network and service platform. Kevin Ruddy, VP of retail group of Retail Fluent, said the company’s RMN features a complete turnkey […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Fox Packaging Receives PFAS-Free Status On All Packaging
Fox Packaging has eliminated Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) from all its flexible packaging options. This milestone reinforces its commitment to sustainability, environmental responsibility and its partnership with customers. The use of PFAS in flexible food packaging has become a topic of concern, particularly in the context of fresh produce. As of this year, several states […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast, Whole Foods
Whole Foods To Open ‘Daily Shop’ Format Store In NYC
Whole Foods Market is introducing a new, quick-shop store format to provide customers in urban neighborhoods with easier access to fresh offerings. The new format – Whole Foods Market Daily Shop – will initially launch on the Upper East Side in Manhattan with additional locations in New York City to follow. The first store, located […]