Austin, Texas-based Grocery TV has acquired Mediaworks Advertising Solutions, a digital out-of-home network with sanitizer dispensers located in supermarkets across the U.S., including Schnucks, Cub and Lunds & Byerlys. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Mediaworks’ sanitizer stations, which include a wipe dispensing base with a 32-inch digital display on top, will become part of Grocery TV’s entrance product line. They […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., National, Online Grocery Technology
Catalina Introduces Reach Extender In Kroger Locations
St. Petersburg, Florida-based Catalina has introduced Catalina Reach Extender, which amplifies current digital offers by extending relevant printed offers at checkout to those who shop in-store. The retail data science, insights and media company, 84.51°, is an early collaborator. 84.51° provides personalized promotional offers to Kroger’s digitally engaged shoppers through its website and mobile app through its […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
FMItech Pitch Competition Names Labor App Hyer As Winner
FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced Hyer as the winner of the second-annual FMItech Pitch Competition at the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference in Orlando, Florida. Six finalists presented their food retail technology start-up solutions and event attendees voted on the winner, with the workforce app selected as the favorite. “Retailers have been accelerating their investments across […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Northeast
ShopRite Adds New Digital Shopping Feature For Health, Wellness
Keasbey, New Jersey-based ShopRite has launched new dietary lifestyle filters for shoppers online that enable them to shop items and recipes based on their needs. The filters are the most recent addition to Well Everyday, ShopRite’s health and wellness program that helps customers take steps toward achieving their nutrition goals. With nearly half of shoppers ordering their […]
Posted inPackaging News, West
WestPack 2023 To Showcase Packaging Innovations At Expo
WestPack 2023 has announced a new plan to provide solutions and innovations targeted to the medical device, food and beverage and cannabis industries. Attendees can expect to find the latest packaging equipment, supplies and materials, while learning from industry leaders and other design and packaging engineers at the event. New for 2023, WestPack will feature […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Peapod Digital Labs Seeks Diverse-Owned Brands For Showcase
Chicago-based Peapod Digital Labs is seeking participation in a virtual program aimed at showcasing products from underrepresented suppliers to Ahold Delhaize USA. Peapod is partnering with ECRM and RangeMe to host a series of four virtual events throughout the year. Merchants from the brands of Ahold Delhaize USA will meet with potential new suppliers to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Marketing News, National
Incisiv Shares Findings From Retail Innovation Survey
Incisiv and Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions have announced the findings of an executive survey, titled “State of the Industry: Innovation in Retail.” The study found that 17 percent of retailers can be considered true innovation leaders, despite the majority recognizing the critical importance of innovation for future growth. The study, which surveyed 233 retailers, found that innovation leaders […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Wheaties Extends Packaging Partnership With Simone Biles
Minneapolis-based Wheaties has extended its partnership with Simone Biles to launch the gymnast’s second Wheaties box cover, which will feature her adoption story – the catalyst for her support and advocacy for kids in foster care. Biles’ first Wheaties box cover was announced in June as the finale box of the 100th anniversary century series and year-long […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., National, Online Grocery Technology
Kroger Utilizes Cloud Technology To Increase Productivity
Google Cloud and Deloitte are collaborating with Kroger to help the grocery chain use cloud technologies to increase employee productivity across its 2,800 stores nationwide. Kroger recently deployed a variety of Google Cloud data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning tools under an application framework co-developed by Deloitte and Kroger. The tools are already empowering […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Numina Launches Pakt To Democratize Warehouse Automation
The Numina Group, a Chicago-based designer and integrator of warehouse automation solutions, has announced the launch of Pakt, a pack and ship automation solution, built for fulfillment operations. Pakt breaks down the financial and operational barriers that have previously existed with end of line automation, reducing pack and ship labor by 70 percent and increasing throughput capacity by more […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Post Consumer Brands Introduces Disney Cereals For Anniversary
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Disney, Lakeville, Minnesota-based Post Consumer Brands is participating in the Disney 100 Years of Wonder celebration with the launch of multiple, limited-edition offerings. Post worked with Disney to create a themed fruity cereal, a confetti cake flavored cereal and a special edition collector’s cereal item. The themed fruity cereal features Mickey Mouse head-shaped silhouette cereal pieces with […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Lenovo Showcases Self-Service Kiosk At NRF 2023
At the NRF 2023 Retail Conference, North Carolina-based Lenovo showcased its scan-n-go self-service kiosk, as well as new AI, infrastructure and digital storefront solutions. Lenovo has seen a surge in demand for self-service solutions that integrate digital experiences into brick-and-mortar retail operations. Self-service kiosks offer customers an integrated, contactless shopping experience at checkout, freeing up employees to focus […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Consumers Believe Technology Will Improve Shopping Experience
A consumer shopping survey sponsored by Shekel Scales revealed that 90 percent of consumers believe technology will improve the overall shopping experience. While nearly 60 percent of consumers cited technology that speeds and simplifies the self-checkout process, more than 30 percent of respondents expressed a desire for technology that helps them get in and out of […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Lakeview Farms Receives Redesign Award For La Mexicana Brand
Delphos, Ohio-based Lakeview Farms has received the Designalytics Effectiveness Award for the package redesign of La Mexicana. The awards recognize package redesigns that have been instrumental in driving brand growth. “Hundreds of package designs were considered this year and we’re honored to be one of nine to win an award,” said Greg Klein, chief marketing officer at Lakeview Farms, which owns […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Mercatus Unveils Mobile Grocery Shopping App
Toronto-based Mercatus has announced the evolution of Mercatus Mobile, a new mobile commerce experience for grocery retailers and their customers. According to the company, Mercatus Mobile delivers a “seamless” shopping experience to help grocers increase mobile conversions, improve order frequency and retain online customers. The new mobile app offers grocery retailers more control over their online experience providing […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Executive News, Southeast
Upshop Adds Two Industry Executives To Leadership Team
Tampa, Florida-based Upshop has added two industry executives to its leadership team. The technology firm named Ryan Voorhees as COO and Mark Hawthorne as chief innovation and strategy officer. The former Albertsons and Safeway executives have experience leveraging technology, data science, analytics and business process improvements to transform the grocery shopping experience. “Technology built to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, West
SymphonyAI, Oracle Collaborate On Cloud-Based Solutions
Palo Alto, California-based SymphonyAI has announced a collaboration with Texas-based Oracle to offer its solutions on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure using services including Oracle Exadata Database Service, GPU-accelerated compute and performance monitoring. Beginning with SymphonyAI’s retail and CPG vertical solutions, customers can transition to the cloud to shorten technology deployment time and help ensure better real-time services with robust scalability […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Chex Mix Collaborates With Sir Mix-A-Lot On Bagel Chips
Minneapolis-based Chex Mix is bringing its bagel chip back to Traditional Chex Mix bags. To announce the launch, the company has partnered with Sir Mix-A-Lot to release a remix of his song, “Baby Got Back.” The duo teamed up to create a snack-inspired remix and corresponding music video, aptly titled “Bagel is Back.” “You can’t […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southwest
DemandTec By Acoustic Selects Logic As Partner For Customer Base
Conway, Arkansas-based DemandTec by Acoustic has announced a partnership with Logic to deliver implementation and change management services to its global customer base. With this partnership, DemandTec customers have access to Logic’s retail technology consultants, methodologies and technology accelerators. The companies will deliver tools and strategic advice to help retailers implement technology solutions and address supply chain disruption, rising […]
Posted inPackaging News, West
New Seasons Market Receives Worldstar Global Packaging Award
Portland, Oregon-based New Seasons Market has received a WorldStar Global Packaging Award from the World Packaging Organization. The award recognizes the Partner Brand fresh pasta packaging Graphic Packaging International created for the grocer. Replacing the rigid plastic clamshells New Seasons Market previously used, the PaperSeal tray reduces plastic usage by 91 percent, eliminates 120,000 plastic packs from […]