Heinen’s is extending its use of the Afresh AI platform to period ending inventory across its fresh departments, replacing manual after-hours counts with AI-generated inventory estimates in produce, meat, deli, cheese and bakery. The Warrensville Heights, Ohio-based grocer already used Afresh for store ordering, so adding the inventory review required no new integrations or devices, […]
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AWG Urges Suppliers To Prioritize Independents At Crossmark Summit
Viewed collectively, independent grocers comprise one of the industry’s largest retail networks.
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AWG Modernizes ‘Always Save’ Packaging With Bolder Look
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Jewel-Osco President Retires After 35 Years With Parent Co.
He had served as president of the Chicago-area grocer since last August.
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