Instacart has shared that three additional grocers – Aldi, Gelson’s and Hornbacher’s – are connecting their electronic shelf labels hardware to Carrot Tags‘ pick to light functionality, following a recent chainwide rollout at Schnucks earlier this year. Carrot Tags is Instacart’s software solution that integrates into a retailer’s electronic shelf labels (ESL) hardware to enable […]
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FMI Report: Private Brands Growing Force Across Grocery Store Industry
Although food inflation is decreasing slightly, higher prices are continuing to impact consumers’ wallets. In an inflationary environment, private brands are emerging as a strategic solution for grocery retailers. According to the latest FMI – The Food Industry Association’s Power of Private Brands report, the popularity of private brands is on the rise, driven by […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Instacart Storefront Pro Helps Grocers Optimize Online Sales
Instacart has announced that Sprouts, Harmons, The Save Mart Companies and Rosauers are enhancing their digital presence with Instacart Storefront Pro, an advanced e-commerce solution designed for grocers of all sizes. Storefront Pro, billed as an affordable way for grocers to get online and add e-commerce to their websites, offers features and extensive customization options. Harmons has […]
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FMI Presents 2025 FMItech Pitch Competition Finalists
FMI – The Food Industry Association has named three finalists for its FMItech Pitch Competition. Badge, NoxuData and Workrz will each have a chance to give a seven-minute pitch on their technology solutions to a panel of judges and live audience during the 2025 FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. The winner will later present to all attendees during a keynote session. […]
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FMI, NGA, IFPA Ready To Work With New U.S. Leadership
Following the results of the Nov. 5 U.S. election, which will return former President Donald Trump to the White House and reshape the 119th Congress, several food industry association shared statements. FMI – The Food Industry Association FMI President and CEO Leslie G. Sarasin stated the association affirms its commitment to working with the new […]
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Time For Independent Grocers, Their Communities To Give Thanks For Each Other
Being the heart of the community takes on a deeper meaning at this time of year, as the fall and winter holidays traditionally center around the family table, and independent grocers bear a great responsibility in helping folks fill that table. This year, as Thanksgiving approaches, we should pause to consider our fellow Americans impacted […]
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Uber Eats Accepting SNAP EBT Through Albertsons Cos., Walgreens
Uber Eats is accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments, beginning with regional grocery banners Albertsons, Safeway, Jewel-Osco and Vons, as well as Walgreens locations nationwide and Duane Reade stores in New York. Eligible customers can use their SNAP EBT benefits to order groceries from participating locations through the Uber Eats […]
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Survey Highlights How Grocery Stores Can Improve In-Store Experience
Experience agency ChangeUp has published results from a nationwide survey that highlights how grocery stores can better meet and exceed customer expectations. ChangeUp’s team of retail experts and strategists surveyed 800 grocery shoppers to explore the growing disconnect between today’s sophisticated shoppers and grocery stores. The report, “How Shoppers are Outpacing Store Evolution,” was conducted to provide retailers with critical […]