OneView Commerce Inc., a subsidiary of OneView Group Ltd and an SaaS-based headless and serverless digital store platform, has reached an agreement with Kroger to develop what it says is a next-generation point-of-sale solution. Founded in 2011, OneView has worked with global retailers in more than 15 countries to transform traditional point of sale capabilities […]
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StopLift’s New AI Can Detect Self-Checkout Theft, Prevent False Alerts
Retail chains can now receive real-time reporting on self-checkout theft and other scan avoidance—as well as prevent false alerts at the self-checkout—with StopLift Checkout Vision Systems’ SmartAssist artificial intelligence (AI) technology. SmartAssist AI prevents false alerts and interventions, immediately flags unscanned merchandise at the self-checkout, and alerts the attendant before the customer leaves the checkout, says StopLift. The […]
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Orri Jaffa Mandarins Heading To North America
The Plant Production and Marketing Board of Israel predicts that 2019 will see significant increase in exports of the Orri Jaffa mandarin to the U.S. and Canada. The Tel Aviv-based organization set goals for expanding export of its leading, easy-to-peel mandarin in response to the increased demand for high-quality, easy-peelers. The Jaffa Orri is a mandarin developed by […]
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Survey: Americans Plan To Increase Plant-Based Intake In The New Year
As Americans look to improve their overall health and wellness in the New Year, YouGov, a global public opinion and data company, conducted a survey for Kite Hill that uncovered consumers’ health goals in the New Year and their perceptions of plant-based products. The survey of more than 1,200 U.S. adults suggests that improved health and […]
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USDA To Protect SNAP Participants’ Access To Assistance In February
At the direction of President Trump, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue on Jan. 8 revealed a plan to ensure that low-income Americans have access to the nutrition they need during the partial government shutdown over funding for the border wall. The plan provides full benefits for participants in USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) […]
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Bringing Deli To The People: Volume 4
Sponsored content Be Local: Feast Portland by Brad Bennett/channel marketing manager, deli, Tyson Foods Inc. If you’re looking for the perfect foodie destination, just head to the weirdest place on the left coast! Feast Portland is not your average food and drink festival. What I experienced could only be described as a movement that showcases the […]
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Trader Joe’s Again Takes Top Spot On Retailer Preference Index
Dunnhumby, a customer data science company, on Jan. 9 released the second annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), a nationwide study that examines the $700 billion U.S. grocery market. The RPI study surveyed 7,000 U.S. households to determine which of the top 56 largest grocery retailers have the strongest combination of financial performance and consumer emotional […]
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Kroger And Microsoft Introducing New Digital Solutions For The Retail Industry
The Kroger Co. and Microsoft Corp. are collaborating in an effort to “redefine the customer experience” using Kroger Technology products powered by Microsoft Azure, the retailer’s preferred cloud platform for Retail as a Service (RaaS). Through this partnership, Kroger will pilot a connected store experience and together with Microsoft, jointly market a commercial RaaS product […]
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Cattlemen’s Beef Board Welcomes 35 New Members
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue in late December announced the appointment of 35 members to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board. Producers and importers newly appointed to serve 3-year terms are: Mary Jo Rideout, Red Rock, Arizona Hugh Sanburg, Eckert, Colorado Stephanie Dykshorn, Ireton, Iowa David C. Bruene, Kelley, Iowa Randall W. Debler, Alma, Kansas […]
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Sprouts Hiring For New Florida, Nevada Stores
Sprouts Farmers Market soon will be hiring for new stores in Florida and Nevada. One of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, Sprouts soon will finish construction on its first West Palm Beach store, located in Wellington, Florida, and a new location in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 30,000-square-foot store at 816 South State Road 7 […]
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Uncle Ben’s, Retailers Donate More Than $24,000 To Schools Nationwide
The Uncle Ben’s brand is teaming up with local retailers across the country to donate more than $24,000 to schools as part of its annual Ben’s Beginners program. As part of the program, retailers select local schools to receive a donation to encourage healthy eating in their communities. Donations from Albertsons, Hannaford, Raleys and Stater Bros. will […]
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Health Plus Desired Experience Key To Helping People Eat More Fruits And Veggies
Along with a wave of resolutions starting the new year will come a flood of health messages, “eat healthy with more fruits and vegetables” no doubt among them. Turns out those interested in helping consumers boost their fruit and vegetable intake might find greater success going beyond health. New research from Produce Marketing Association (PMA) conducted […]
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2019 Food Safety Summit To Offer Education Sessions To Address Emerging Issues
The Food Safety Summit has planned a dynamic education program for its 21st annual conference and trade show taking place May 6-9, 2019, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. The conference program will feature sessions led by industry thought leaders; a keynote presentation by Michael Taylor, co-chair of the Stop Foodborne Illness […]
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Flow Alkaline Spring Water Rolls Out ‘Flow Glow’ CBD-Infused Water
Flow Alkaline Spring Water, a brand of naturally alkaline spring water from Canada, is launching a functional beverage line following what the company says is the “strong success” of its core product across North America. The new Flow Glow line is infused with CBD in select markets and botanical and antioxidant ingredients. “Flow Glow is ultra-hydrating, mineral-rich H2O super […]
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Kroger Selling Its ‘You Technology’ Platform To Inmar
Inmar and The Kroger Co. are forming a new strategic relationship that they say will drive innovation in digital offer management. The relationship includes the sale to Inmar of You Technology, a digital coupon and digital rebate publishing unit owned by Kroger. The sale includes a long-term services agreement with Inmar for the continued delivery of digital […]
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HR & Benefits News: Top 2 HR Compliance Questions From Independent Grocers
HR & Benefits News is a monthly column by Chris Cooley, co-founder of MyHRConcierge and SMB Benefits Advisors. Independent grocers are all too familiar with the challenges they face on a daily basis regarding the rapidly evolving supermarket industry, including competition from conventional grocery giants, changing technology, and managing cash flows amidst food deflation and increased labor […]
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Kroger and GoodRx Launch The Kroger Rx Savings Club
Kroger Co. has launched its Rx Savings Club, a new program designed to significantly reduce the cost of prescription drugs for customers across the country, adding to the retailer’s Wellness Your Way platform. The program was developed in partnership with GoodRx–America’s No. 1 source for prescription drug savings. The Kroger Rx Savings Club provides customers with exclusive access to […]
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Annual Meal Planning Survey Reveals Healthy Habits Are In Store For 2019
Peapod, the country’s leading online grocer, found in its annual meal planning forecast that Americans have a continued and growing appreciation of a home-cooked meal. Survey results, compiled by Engine, showed 77 percent of Americans say they would rather eat a homemade meal than go out for dinner. Resolving to spend more time in the […]
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The Shelby Report Will Have A New Look For The New Year
As the new year approaches and thoughts turn to resolutions and self-improvement, The Shelby Report would like to let you know about a few improvements we’re making to our products. Starting early in the new year, you’ll notice some changes to our website and e-newsletters. TheShelbyReport.com is getting a new look that we think will […]
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NCBA Hails Congressional Approval Of 2018 Farm Bill
In response to Congress’ passage of the 2018 Farm Bill on Wednesday, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester has issued the following statement: “America’s cattlemen and women want common sense and certainty from Congress this holiday season and throughout the year—today they received that through the passage of the Farm Bill. Certainty that […]