Deep Dive: Page 2
Industry insights from our journalists
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5 takeaways from FMI's Midwinter Executive Conference
This year's discussion focused on solutions to the multitude of challenges supermarkets face, from digital transformation to shifting consumer preferences.
Jeff Wells • Jan. 30, 2019 -
'Hey Alexa, what's the future of voice ordering for groceries?'
Analysts say the technology still has too much friction for convenience-seeking shoppers, but that major changes will happen over the next five to 10 years.
Krishna Thakker • Jan. 29, 2019 -
What can US retailers learn from China?
Stores like Alibaba's Hema offer a vision of the future for American grocers, but experts say creating a similarly seamless omnichannel experience isn't easy — and may not be possible.
Jessica Dumont • Jan. 22, 2019 -
Smartphones to store transformations: 6 grocery trends to watch in 2019
Experts say retailers will continue to remake the shopping experience this year with investments in key areas like delivery, mobile innovation and creative partnerships.
Jeff Wells and Krishna Thakker • Jan. 07, 2019 -
Why cannabis is more than just a buzzy investment for food and beverage companies
Changing attitudes, consumer acceptance and legalization have shifted the substance from lazy stoners to big businesses.
Megan Poinski • Dec. 18, 2018 -
Grocery Outlet rides the discount wave
The extreme-value grocer, which plans to open 40 stores in 2019, sees an opportunity to go national with its deep discounts on name brands.
Jessica Dumont • Dec. 17, 2018 -
Will automation take online grocery to the next level?
Using robots to fill and deliver orders promises to save retailers money and boost consumer demand, but with the technology still in its test phase, the broader impact remains unclear.
Jeff Wells • Dec. 10, 2018 -
Farmstead takes a tech-first approach to online grocery
The retailer's cheap, speedy delivery and artificial intelligence-powered sourcing model could help it make headway against a growing slate of competitors.
Krishna Thakker • Dec. 10, 2018 -
It's not easy being green: Romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak rattles food, grocery industries
The FDA's decision to request that the popular green gets pulled from shelves sent "a strong message" to the produce sector, according to a former agency official, while costing supermarkets millions of dollars in losses.
Christopher Doering • Dec. 10, 2018 -
'No second thoughts': Assessing the Ahold Delhaize merger two years later
The company says it has achieved significant cost savings and is ready to expand, but experts question whether it has done enough to differentiate itself from competitors.
Christopher Doering • Nov. 27, 2018 -
3 measures on the ballot that could impact food and grocery
Voters will decide whether to ban all new grocery taxes — including those on soda — in Washington and Oregon, and may change animal welfare requirements for meat and eggs sold in California.
Lillianna Byington • Nov. 06, 2018 -
What's the secret sauce behind Mariano's store experience?
At Groceryshop last week, the Chicagoland chain along with a few others offered tips on how to turn locations into destinations.
Jeff Wells • Nov. 05, 2018 -
Just-ified: How FreshDirect's private brand is winning over online shoppers
Six years after its founding, the e-grocer's Just brand is focused on transparency and leveraging data to create one-of-a-kind selections.
Krishna Thakker • Nov. 05, 2018 -
How can grocers solve the labor equation?
With unemployment at a historic low and retailers on hiring sprees, employers will need to offer benefits and wages that stand out from the competition in order to attract and retain talent.
Jessica Dumont • Nov. 05, 2018 -
How M&A brings new products and fresh insight to Big Food
From knowledge about plant-based foods to sourcing organic crops, buyers are looking for more than cost savings when they make a purchase — but those benefits can sometimes be hard to find.
Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2018 -
IGA's CEO is bringing independents into the new age
One year into his tenure, John Ross is delivering cutting-edge data and e-commerce solutions to stores. But will it be enough to compete effectively against larger chains?
Jeff Wells • Oct. 17, 2018 -
Green Zebra Grocery wants to conquer the West Coast
Can the grocery-convenience hybrid that its CEO calls 'a cross between Whole Foods and 7-Eleven' expand beyond its Portland enclave?
Louise Kramer • Oct. 15, 2018 -
Can Stop & Shop 'test and learn' its way to a turnaround?
In an interview with Grocery Dive, president Mark McGowan said the company's new-look Connecticut stores will be a laboratory for the chain's future growth — but it's hardly the only store trying to elevate the shopping experience.
Jeff Wells • Oct. 08, 2018 -
Inside Peapod's delivery planning, where every second counts
The e-grocer has amassed a trove of valuable data, but some analysts question whether it's effectively using that information to keep pace with competitors like Amazon and Instacart.
Christopher Doering • Oct. 08, 2018 -
M&A helps food and grocery companies do everything better
Adding trendy products? Reacting quickly to consumer feedback? Delivering groceries and ready-made meals to consumers' doors? Through acquisitions, some of the biggest industry players have added these capabilities.
Jessi Devenyns • Oct. 04, 2018 -
Why customer loyalty programs are more important than ever
From rewards points to cash back and personalized coupons, grocers and analysts discuss the best ways to capture consumers and keep them coming back.
Jessica Dumont • Sept. 26, 2018 -
5 ways grocers are elevating the store experience
From store-grown produce to a renewed emphasis on service counters, retailers are focusing on innovation as well as time-honored strategies in an effort to keep their stores relevant.
Jeff Wells • Sept. 17, 2018 -
Grocers step up their game with flagship locations
From free popcorn to bars with a view, these next-generation stores are helping retailers differentiate themselves and test out new features in an increasingly competitive industry.
Jessica Dumont • Sept. 17, 2018 -
Feeding Fido: Food brands sniff out opportunities in the pet market
These investments have been CPGs' best friend. Just ask Smucker, whose entire profit in the last quarter came from the acquisition of a trendy brand.
Pamela DeLoatch • Aug. 22, 2018 -
Going around the grocery: How brands use e-commerce to sell direct-to-consumer
As the model continues to expand, brands and grocers are searching for innovative methods to reach consumers through data, technology and content.
Krishna Thakker • July 30, 2018
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