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  Is the grocery sector prepared for the artificial intelligence revolution?

  Grocers are rolling out automated solutions, but they should also be ready to retrain and redeploy displaced workers, writes Sean McBride of DSM Strategic Communications.

  Sean McBride • March 8, 2019

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  How to leapfrog Amazon in food

  Amazon's strategic challenges in experience, private brands and its overall food proposition spell opportunity for competitors, writes Pete Killian of Vivaldi.

  Pete Killian • Feb. 14, 2019

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  3 steps to creating a more customer-centric store

  Creating the store of the future means determining the company's core shopper and then designing experiences for them, writes Becki Zeuner of Siegel + Gale.

  Becki Zeuner • Feb. 5, 2019

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  Why grocery chains are making their biggest changes in decades

  As retailers have scrambled to keep pace with competitors and with Amazon, three innovations have emerged as scalable solutions that meet key shopper needs, writes Baesman's Evan Magliocca.

  Evan Magliocca • Jan. 2, 2019

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  3 ways retailers and suppliers can improve collaboration

  As grocers and manufacturers face unique challenges, breaking down longstanding barriers and working effectively together has never been more important, writes Victoria Vessella of Repsly.

  Victoria Vessella • Nov. 26, 2018

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  How grocers can drive brand loyalty in the age of disruption

  With so many choices, consumers will gravitate towards retailers that feature the best deals and personalized offers, writes Curtis Tingle of Valassis.

  Curtis Tingle • Nov. 12, 2018

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  7 big takeaways from Groceryshop

  There were no earth-shattering announcements, but it was refreshing to have a venue focused on the foundational changes taking place in the supermarket industry, writes Laura Heller of Performics.

  Laura Heller • Nov. 2, 2018

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  4 ways grocers can improve their online product content

  Grocery e-commerce is growing, but retailers often fail to engage customers with photos, interactive elements and other features, writes Content Analytics CEO Dave Feinleib.

  David Feinleib • Nov. 1, 2018

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  Forget customer convenience, Amazon Go is really about customer data

  With each subsequent visit, Amazon will know much more about not only customers' digital shopping habits and preferences, but also brick-and-mortar behaviors, writes Signal's Jason Ankeny.

  Jason Ankeny • Oct. 23, 2018

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  Why grocers should focus on customer service in their aisles

  Retailers often leave it up to cashiers to assist shoppers, but by the time someone gets to the checkout stand it's often too late, writes John Larson, senior partner at John Larson & Company. 

  John Larson • Oct. 2, 2018

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  The future of produce marketing is demand creation

  While promotion of fruits and vegetables should always highlight health and nutrition, Lauren M. Scott, Produce Marketing Association's marketing director, argues it should increasingly focus on wants and aspirations, as well. 

  Lauren M. Scott • Sept. 12, 2018

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  Knowing your audience is key to grocers' success

  While new technologies are appearing in the supermarket business, Sylvain Perrier, CEO of Mercatus Technologies, outlines what retailers need to consider before deciding whether to implement them.

  Sylvain Perrier • Aug. 20, 2018

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  How to target shoppers when ingredients drive the sale

  Consumers now check product labels before deciding what goes in their carts. Catalina's Mark Bees explains how brands and retailers can figure out which components they want to find.

  Mark Bees • July 30, 2018

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  Striking a balance between pricing and provenance

  Kieran Forsey, CEO of private brand grocery specialist Solutions for Retail Brands, explains why "clean and clear" labeling is a key weapon in the battle of the supermarkets.

  Kieran Forsey • July 9, 2018

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  Going bananas to keep perishable goods on the move

  To keep sensitive products from aging during transit, importers and exporters must look carefully at every step of the supply chain process, writes Gary M. Barraco of Amber Road.

  Gary M. Barraco • May 22, 2018

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  The future of grocery shopping is closer than you think

  Consumers are looking for in-store experiences personalized for them, such as fresh and healthy items, exclusive offers and friendly customer service, says Holly Pavlika of Inmar.

  Holly Pavlika • May 1, 2018

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  Preparing front-line grocery workers for the retail revolution

  While embracing technology is central to transformation in the space, the human element must not be overlooked. RevUnit's David Baker explains how training can empower employees.

  David Baker • April 26, 2018

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  Prepared foods are hot, but inefficiency could cool the trend

  Technologies that increase efficiency in perimeter departments are essential to maintaining margins, says Art Powell of Digimarc Corporation. 

  Art Powell • April 23, 2018

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  Pollution: The next big food opportunity

  Food and beverage brands have a chance to respond to consumer demand for cleaner, functional products while helping reduce global pollution at the same time, says Mandy Saven of Stylus.

  Mandy Saven • April 17, 2018

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  In the Toys R Us void, toy makers should target grocery

  As the massive toy retailer winds down, producers can fill the gaps in their profit-and-loss statements by targeting supermarkets, writes Tim Hall, CEO of research firm Simporter.

  Tim Hall • April 5, 2018

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  Here is what's next as grocers catch up to e-commerce

  Grocery e-commerce is expensive, but the faster retailers can adjust to the new online reality the more costs will come down, writes Victoria Gustafson of Astound Commerce. 

  Victoria Gustafson • March 29, 2018

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  Thinking outside the meal kit box to improve food safety and quality

  While these products have become popular, there are challenges that remain. Steritech's Doug Sutton offers advice on ways to address high cancellation rates and falling sales.

  Doug Sutton • March 28, 2018

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  Go fresh or go home: Grocers confront a new landscape

  As Amazon continues to pressure center store profits, Forager CEO David Stone writes that supermarkets should make fresh produce the core of their competitive strategy.

  David Stone • March 26, 2018

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  Recipe for failure: The 5 mistakes global retailers make when entering the U.S.

  As the grocery industry grows more competitive, global supermarket chains are eager to reposition themselves and build out their footprint in new markets. 

  Keith Daniels • March 8, 2018

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  How grocery retailers can survive in the age of Amazon

  Victoria Gustafson, the CPG/grocery strategy vertical lead at Astound Commerce, describes how supermarkets can leverage hyperlocalization and other industry cornerstones to fend off the e-commerce giant. 

  Victoria Gustafson • Feb. 2, 2018

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