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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. 02, 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. 01, 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. 02, 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 09, 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 01, 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 05, 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 08, 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. 02, 2018

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  The dynamics of food donation

  With more than a third of products going to waste, Inmar's Rob Zomok discusses the benefits of donating items for manufacturers and retailers, and how they can overcome obstacles that may slow or prevent them from doing so.

  Rob Zomok • Jan. 02, 2018

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  Grocers: Inefficient cash handling is costing your stores money

  As supermarkets look for new ways to increase efficiencies and reduce spending, Cummin Allison's Tim Grabacki offers advice on how to help improve a location's bottom line.

  Tim Grabacki • Dec. 19, 2017

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  'Alexa, add my favorite yogurt to my list'

  As grocery e-commerce gets more personal, Diego Maniloff of Unata says it's time for retailers to turn their efforts to voice recognition technology.

  Diego Maniloff • Dec. 08, 2017

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  Industry disruption demands effective manufacturer-retailer collaboration

  In a rapidly changing sector with growing competition, Wayne Spencer from T-Pro Solutions offers advice on how food producers and stores can work more closely together to achieve meaningful results.  

  Wayne Spencer • Nov. 30, 2017

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  Beyond traditional: Grocers need to use new forecasting methods to stock the digital shelf

  Getting an accurate, detailed prediction at scale is table stakes today in order to compete with the Amazons and Instacarts of the world, and Anush Viswanathan from Ugam has suggestions for retailers to improve.  

  Anush Viswanathan • Nov. 20, 2017

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  Socrates' advice for moving your products off the shelf faster

  With food and beverage manufacturers competing with thousands of other products, Victoria Vessella from Repsly discusses how companies can get consumers to buy their item once it reaches the store.

  Victoria Vessella • Nov. 08, 2017

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