Corporate Operations: Page 116


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    Aldi study: The grocer is easier, faster and more fun than Walmart, Kroger

    Nine out of 10 shoppers agree the store is more cost-effective than other retailers, while 77% say it's simpler, according to a study from Kantar commissioned by the discounter. 

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 15, 2019
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    Why grocers are looking outside the industry for executive talent

    As challenges mount, an insular industry has started recruiting technology management from other channels. Should they extend their efforts across the C-suite?

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 15, 2019
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    Grocery loyalty

    Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    Giant rebrands its delivery service

    Giant Delivers, which previously operated as Peapod by Giant, promises a more cohesive customer experience and expanded product assortment. 

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 15, 2019
  • Uber to acquire international grocery delivery startup

    The ride-sharing service's deal for a majority stake in Chile-based Cornershop is expected to close in early 2020, following regulatory approval. 

    By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 14, 2019
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    Mercato introduces delivery membership program

    The e-commerce platform will offer two membership types based on users' desired delivery radius, each with free, unlimited same-day delivery.

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 14, 2019
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    New Seasons Market creates microloan program

    The grocer has introduced a fund for underrepresented business owners with plans to give loans between $5,000 and $25,000.

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 14, 2019
  • Schnucks to close 3 St. Louis stores it acquired last year

    The former Shop 'n Save locations, which will shutter due to poor performance, were part of the 19-store pickup the grocer made last year from Supervalu. 

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 14, 2019
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    FreshDirect looking to sell, according to report

    The New York City-based online grocer's move to its new facility in the Bronx has taken a toll on its business, sources told the New York Post. 

    By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 14, 2019
  • Walmart's topsy-turvy week ends with the exit of US chief

    The leader of the retailer's domestic turnaround is handing his role to Sam's Club's John Furner while Walmart's digital business goes through a sharp pivot.

    By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 11, 2019
  • The Fresh Market enhances executive team with new chief merchandising officer

    The North Carolina-based specialty grocer has hired Dan Portnoy to lead the team's product development and marketing initiatives. 

    By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 11, 2019
  • Kroger's Ocado strategy is misguided, firm says

    Jefferies analysts said each Ocado shed could take about four years to turn a profit and return limited market share gains.

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 11, 2019
  • Power shutoff in California leaves grocery stores in the dark

    Dozens of grocers, including Raley's, try to stay open as they face up to five days of outages as PG&E cuts power to mitigate fire risk.

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 10, 2019
  • Major chains face animal welfare and labor rights allegations

    PETA and Oxfam America are taking aim at several retailers based on undercover footage and research depicting unsafe and unsanitary conditions. 

    By Lauren Manning • Updated Oct. 10, 2019
  • Whole Foods to test robot barista

    The cutting-edge coffee maker, which will open inside a Houston store next month, features an order-ahead app and in-store kiosks.

    By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 10, 2019
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    Report: Publix, Costco and Kroger drive sales for Instacart

    Strong sales from the major retailers have kept Instacart from hitting a post-Whole Foods partnership slump, according to Edison Trends. 

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 9, 2019
  • Natural Grocers upgrades meat and seafood

    The refreshed counters will include a new labeling system and offer high-quality, exotic meats and seafood including yak, ostrich and mahi-mahi.

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 9, 2019
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    Lidl to offer medical benefits to all part-time US employees

    The perk goes into effect next year and represents a $9 million investment across its more than 70 stores.

    By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 9, 2019
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    Giant casts a wider net with new rewards program

    The grocer's Choice Rewards program builds on its popular Gas Extra Rewards program to offer shoppers more ways to redeem points.  

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 8, 2019
  • Kroger to drop e-cigarettes

    The evolving public debate regarding e-cigarettes' safety and an increasingly complex regulatory environment sparked the retailer's decision.

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 8, 2019
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    Booksmart: Smart & Final links up with California State PTA

    The Los Angeles-based retailer will become the first-ever grocery partner for the organization and its more than 730,000 members.

    By Jennifer Sweeney • Oct. 8, 2019
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    Imperfect Foods reinvents itself in New York City

    Previously known as Imperfect Produce, the subscription box retailer is entering one of the toughest grocery e-commerce markets.

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 7, 2019
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    Hy-Vee releases findings from data breach investigation

    The company began looking into the issue following suspicious activity on payment systems at its fuel stations and restaurants in July.

    By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 7, 2019
  • Schnucks to end tobacco sales

    To help customers quit smoking, the retailer will offer double rewards starting this month on all of its over-the-counter smoking cessation products.

    By Lauren Manning • Oct. 4, 2019
  • Kroger laying off hundreds of managers nationwide

    The news comes as the retailer focuses on alternative revenue and cutting $1 billion in annual expenses.

    By Oct. 3, 2019
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    Inside the store: Save Mart's flagship in central California

    The prototype will feature a new in-store restaurant, farmstand-style produce department, house-smoked meats and a team of specialists in store departments.

    By Jessica Dumont • Oct. 3, 2019