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Sponsored by Fibre Box AssociationMaking the world go 'round: Circularity in supply chains
Consumers count sustainability as a top priority for products, packaging and delivery.
By Rachel Kenyon, Senior Vice President, Fibre Box Association • Nov. 8, 2021 -
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Sprouts sees comp sales fall as strategy stalls
The produce-focused grocer has not been able to regain the approximately 25% of transactions it lost in the second quarter of 2020, CEO Jack Sinclair said during the company's earnings call.
By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 5, 2021 -
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TrendlineGrocery loyalty
Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.
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OSHA: Employers have 60 days to mandate COVID-19 vaccines
It is a monumental — if expected — development for workplaces throughout the U.S. But expect the news on the emergency temporary standard to move fast.
By Ryan Golden • Updated Nov. 4, 2021 -
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Kroger launches Boost membership program
The service, which offers no-fee delivery for $59 or $99 a year, has rolled out to four markets, with more on the way next year.
By Jeff Wells • Nov. 4, 2021 -
Harris Teeter announces upcoming retirement of its president
Tammy DeBoer, the grocer’s senior vice president of merchandising, operations and marketing, will succeed Rod Antolock after his exit on Feb. 1, 2022.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 3, 2021 -
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Amazon Fresh stores gaining a 'core group' of shoppers, traffic data shows
Foot traffic measured across eight locations this year shows a steady stream of visits, indicating they've "successfully integrated" into their local markets, according to Placer.ai.
By Jeff Wells • Nov. 1, 2021 -
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How Walmart is testing sustainable bags
The retailer is making progress on finding solutions to replace single-use plastic bags through several in-store pilots and initiatives, its senior vice president of sustainability shared in a blog post.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 1, 2021 -
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Independents saw a record 2020, but significant challenges loom
Record sales have prompted a rush of capital expenditures, though hiring difficulties and accelerating investments by large chains threaten future gains.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2021 -
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FreshDirect customer-supported mobile food pantry rolls out in New York City
The e-grocer's operations team helped develop the 22-foot truck operated by New York Common Pantry, which will travel around the city to distribute food and provide access to social services.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 29, 2021 -
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Instacart appoints The New York Times Company's CEO and president to board of directors
The company will look to Meredith Kopit Levien's experience in building subscriber services as it seeks to add value to its Instacart Express membership.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Jeff Wells • Oct. 28, 2021 -
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Walmart takes aim at Whole Foods with delivery promotion
On the day when the specialty grocer's $9.95 fee rolled out, Walmart offered that same amount back to those who signed up for its membership service.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 26, 2021 -
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BJ's names H-E-B veteran as chief merchant
Rachel Vegas will oversee merchandising and assortment planning at the club retailer as it continues to hone its product lineup.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 26, 2021 -
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Sponsored by T-Mobile For BusinessNetwork connectivity: the foundation of grocery retailing's future
Amid the intense pressures of the current labor market, technology provides solutions that enhance employee productivity and allow workers to focus on providing value-added customer service functions.
Oct. 25, 2021 -
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SpartanNash steps up recruitment with experiential job fair
The retailer/distributor will host a hiring event on Saturday with “themed experiences and activities” meant to generate excitement and simulate on-the-job tasks.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 22, 2021 -
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Kroger's new private programmatic marketplace courts CPGs with 'pre-optimized audiences'
Cara Pratt, senior vice president of Kroger Precision Marketing at 84.51°, tells sister publication Marketing Dive about why the platform enables brands to use their demand-side platform of choice.
By Peter Adams • Oct. 21, 2021 -
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Gopuff launches in NYC with retail sites
The company has opened more than a dozen locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. An unspecified number will service walk-up customers and also fulfill online orders.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 20, 2021 -
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Albertsons to increase focus on modernizing tech under new CFO
The grocer has considerable work ahead as it looks to move away from using outdated systems and rely more heavily on cloud-based technology, President and CFO Sharon McCollam said during an earnings call Monday.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Deep Dive6 ways to boost plant-based products in grocery stores
From category managers to dedicated shelf space, grocers have several areas to explore to make merchandising easier for alternatives to animal-based items.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Megan Poinski • Oct. 18, 2021 -
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Albertsons offers exclusive alcohol courses for associates
The grocer is sponsoring certification from the Napa Valley Wine Academy to continue education for its beverage stewards and boost consumer trust in their recommendations.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Oct. 15, 2021 -
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Freshly appoints former Amazon executive as CEO
Anna Fabrega, who joined the meal delivery company's leadership team in January, has assumed the top post as founder Mike Wystrach steps down.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 13, 2021 -
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Gopuff appoints new fulfillment chief
Sanjay Shah joins the instant-needs delivery firm after holding roles in operations, manufacturing, engineering and supply chain management at Amazon, Beyond Meat, Tesla and other top companies.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 11, 2021 -
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Schnucks raises minimum wage for most associates
Starting Monday, the Midwestern supermarket chain will pay workers in its stores, bakery plant and floral design center at least $12.10 per hour.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 8, 2021 -
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Hy-Vee now has 5 alternative store formats. Here's how they're evolving.
From a growing dollar store to a struggling health concept, the grocer has a diverse stable of banners at varying stages of growth and success.
By Jeff Wells • Oct. 6, 2021 -
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Aldi to test frictionless checkout tech in the Netherlands
The German supermarket chain plans to rely entirely on a computer vision system to ring up customers during a yearlong trial at an approximately 4,300-square-foot store in the Dutch city of Utrecht.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 4, 2021 -
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Deep DiveAlbertsons' stock price has doubled since it went public. Can it keep the momentum going?
The grocery chain has made significant strides in recent months, particularly on the digital front, but still faces challenges as it looks to keep pace with rivals, analysts said.
By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 4, 2021
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