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Personalized e-grocer Hungryroot names head marketing and digital executives

Stephanie Retcho, who led marketing at Kayak, and Grubhub veteran Alex Weinstein will lead the startup's effort to reach more shoppers and refine its proprietary technology.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 26, 2021

Albertsons and Instacart team up on pickup pilot

Expanding on their delivery partnership, the e-commerce provider will offer pickup at five of the grocer’s banners in select Southwestern cities alongside its in-house Drive Up & Go service. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 25, 2021

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Grocers are waging a multi-front battle to improve the economics and experience of online shopping while also incorporating digital into their stores.

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Shipt now lets members pick their 'preferred' shoppers

The new tool prioritizes customers' favorite workers in handling orders, offering a point of distinction in the increasingly competitive online shopping field.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 24, 2021

Pickup and delivery sales hold steady in July, report finds

The two channels' combined sales once again topped $5 billion, but shifting behavior in response to the delta variant seems to be impacting pickup use, according to new data from Brick Meets Click and Mercatus.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 24, 2021

Walmart deepens inroads with grocery shoppers, poll shows

Three-quarters of consumers in a recent poll by TABS Analytics said they purchase food from the retailer, in line with the level for traditional grocery stores.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 24, 2021

Walmart offers its delivery service to other businesses

The new service, Walmart GoLocal, offers the retailer's logistics capabilities to outside companies of all sizes.

By Maria Monteros • Aug. 24, 2021

Target to open 4 new sortation centers, adding capacity and speeding delivery

Shifting the sortation process from the backroom and stores to a dedicated facility will help free up space and time within retail locations, the retailer says. 

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 23, 2021

Delivery timing trumps speed for online grocery shoppers, research finds

Shoppers are willing to wait longer to receive an order in exchange for a tighter time frame or preferred day for their goods to arrive, according to findings published Monday by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 23, 2021

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Are you prepared to reap the incremental benefits of social commerce this holiday season?

Impulse buying is no longer relegated to brick-and-mortar experiences.

BJ's sees strong digital sales in Q2 as investment in pickup pays off

Perishables and other groceries were top sellers for the membership retailer during the period against a backdrop of strong inflation.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 20, 2021

7-Eleven teams up with Minibar Delivery on alcohol e-commerce

The partnership is launching across roughly 600 of the convenience chain’s stores in Florida, Texas and Virginia before expanding to more markets later this year. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 19, 2021

Grocers look to benefit from 'strong outlook' for vitamin sales

About 17% of shoppers said they plan to spend more this year on vitamins, per an IRI survey, and e-commerce and private label may unlock additional sales.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 17, 2021

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Pardon the Disruption: Could remote pickup become a third e-commerce channel?

Lockers and kiosks positioned away from stores can help retailers expand their reach, but they come with operational hurdles that will require extensive testing and innovation to overcome.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 16, 2021

Albertsons launches e-commerce subscription service

The retailer is offering unlimited free delivery on orders over $30 for a $99 annual fee. It is also replacing its "Just for U" loyalty program. 

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 16, 2021

How private label can keep making headway for grocers

Building strategic supplier relationships, increasing brand awareness and offering healthier options are some of the key steps grocers can take to boost store brands, per the Food Industry Association's latest report. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 13, 2021

Kroger kicks off pickup partnership with Google

Shoppers can now use Google Maps to manage their pickup trips at 96 stores in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 12, 2021

More grocers accept SNAP benefits for online orders

Schnuck Markets is the latest of several grocers that have recently added EBT cards as a payment method for online orders.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 12, 2021

FreshDirect acquisition bears fruit for Ahold Delhaize

The retailer is hoping its decision to buy the New York City e-grocer will juice growth for its Stop & Shop banner.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 12, 2021

Grocery Outlet will begin testing e-commerce

The discount operator, which has resisted online shopping up until now, plans to begin pilots in the next several months, company executives said during an earnings call on Tuesday.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 11, 2021

Foxtrot launches nationwide shipping service as it prepares for growth

The upscale convenience store chain's new Foxtrot Anywhere service offers a range of popular items from the retailer's stores as well as gift boxes stocked with food, wine and other goods.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 10, 2021

Freshly launches plant-based meals

The debut of the Purely Plant line was sped up by Nestlé's acquisition of the company late last year, said co-founder and CEO Mike Wystrach.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 09, 2021

Shipt looks to expand customer base with new partnerships

The e-commerce provider's tie-ups with Rite Aid and CaringBridge, an online service for caregivers and people with health issues, continue its efforts to stand out against delivery rivals.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 09, 2021

Sprouts looks past the pandemic as comps disappoint

The specialty retailer recorded lower-than-expected results in the second quarter but believes its efforts to connect with health-focused consumers will pay off down the line.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 06, 2021

Ultrafast delivery firm Gorillas names chief people officer

With the appointment of former Amazon human resources executive Deena Fox, the startup is making a statement about its growth and company culture.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 06, 2021

DoorDash users can now add food from c-stores to their restaurant orders

The DoubleDash feature allows consumers to add items from nearby stores, like 7-Eleven and Wawa, to their original purchase without additional delivery fees or minimums. 

By Alicia Kelso • UPDATED: Aug. 5, 2021 at 5:35 p.m.