Meet the multi-format store

Denver's Choice Market is a c-store, grocer and fast-casual restaurant that does nearly a third of its business online — and it has big growth plans.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 14, 2019

Walmart has more online customers than Instacart, report says

The retailer had 62% more users for its online grocery services in June, according to research from data company Second Measure. 

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 14, 2019

Instacart competitor announces $3M in funding

Seattle-based Dumpling, which helps individuals run their own personal grocery delivery business and cultivate clients, said the money will go toward improving its platform.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 12, 2019

Most back-to-school shoppers plan to buy in-store

For consumers shopping online, though, Amazon and Walmart are the top destinations, according to a new report by Coresight Research.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 9, 2019

Building a people-first grocery delivery company

Convenience shouldn’t stand in the way of a truly personalized store experience.

By Alice Francis, EVP of Operations at Shipt • Aug. 8, 2019

Regional grocers fight back in online grocery war

SpartanNash, for one, has its own subscription service and wants to roll out Prime-like extras for customers.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 8, 2019

H-E-B deepens digital investment with another tech hub

The company announced preliminary plans to open a 150,000-square-foot facility at its San Antonio headquarters by 2022. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 8, 2019

Blue Apron ends Jet.com partnership

After losing even more subscribers and posting another revenue drop in Q2, the meal kit maker is refocusing on its core direct-to-consumer business.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 7, 2019

Thirstie CEO sees major growth ahead for alcohol delivery

The alcohol e-commerce and logistics company is seeing a surge in demand and plans to have 500 retail partners by the end of the year.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 7, 2019

Where grocery retail is headed: The year in trends

In grocery, change is the new normal. Track today’s trends and how grocers are staying competitive.

Aug. 6, 2019

Giant Eagle announces Pittsburgh tech hub

The 23,000-square-foot facility is set to open next year and will house 150 employees in an effort to boost the grocer's digital capabilities.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 6, 2019

Snap Kitchen expands meal delivery to 15 markets

The company, which began as a brick-and-mortar retailer, now fills orders in San Antonio, Oklahoma City and Washington, D.C. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 5, 2019

Home Chef to nearly triple West Coast production footprint

The company will relocate to a 200,000-square-foot space in California to accommodate its growing customer base in both retail and e-commerce. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 2, 2019

Online shoppers turn to print and digital to plan purchases

Multiple promotions including digital coupons, print circulars and emails are influencing what consumers purchase online.

By Lauren Manning • Aug. 1, 2019

Uber explores grocery delivery in the UK

The ride-hailing company has been discussing delivery agreements with key retailers including Sainsbury's.

By Lauren Manning • July 30, 2019

Pardon the Disruption: Standing out in the 'sea of sameness'

Amid relentless competition and an increasingly digital business, grocers have to adjust the ways they market themselves to customers.

By Jeff Wells • July 26, 2019

Walmart will pilot 'middle-mile' autonomous delivery in its hometown

The retailer will collaborate with startup Gatik to move goods along a two-mile stretch between a Neighborhood Market store and grocery pickup point.

By Lauren Manning • July 26, 2019

Amazon profits miss as expenses surge

The e-tailer's retail offerings performed well leading up to Prime Day while physical store sales — the majority of which are Whole Foods — remained flat.

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2019

Weis 2 Go expands to 61 additional stores

The retailer will now offer pickup and delivery at 150 stores across seven states as it continues to advance technology and increase online sales. 

By Krishna Thakker • July 24, 2019

Wakefern will test micro-fulfillment for 10 stores

Cooperative member ShopRite along with Takeoff Technologies opened an automated mini-warehouse in Clifton, New Jersey earlier this month.

By Jeff Wells • July 23, 2019

Vegan e-grocer eyes innovation, sustainability

Mylk Guys wants to be a platform for new plant-based foods and will use newly raised capital to expand to the East Coast. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 22, 2019

Walmart restructures supply chain team in omnichannel push

The change brings distribution, fulfillment and transportation under one umbrella in the retailer's latest move toward integrated digital and store operations.

By Shefali Kapadia • July 22, 2019

Kraft Heinz launches a meal planning app that links to digital carts

Meal Hero uses artificial intelligence and user preferences to develop personalized meal plans shoppers can buy through Instacart.

By Jessica Dumont • July 19, 2019

Albertsons is testing a delivery subscription service

The grocer joins a growing number of companies offering an unlimited delivery option to secure loyalty and drive purchase frequency.

By Jeff Wells • July 18, 2019

Was Prime Day a grocery win for Amazon? Four experts weigh in

The company along with Whole Foods ran a slew of online and in-store promotions, though the ultimate measure of success may be a record number of Prime membership signups.

By Jessica Dumont • July 18, 2019