Technology

Cashierless technology startup Standard Cognition raises $40M

The company plans to use the funds for rapid global expansion of its AI-powered autonomous checkout, which could provide competition for Amazon Go.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 16, 2018

As online grocery demand rises, grocers are scrambling to find solutions

The key is understanding consumer needs and matching them to the right technology. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Nov. 15, 2018

Walmart exploring delivery via driverless vehicle

According to reports, the pilot program in Miami — which is a collaboration with Ford and Postmates — uses cars that are made to look driverless, but controlled by humans. 

By Dan O'Shea • Nov. 15, 2018

Whole Foods uses Thanksgiving deals to nab new customers

The grocer has rolled out turkey discounts and expedited home delivery — and once again, Prime members stand to benefit the most. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 14, 2018

Ahold Delhaize open to M&A as part of its push to dominate local markets

At its Capital Markets Day in New York City, the grocery chain laid out what executives called an "ambitious" plan to strengthen its banners' market share and grow online sales.

By Christopher Doering • Nov. 14, 2018

H-E-B extends scan-and-go technology to more stores

After piloting a skip-checkout app at two stores in San Antonio, the grocer is rolling out the feature to seven additional stores in Austin. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 13, 2018

Ahold Delhaize invests in robotics research

The company has partnered with Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands to develop and test new prototypes.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 12, 2018

Impossible Burger will be sold in grocery stores next year

The move into retail will add to the approximately 5,000 restaurants in all 50 states where the plant-based burger is now available — a huge jump from about 50 restaurants a year ago.

By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 09, 2018

Kroger enables voice ordering for grocery pickup

The grocer has launched the service in six banner stores so far and says it will add more throughout this year and into 2019.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 08, 2018

Ahold Delhaize reports strong Q3 sales and profit

Better-than-expected earnings were due to the grocery giant's ongoing efficiency improvements, online sales and tech advancements.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 07, 2018

Instacart takes store pickup service nationwide

The move follows a monthslong test with Aldi, Publix, Tops Markets and Sprouts Farmers Market, among other retailers.

By Jeff Wells • Nov. 07, 2018

7-Eleven pilots scan-and-go technology

The largest convenience store chain in the country started testing mobile checkout at 14 stores in its hometown of Dallas. 

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 06, 2018

Opinion

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.

By Laura Heller

What do shoppers want this holiday season? To skip the checkout line

Walmart and Target are putting their front-end time savers front-and-center during this year's holiday push. 

By Jennifer Sweeney

Is Amazon Go a competitive threat to grocers?

Despite strong results from the high-tech stores in Seattle and Chicago, the format may not be a major threat to traditional grocers — for now.

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 01, 2018

Albertsons announces plans for automated e-commerce fulfillment

The grocer will build a 10,000-square-foot micro-fulfillment center inside one of its stores early next year.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 31, 2018

How can AI and data help retailers personalize the grocery experience?

Executives from Earth Fare and Jet.com said companies need to know what they will do with the data they glean from artificial intelligence in order for it to really benefit their operations.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 30, 2018

Sam's Club 'close' to unveiling cashierless Amazon Go rival

After hinting at the tech-heavy store concept this summer, the big-box club retailer said it will soon open a cashierless store that banks on scan-and-go technology.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 30, 2018

Schnucks to expand use of in-store robots

The Midwestern retailer discussed its plans with Grocery Dive to put the aisle-scanning Tally in 15 stores following a successful pilot last summer. 

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 30, 2018

Groceryshop: Innovation, consumer expectations will drive e-grocery sales

New data from IGD predicts that online market share will double over the next five years, driven by new technology and expanded availability.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018

Wakefern sees sales jump to $16.5B this year

Executives for the country’s biggest retailer cooperative told shareholders the largest growth areas include private label innovation and e-commerce.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 29, 2018

Kroger's chief digital officer talks partnerships and digital growth

In a keynote session, Yael Cosset said the retailer's collaboration and investments are all aimed at becoming the "most relevant" offer for shoppers.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 29, 2018

Opinion

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.

By Jason Ankeny

Target announces free 2-day shipping this holiday season

The development is a competitive jab at rivals Walmart and Amazon, as is the company's expansion of its Drive Up service to nearly 1,000 stores.

By Corinne Ruff • Oct. 23, 2018