Data & Insights The 7 Undercurrents Driving Grocerant Niche Adoption in 2025 The evolution of Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh food has surged over the years, with 2025 proving to be a landmark moment for the grocerant niche. These retail food solutions cater to time-starved consumers seeking convenience, quality, and value. Steven Johnson, Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru®, based in Tacoma, WA identifies seven powerful undercurrents driving this […] Grocerant Guru January 25, 2025January 25, 2025 6 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersDept. GroceryData & InsightsRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Social MediaRegional GroceryPartnershipsDept. FreshMarketing: TradeHealth & WellnessBrick and MortarDept. DeliMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. Fresh PreparedSustainabilityTrends: Food and BeverageCompetitionPricing & PromotionsPackagingTescoHy-VeeMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAmazonLidlKrogerOperations & Supply ChainMeta (Facebook)WaWaQ CommerceDeliveryDept. PerimeterBOPISTrends: MarketingTwitterAlbertsons / SafewayDollar GeneralGhost KitchenHEBAldi7-Eleven & SpeedwaySave A LotPublixDept. BakeryAlimentation Couche-TardStore LocationDept. BeverageCircle KESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B buys property for first namesake store in Dallas The grocery chain bought a nearly 10-acre site in the city as it expands its presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Grocery Dive January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B maintains top position in Dunnhumby grocer rankings The Texas grocer claimed the No. 1 spot for the third year in a row, while budget-focused retailers Market Basket, Costco, WinCo Foods and Aldi rounded out the top five slots. Grocery Dive January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 < 1 min read Regional GroceryVendorsMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersHEBdunnhumbyBig DataCostcoAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger’s Pricing and Positioning Problems Kroger, one of the United States’ largest grocery chains, faces an increasingly challenging road ahead. The failed merger with Albertsons, intensified scrutiny over food stamp benefits, and a fragmented brand strategy are creating a conundrum for this retail giant. As competitors adapt more rapidly to changing consumer preferences, Kroger’s struggles highlight the evolving dynamics […] Grocerant Guru January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 4 min read KrogerConsumersData & InsightsDept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaStrategyRegional GroceryMergersShoppersGovernmentMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: BrandAlbertsons / SafewayPackagingSustainabilityWegmansEconomyWalmartTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshMeta (Facebook)Dept. NonfoodBrick and MortarTwitterLegal & CriminalDeliveryDept. Fresh PreparedDollar GeneralDept. DeliHEBESG and CSRTargetResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsInclusivityPartnershipsAmazonMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Fast Food Restaurants: The Race to Attract Customers Back Today convenience stores, grocery delis, and virtual restaurants are eating into legacy restaurant market share according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®.The fast-food industry, once the go-to for affordability, speed, and convenience, is facing formidable competition from unexpected corners. Convenience stores (C-stores), grocery deli departments, and virtual restaurants are […] Grocerant Guru December 27, 2024December 27, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryRestaurantsConsumersDept. DeliDept. Fresh PreparedData & InsightsDept. FreshShoppersBrick and MortarDeliveryGhost KitchenMarketing: Social MediaRegional GroceryWaWaCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainKrogerHEBStore LocationPublix7-Eleven & SpeedwayTwitterMeta (Facebook)Whole FoodsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAssociatesMars Inc.Predictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsFood DeliveryDept. Natural / OrganicTechnology & InnovationUbereatsESG and CSRDept. FuelCOVID19DoorDashMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B bolstering Texas store fleet The grocery chain recently started construction on two locations in the Dallas-Forth Worth area and unveiled plans for a new one in the greater Austin area. Grocery Dive December 2, 2024December 2, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food The Service Deli Disconnect: How Grocers Can Rethink Fresh, Tackle Food Pricing, and Reignite Customer Engagement In today’s dynamic food retail landscape, grocery store service delis, once known for their quality, convenience, and fresh food options, are struggling to meet the demands of a modern consumer base hungry for more than just another cold cut or outdated salad option. Consumers desire for grocerant niche Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh prepared food consumers […] Grocerant Guru November 2, 2024November 2, 2024 5 min read Dept. Fresh PreparedShoppersDept. DeliDept. GroceryConsumersData & InsightsPackagingDept. FreshDept. PerimeterRegional GroceryWegmansAssociatesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionInsight ProvidersCustomer ExperienceInternationalMerchandisingSustainabilityWhole FoodsBrick and MortarWalmartBig DataDept. OTCOwned Brands (Private Label)Operations & Supply ChainAlbertsons / SafewayKrogerMarketing: BrandHEBTrends: RetailTargetStore LocationRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Grocers with on-site clinics see boost in shopper visits: report Kroger’s on-site Little Clinics and H-E-B Wellness are also drawing in more affluent customers and households with children, Placer.ai found. Grocery Dive September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersTechnology & InnovationRegional GroceryKrogerHEBHealth & WellnessConsumersAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B links with San Antonio for diabetes insulin assistance program The initiative will offer free insulin delivery within a 15-mile radius of the grocer’s 19 participating pharmacies. Grocery Dive September 20, 2024September 20, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEBHealth & WellnessDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B adds quick delivery for small orders Called H-E-B Now, the new option allows customers to get up to 15 grocery items in 45 minutes or less through the Favor app. Grocery Dive August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEBDelivery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Take a look inside: H-E-B opens first Joe V’s in Fort Worth The discount concept store plans second location in Dallas next year Supermarket News June 14, 2024June 17, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEBStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery MMR honors ‘Most Influential Women’ of 2024 MMR held an event in New York this week to honor Mass Market Retailing’s Most Influential Women of 2024. The retail honorees who attended included Alisa Dart of Dollar Tree/Family Dollar, Lindsay Knoop of Hy-Vee, Jocelyn Konrad of Dollar Tree/Family Dollar, Jennifer Lambert of Hy-Vee, Jill Pavlovich of Albertsons, Bonita Price of Dollar Tree/Family Dollar, […] MMR June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 4 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryData & InsightsExecutivesHealth & WellnessDollar TreeFamily DollarStrategyKrogerNestleHEBPublixAlbertsons / SafewayDept. PharmacyMerchandisingBrick and MortarConsumersShoppersPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B chairman donates $20M of his own money to Texas food banks The gift directly supports members of the Feeding Texas network, serving every county in the state Supermarket News June 6, 2024June 13, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryPhilanthropyHEBExecutivesDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B opens 8th e-commerce fulfillment facility While some grocers have closed e-commerce-focused facilities, the Texas-based grocer plans to add more of them. Grocery Dive May 16, 2024May 16, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B Recalls Ice Cream Cups Due to Metal The popular frozen treat has been pulled from store shelves in a voluntary company recall. RetailWire April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEBDept. Frozen 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger edges out H-E-B as biggest grocer in metro Houston Walmart comes in a close third place Supermarket News April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryKrogerHEBWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B to build Texas distribution campus The grocer has closed on a land deal and plans to have several facilities support its supply chain operations. Grocery Dive April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 < 1 min read Operations & Supply ChainRegional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B charges ahead with expansion in Dallas-Fort Worth area The Texas grocery chain’s groundbreaking for its Prosper store marks the latest step in its rapid expansion in the metropolitan region. Grocery Dive April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEB 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B bolsters presence in Dallas-Fort Worth region A soon-to-open location at the Alliance Town Center marks the Texas grocer’s first store in Fort Worth. Grocery Dive March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryHEBStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B pharmacies to launch new blood testing technology In partnership with Babson Diagnostics, the service aims to make it easier for people to do routine blood testing. Grocery Dive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationRegional GroceryHEBPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Industry mourns the passing of H-E-B’s Robert Morton SAN ANTONIO — Robert Morton, an innovative leader who worked as the director of healthy living at H-E-B, suddenly passed away while attending the Expo West show. He was 68 years old. The unwavering commitment that Morton had to advancing health and well-being had a profound impact on the lives of a great number of […] MMR March 20, 2024March 20, 2024 < 1 min read Health & WellnessRegional GroceryHEBPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyMarketing: Social MediaIndustry Conferences and Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Tuesday Eye-Opener: Off-Key at H-E-B by Kevin Coupe The San Antonio Express News reports that “on an unofficial subreddit dedicated to H-E-B, several posters identifying themselves as current and former employees have said that the 1999 song by German singer Lou Bega was the most annoying that’s played — often — over the grocer’s sound system. “‘I’m going to pull the fire […] MorningNewsBeat March 13, 2024March 13, 2024 2 min read Regional GroceryHEBAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaHoliday & EventsDept. PerimeterDept. FreshBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation All Self-Checkout Kroger In Dallas Brings Back Cashiers The Dallas Morning News reports that Kroger is bring human checkout personnel back to a store in the area that it converted to all self-checkout three years ago. “We listened closely to customer feedback and made the decision to convert back to hosting staffed checkout lanes at this store,” John Votava, a Kroger spokesman, tells […] MorningNewsBeat February 2, 2024February 2, 2024 2 min read Tech: CashierlessKrogerBrick and MortarShoppersTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsConsumersTargetRegional GroceryVendorsTrends: TechLegal & CriminalStore LocationMarketing: In StoreIndustry Conferences and EventsHEBWalmartAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Hairitage adds CVS, HEB and Kroger to its wholesale roster The channel expansion comes after the hair care brand in 2020 launched exclusively at Walmart. RetailDive February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 < 1 min read KrogerHEBCVSWalmartDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Retail Customer Satisfaction On The Upswing The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Retail and Consumer Shipping Study 2023-2024 is out, concluding that “overall customer satisfaction surging 4% to a score of 78.0 (out of 100).” According to the report, “More than 60% of retailers measured see their individual ACSI scores improve in 2024 … Customer satisfaction with online retailers remains unchanged […] MorningNewsBeat January 31, 2024January 31, 2024 2 min read ShoppersRegional GroceryConsumersHoliday & EventsCostcoPredictions and ForecastsDept. FuelTrader JoesAmazonPublixHEBDept. PetChewyWalmartMarketing: OOHTech: AR and VROwned Brands (Private Label)Operations & Supply ChainMetaverseMeijerAssociatesDeliveryMarketing: In StoreSustainabilityEconomyTechnology & InnovationDept. GroceryCustomer ExperienceWakefernMarketing: Trade 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery FaceTime with the Content Guy: Wegmans vs. H-E-B (& Does It Matter?) You can count on social media to host, even promulgate, a pointless conversation. Like recently, when a debate on Reddit blew up over whether Wegmans or H-E-B is a better supermarket. In the words of my ancestors: Oy. The post FaceTime with the Content Guy: Wegmans vs. H-E-B (& Does It Matter?) appeared first on […] MorningNewsBeat January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 < 1 min read WegmansRegional GroceryHEBMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Agencies & Vendors H-E-B named top U.S. grocery retailer by dunnhumby [[“value”:”The ranking was due to the grocer’s ‘strong long-term value proposition’”]] Supermarket News January 13, 2024January 13, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersHEBdunnhumbyBig Data 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Club H-E-B retains No. 1 slot in Dunnhumby grocer rankings The Texas supermarket company led the data analysis firm’s Retailer Preference Index for the second consecutive year, with Amazon and Costco finishing in second and third place, respectively. Grocery Dive January 11, 2024January 16, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersHEBdunnhumbyBig DataData & InsightsCostcoAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Featuring Carrefour, Aldi UK, and Ocado: the most read RTIH retail technology articles of 2023 As we approach the end of the year, here’s a look at our most popular retail systems articles during 2023, including Gorillas, The Trade Desk, Samsung UK, Amazon Fresh, H-E-B, AutoStore, and the RTIH Innovation Awards. 2023 RTIH Innovation Awards winners announced during glittering ceremony in central London Last month, we announced the winning submissions […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub December 28, 2023December 28, 2023 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - UKMarketing: Social MediaOcadoRegional GroceryTwitterShoppersQ CommerceAldiAmazonData & InsightsHEBTech: CashierlessTrends: TechDept. FreshGamingHy-VeeDeliveryChatGPTPop UpsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodCOVID19Industry Conferences and EventsMarketing: Retail MediaAcquisitionMetaverseOmnichannelExecutivesCompetitionBrick and MortarTescoSponsoredDept. Adult BevAssociatesDept. ApparelDept. OTCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityStore LocationResults & InvestmentESG and CSREconomyDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: BrandHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Trader Joe’s Grocerant Focused Best Other Grocers Looking for a meal for one or two at a price you can afford that is good! Well it seems that many consumers are doing the same thing and that they are doing that with gusto at Trader Joe’s. According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® “In the minds-eye […] Grocerant Guru December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 2 min read Regional GroceryTrader JoesDept. GroceryData & InsightsConsumersShoppersAlbertsons / SafewayHy-VeeThick DataWhole FoodsKrogerAhold DelhaizeHEBWegmansRestaurantsTargetThe Fresh MarketDept. Natural / OrganicPublixPartnershipsHealth & WellnessDeliveryNatural GrocersDept. FreshIngles MarketPiggly Wiggly 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked