Channel: Delivery DoorDash Available at Wakefern Food Corp. Banners SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH), the local commerce platform, is excited to announce service with Wakefern Food Corp., the nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative. The cooperative members own and operate 365 supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Fairway Market, Gourmet Garage, and Dearborn Market banners. Customers can now order groceries and […] BusinessWire - Supermarket April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read WakefernFood DeliveryDoorDashDept. GroceryRegional GroceryNestleDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Food Meijer plans to open two supercenters in Ohio, one in Michigan GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters, in Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, on May 14, increasing the retailer’s store count to 55 in the state. Meijer previously announced plans to open a 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Hillsdale, Mich. That store is also scheduled to open on May 14. The Ohio supercenters […] MMR April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 3 min read Regional GroceryMeijerDept. HBCDept. FreshDept. NonfoodDept. Fresh PreparedDept. DeliBrick and MortarAssociatesOperations & Supply ChainDept. PerimeterDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessStore LocationPhilanthropyDept. PetDept. Toys & GamesDept. PharmacyDept. ApparelDept. BakeryDept. FuelMarketing: In StorePartnershipsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize Taps Lyda as Chief Legal Officer SALISBURY, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize USA, the parent company of the grocery brands Food Lion, Giant Food, GIANT Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop, has named Kim Lyda Chief Legal Officer. In this role, Lyda and her team will work closely Ahold Delhaize’s brands to provide legal counsel, as well as other services such as […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryRegional GroceryExecutivesGovernmentPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Kroger and Albertsons update divestiture plan with C&S The grocery chains have increased the number of stores they plan to divest and added other assets to the deal as they press ahead with their embattled merger plan. Grocery Dive April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read DivestituresRegional GroceryKrogerAlbertsons / SafewayMergersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Gelson’s replaces president and CEO The grocery company said Albertsons veteran Ryan Adams has assumed the top roles at the Southern California chain. Grocery Dive April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesRegional GroceryAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Publix honors associates for community service LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix honored six of its associates for their community involvement, recognizing them with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. The company notes that Publix founder George Jenkins, affectionately known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its associates should make […] MMR April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesRegional GroceryPublixPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers Must Adopt a Technology-First Strategy to Survive We’ve all heard the analogy of the boiling frog: when a frog is put into a pot of boiling water, it will instantly jump out. However, when the frog is immersed into a pot of lukewarm water that is slowly brought to a boil, the frog doesn’t sense any danger and ultimately perishes. There’s an […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyPredictions and ForecastsWalmartAmazonOperations & Supply ChainCustomer ExperienceMarketing: In StoreResults & InvestmentData & InsightsReturnsMarketing: Social MediaKrogerRegional GroceryMarketing: TradeMarketing: ShopperMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayTargetDept. GroceryData VisualizationCOVID19ConsultingBig DataTrends: RetailDept. Pet 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Why Amazon’s Just Walk Out initiative failed – and why it’s not the end of checkout free technology It recently emerged that Amazon’s Just Walk Out offering is being dropped from Amazon Fresh stores. However, it’s not checkout-free tech that’s failing, it’s the fact that Amazon’s checkout free solution doesn’t work, especially in grocery retailers, argues Will Glaser, Founder and CEO at Grabango. In the dynamic grocery retail landscape, a transformative wave is […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAmazonMarketing: Social MediaTwitterTech: CashierlessShoppersMerchandisingConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshAldiRegional GroceryBrick and MortarStore FormatDept. PerimeterTrends: TechDept. Natural / OrganicCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutivesHealth & WellnessTrends: RetailMarketing: TradeTrends: ConsumerSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing JCPenney Aims to Give $500 Million Back to Customers with Revamped Rewards Program JCPenney is the latest retailer to reconfigure its rewards program with the debut of a simplified loyalty offering that nearly doubles the rate at which members earn rewards. With this enhanced earning potential, JCPenney estimates that it could return as much as half-a-billion dollars back to its customers in the form of rewards, said Katie […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersTargetRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceLowesCVSPricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. HBCExecutivesBrick and MortarMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Publix CEO joins company’s board of directors Two long-time board members also announced their retirement at the grocer’s annual stockholders meeting. Grocery Dive April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesRegional GroceryPublix 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Purpose Meijer Expands Great Lakes Stewardship Commitment with Donation to the Council of the Great Lakes Region Foundation Donation will help improve water and wildlife quality in river corridors throughout Wisconsin Meijer April 16, 2024April 21, 2024 < 1 min read PhilanthropyRegional GroceryMeijer 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery SpartanNash acquires Metcalfe’s Market The transaction expands the food solutions company’s footprint in Wisconsin. Grocery Dive April 15, 2024April 15, 2024 < 1 min read SpartanNashRegional GroceryAcquisitionDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers Get Real with AI: Four AI-Powered Apps We’ll See this Year We are past the point of conjecture about whether AI will upend the retail industry; it already has. In a recent study sponsored by Nvidia, 69% of retailers that used AI in 2023 reported that it increased revenues, and 72% said it reduced operating costs. With these kinds of results, it is no wonder 81% […] Retail TouchPoints April 14, 2024April 14, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersData & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: UGCInternationalDept. ApparelKellogg'sIndustry Conferences and EventsPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAmazonGoogleCompetitionDept. NonfoodCustomer ExperienceExecutivesStore LocationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: TradeOperations & Supply ChainRestaurantsDept. FreshSponsoredAlbertsons / SafewayStrategyTargetTrends: FinanceDept. BeverageBrick and MortarBNPLBest BuyDeliveryRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retail Innovation Conference & Expo 2024: The Latest News on Sessions, Speakers & Experiences Are you ready to explore the evolved customer journey? The Retail TouchPoints team is reporting on all the news breaking before, during and after the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, taking place June 4-6, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. This year, we’ll hear senior-level executives’ perspectives on how customer experiences are evolving as content, […] Retail TouchPoints April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 5 min read Technology & InnovationAIPartnershipsConsumersPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDept. PetMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Social MediaTrends: RetailShoppersIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreStrategyCustomer ExperienceOmnichannelAcquisitionOperations & Supply ChainLowesESG and CSRData & InsightsMarketing: BroadcastHome DepotMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPodcastsCannabisDept. ApparelMetaverseTrends: TechCVSSustainabilityRegional GroceryBrick and MortarAlbertsons / SafewayAssociatesHealth & WellnessDept. HBCEconomyDeliveryThick DataFlagship StoresGoogleLegal & CriminalTrends: ConsumerMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStreamingBankruptcyResults & Investmentsocial commerceTrends: MarketingDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Primark President: ‘Our Business is Set Up for People to Grow Into’ Editor’s Note: As the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo (RICE) nears, we’re highlighting recent coverage of some of the speakers and companies that will be taking the stage in Chicago, June 4-6, 2024. Kevin Tulip, President of Primark U.S., will be one of several C-level leaders speaking in the C-Suite Corner, where they’ll delve into the macro […] Retail TouchPoints April 13, 2024April 13, 2024 5 min read AssociatesTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsShoppersMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: In StoreInternational - UKIndustry Conferences and EventsSustainabilityTrends: RetailESG and CSRExecutivesMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationThick DataAcquisitionInternationalOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainHome DepotHealth & WellnessCOVID19Albertsons / SafewayAmazonStore LocationResults & InvestmentEconomyBOPISRegional GroceryCVSMerchandising 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Aldi vs. Lidl: How do the German discount grocers differ? Placer.ai’s new report shows the similarities and differences between the two supermarket chains Supermarket News April 11, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read LidlRegional GroceryAldiTechnology & InnovationAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Weis Markets adds tech-driven salad bars to two stores The Northeastern grocer opened Picadeli bars at a pair of Pennsylvania stores Wednesday and is preparing to bring the self-service stations to six more locations over the coming weeks. Grocery Dive April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarWeis MarketsRegional GroceryTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery - Natural Whole Foods Market Announces Annual Supplier All-Star Awards AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Whole Foods Market today announced the recipients of its highly anticipated Supplier All-Star Awards for 2023. BusinessWire - Supermarket April 10, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Whole FoodsRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Former Leaders at Walmart, Sam’s Club and Albertsons Join Insite AI Executive Advisory Council BENTONVILLE, Ark.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Insite AI has selected five accomplished retail industry veterans to join the company’s executive advisory council. BusinessWire - Supermarket April 10, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationAIExecutivesWalmartRegional GroceryAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Dollar/Value Aldi consistently outpaces Lidl in drawing shoppers, data shows The two discounters reach distinctly different groups of shoppers, according to a report from Placer.ai. Grocery Dive April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read LidlShoppersRegional GroceryData & InsightsAldiTechnology & InnovationAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces NRF unveils 2024 Top 50 Global Retailers WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today announced the 2024 Top 50 Global Retailers. Conducted by Kantar, the 2024 list ranks international retailers, based on their operational performance as of the beginning of 2023. “In our increasingly interconnected global economy, retailers are continually expanding their international customer base,” NRF Executive Director of Research Mark Mathews said. […] MMR April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsInternationalData & InsightsShoppersInsight ProvidersResults & InvestmentWalmartAhold DelhaizeExecutivesTechnology & InnovationEconomyInclusivityAmazonCostcoAldiRegional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons revamps loyalty programme [[“value”:”US-based Albertsons Companies has announced a revamp of its ‘for U’ loyalty programme, aiming to simplify the experience and offer greater value to its 38 million members. The post Albertsons revamps loyalty programme appeared first on Retail Insight Network. “]] Retail Insights Network April 5, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Albertsons Simplifies Loyalty Program with Move to Single Points Currency Albertsons has joined the growing list of retailers revamping their loyalty programs. The supermarket chain will now use a single points currency for its “for U” program and give members two months to earn and redeem their points before they expire. Additionally, an automatic cash-off option that converts points into cash discounts at checkout will […] Retail TouchPoints April 5, 2024April 5, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryData & InsightsMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationTargetPredictions and ForecastsCVSMarketing: Social MediaPricing & PromotionsLowesShoppersOwned Brands (Private Label)Marketing: TradeDeliveryExecutivesDept. HBCBrick and MortarTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Cos. debuts simplified loyalty program BOISE, Idaho—Albertsons Cos. has launched a new, simpler version of its “for U” loyalty program, designed to provide more value and greater ease for the retailer’s 38 million loyalty program members. The program now uses a single points-based system, giving customers twice as much time to earn points and a new automatic cash-off option for […] MMR April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryShoppersPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeDept. FuelMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutivesBrick and MortarMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Schnucks rewards shoppers for taking more steps The retailer is providing $5 in loyalty points per week throughout April to consumers who log at least 50,000 steps in a seven-day period. Grocery Dive April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 < 1 min read ShoppersRegional GroceryConsumersMarketing: Loyalty & Subscription 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 Hy-Vee dietitians to offer free A1C screenings in April WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee Inc. will provide 2,000 free A1C screenings in April at select Hy-Vee stores throughout its eight-state region, the company said Wednesday. This simple blood test measures average blood sugar levels over the past three months. This is a common test used to identify prediabetes or diabetes. Registration is required […] MMR April 3, 2024April 3, 2024 < 1 min read Hy-VeeRegional GroceryHealth & WellnessData & InsightsUnileverPartnershipsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Could Aldi surpass Kroger Co. store count? Closure of Southeastern Grocers acquisition sets the stage for the German discount grocer to take on the country’s top supermarket chain Supermarket News April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryKrogerAldiSoutheastern GrocersAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Albertsons Companies to Release Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2023 Earnings on April 22, 2024 BOISE, Idaho–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Albertsons Companies, Inc. will release its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 before the market opens on April 22, 2024. BusinessWire - Supermarket April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 < 1 min read Regional GroceryPredictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / SafewayResults & Investment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Albertsons streamlines loyalty program The grocer is simplifying the way shoppers can accumulate points and offering new ways for them to redeem. Grocery Dive April 1, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Media & Marketing Channel: Grocery Media & Marketing Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members US retail giant Kroger is reportedly in talks with the Walt Disney Company to offer the Disney+ streaming service as a benefit to paying members of its Kroger Boost grocery delivery programme. The post Kroger considers Disney+ perk for grocery delivery members appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Channel: Dollar/Value Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Mass Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Sam’s Club Expands Store Rollout of AI-Powered Exit Tech Walmart-owned Sam’s Club says it’s turning to artificial intelligence to speed up its own exit technology. Instead of requiring store staff to check members’ purchases against their receipts when leaving the store, Sam’s Club customers who pay either at a register or through the Scan & Go mobile app can now walk out of the […] Written by 0 Author Missing May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Trends & External Forces Retail Operations 5 CPG marketing trends forcing industry change in 2024 Explore the CPG marketing trends driving change in the consumer products industry in 2024, including eco-conscious consumers and omnichannel. Written by Future of Commerce May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Walmart Streamlines Teacher Support via Box Tops App Integration Walmart has simplified the process for shoppers who want to support their local schools with the new Connected Accounts feature on the Box Tops for Education app. Shoppers can now give back by connecting their Walmart account with the Box Tops app, without needing to scan or submit receipts. Families can earn when they download […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 6, 2024May 7, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Channel: Drug Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Home Improvement Channel: Mass Corporate Strategy ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Operations & Supply Chain Stores & Formats How Home Depot Plans to Stand Out in the ‘Sea of Retail Media Networks’ Photo courtesy Home Depot Editor’s Note: As the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo (RICE) nears, we’re highlighting recent coverage of some of the speakers and companies that will be taking the stage in Chicago, June 4-6, 2024. Zach Darkow, Head of Marketing Measurement at the Home Depot, will join a dynamic discussion with Jeffrey Bustos of IAB, Claire […] Written by Retail TouchPoints May 4, 2024May 7, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked