Trends & External Forces Your Views: Filling The Gaps I mentioned this on FaceTime this morning – two emails that decried the cuts in SNAP payments that will take place as the pandemic comes to an end, affecting both the people who use food stamps and the stores that serve them. MNB reader Robert Pulda wrote: Kevin, It is a disgrace this this wealthy […] MorningNewsBeat May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 4 min read GovernmentDept. GroceryLegal & CriminalBrick and MortarCOVID19AssociatesWalmartEconomyConsumersESG and CSRHealth & WellnessInclusivityMarketing: BroadcastStore LocationTechnology & InnovationWakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern adds sampling kiosks to 95 stores The Freeosk terminals drive product trial while also tapping into the grocer’s expanding retail media network. Grocery Dive May 18, 2023May 18, 2023 < 1 min read WakefernBrick and MortarMarketing: Retail Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery FMI Announced 2023 Store Manager Award Finalists FMI-The Food Industry Association has announced the 12 finalists for the 2023 Store Manager Awards, culled from a record 175 nominations. FMI says that “these outstanding store managers stood out from the crowd for their ability to generate sales growth; effectively communicate company and store goals and objectives; demonstrate team leadership in their store/company; provide […] MorningNewsBeat May 4, 2023May 4, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryBrick and MortarKrogerInternationalWakefernSpartanNashShoppersMarketing: SocialMarketing: In StoreAssociatesAlbertsons / SafewayAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing FMI picks 12 store manager award finalists ARLINGTON, Va. — FMI—The Food Industry Association on Wednesday announced 12 finalists for its 2023 Store Manager Awards. From a record 175 nominations, these outstanding store managers stood out from the crowd for their ability to generate sales growth; effectively communicate company and store goals and objectives; demonstrate team leadership in their store/company; provide exceptional […] MMR May 3, 2023May 3, 2023 2 min read GoogleData & InsightsDept. GroceryBrick and MortarAssociatesKrogerInternationalMarketing: SocialSpartanNashShoppersPredictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / SafewayMarketing: In StoreExecutivesCoca ColaWakefernAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Why Cingari Family ShopRite is turning its food waste into energy The 12-store family-owned chain is turning 100 tons of organic material per month into energy that powers homes and businesses across Connecticut. Grocery Dive April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 < 1 min read SustainabilityWakefernDept. GroceryHealth & WellnessDept. Natural / Organic 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Wakefern boosts its executive ranks Less than a month after naming its next president, the retailer-owned cooperative has announced a new appointment and a promotion tied to its business strategy division. Grocery Dive April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 < 1 min read WakefernExecutivesStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery New York City ShopRite supermarkets add digital displays to checkout area The new displays will continue being installed in more stores across the company’s network Supermarket News April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 < 1 min read WakefernBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Grocery TV looks to bigger screens to grab shoppers’ attention The in-store retail media network has installed 32-inch video monitors in ShopRite locations in the New York City area to show ads. Grocery Dive April 13, 2023April 13, 2023 < 1 min read ShoppersMarketing: BroadcastMarketing: Retail MediaWakefernMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery A Stop & Shop To Close, Apparently Falling Victim To Wegmans The Connecticut Post reports on the closing of a Stop & Shop store in Greenwich, Connecticut, linking it to the opening a couple of years ago of a Wegmans in Harrison, New York, an “an easy drive for many in Greenwich.” A spokesman for the Ahold Delhaize-owned chain confirmed the closing, saying that it was […] MorningNewsBeat April 6, 2023April 6, 2023 2 min read WegmansAhold DelhaizeBrick and MortarWhole FoodsTrader JoesWalmartWakefernResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsCostco 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Mike Stigers, Cub Foods CEO, Named New President of Wakefern Wakefern Food Corp. the nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative, said yesterday that Mike Stigers – since 2019 the CEO of UNFI-owned Cub Foods – has been named the company’s new president. Stigers will take on the role effective June 1. Joe Sheridan, who announced his retirement as Wakefern president last year, will remain with the company […] MorningNewsBeat March 28, 2023March 28, 2023 < 1 min read WakefernExecutivesDept. GroceryUnited Natural FoodsOperations & Supply ChainAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern names industry veteran Mike Stigers president KEASBEY, N.J. – Wakefern Food Corp., the nation’s largest retailer-owned cooperative with member companies that own and operate supermarkets under the ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market banners, announced that Mike Stigers will assume the role of president, effective June 1. Following an extensive national search, Mike Stigers will […] MMR March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 3 min read WakefernExecutivesDept. GroceryUnited Natural FoodsOperations & Supply ChainDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsIndustry Conferences and EventsDept. Natural / OrganicTechnology & InnovationAlbertsons / SafewayBrick and MortarHealth & WellnessMerchandisingNestle 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern names UNFI retail head Mike Stigers as next president Stigers will replace Joe Sheridan in the top role at the retailer-owned cooperative on June 1. Grocery Dive March 25, 2023March 25, 2023 < 1 min read Wakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Beverage Wakefern brews up new private label coffee partnership NuZee will bring three new single-serve coffee brew-bag items to roughly 250 ShopRite stores under the Bowl & Basket brand. Grocery Dive March 20, 2023March 20, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. BeverageWakefernPartnershipsOwned Brands (Private Label)Brick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer ShopRite Grocerant Niche Focus ‘Fresh to Table’ At the intersection of what’s for dinner and fast food recently two east coast Shoprite’s have debuted a foodservice at retail concept: “Fresh to Table,” with an emphasis on fresh, easy to prepare ingredients, and grab-and-go. Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®reiterated once again on the importance of “focusing on […] Grocerant Guru March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 2 min read Dept. GroceryConsumersWakefernDept. FreshData & InsightsBOPISRestaurantsBrick and MortarInternationalDept. PerimeterShoppersStrategyInternational - UKPodcastsDept. Fresh PreparedPepsiCoOwned Brands (Private Label) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media H-E-B is No. 1 in dunnhumby Index CHICAGO –– H-E-B has regained the leadership position in the sixth annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), an examination of the U.S. grocery market by data science firm dunnhumby. Costco Wholesale holds the second position in this year’s index, followed by Amazon. Wegmans held the fourth position for the third consecutive year. Rounding out the […] MMR February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 < 1 min read dunnhumbyMarketing: Retail MediaInsight ProvidersBig DataConsumersHEBShoppersEconomyData & InsightsResults & InvestmentWalmartDept. GroceryAmazonWegmansTrader JoesDept. NonfoodThick DataOperations & Supply ChainWakefernTargetDept. FreshMarketing: TradeCOVID19AssociatesCostcoAldi 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery H-E-B Takes Top Spot In dunnhumby Grocery Preference Index The sixth annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI) is out, concluding that “three years after the pandemic upturned the grocery industry, H-E-B has regained its leadership position from Amazon with Costco following closely behind in second place. Amazon fell to third while Wegmans took the fourth spot for the third year in a row. “The […] MorningNewsBeat February 2, 2023February 2, 2023 3 min read AmazonShoppersHEBBig DataInsight ProvidersdunnhumbyMarketing: Retail MediaWalmartWegmansDept. GroceryTrader JoesBrick and MortarDept. FreshTargetCOVID19CostcoOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainEconomyConsumersMerchandisingPepsiCoWakefernAldiAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media H-E-B tops dunnhumby RPI for 2022 CHICAGO –– H-E-B has regained the leadership position in the sixth annual dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), an examination of the U.S. grocery market released today by data science firm dunnhumby. Costco Wholesale holds the second position in this year’s index, followed by Amazon. Wegmans held the fourth position for the third consecutive year. Rounding […] MMR February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 3 min read Marketing: Retail MediaBig DatadunnhumbyInsight ProvidersShoppersConsumersHEBAmazonDept. GroceryEconomyWegmansTrader JoesWalmartCOVID19Results & InvestmentThick DataData & InsightsOmnichannelOperations & Supply ChainTargetDept. NonfoodAssociatesBrick and MortarDept. FreshAldiWakefernPepsiCoMerchandisingMarketing: TradeCostcoAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked 5
Shopper & Customer ShopRite adds online filters to help shoppers choose products and recipes The improvements are intended to help shoppers find products and recipes that meet specific criteria, such as dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. Grocery Dive January 26, 2023January 26, 2023 < 1 min read ShoppersWakefernHealth & WellnessDept. RefrigeratedDept. FreshDept. Dairy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces FMI Presents 2023 Leadership Awards FMI-The Food Industry Association announced its annual leadership awards this week: MorningNewsBeat January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryExecutivesAhold DelhaizeInternationalGovernmentWakefernMondelezConsumersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy FMI elects new board members ORLANDO – FMI – The Food Industry Association announced on Monday its 2023 board of directors elected at the association’s annual Midwinter Executive Conference in Orlando. The new slate will guide the implementation of FMI’s 2023-approved strategic plan during a time of rapidly evolving industry challenges and opportunities and reflects the breadth of the product […] MMR January 23, 2023January 23, 2023 4 min read ExecutivesDept. GroceryBrick and MortarInternationalAssociatesKraftHeinzWakefernHy-VeeAhold DelhaizeKellogg'sDept. FreshMondelezThe Fresh MarketPublixResults & InvestmentSpartanNashSustainabilityTargetTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainEconomyUnileverHEBAlbertsons / SafewayC&S Wholesale GrocersCoca ColaCPG: Adult BeverageDanoneHealth & WellnessWalmartGeneral MillsGiant EaglePartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Where arrogance and sophistication collide: the week’s six biggest retail technology news stories It’s Friday, the weekend is almost upon us, so let’s kick back and reflect on another eventful week for the retail systems space. Here’s your briefing on the most important stories from the past five days, including H-E-B, AutoStore, Sainsbury’s, Just Eat, Wakefern Food Corp., and Trigo. 1. H-E-B taps AutoStore tech for ‘world’s most […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub January 20, 2023January 20, 2023 4 min read Technology & InnovationMarketing: SocialDept. NonfoodTwitterPartnershipsTrends: TechAmazonInternational - UKDept. ApparelFood DeliveryWakefernHEBTescoAldiConsumersDept. GroceryExecutivesDeliveryHy-VeeCustomer ExperienceBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshAssociatesStore FormatTech: CashierlessDept. Adult BevStrategyDept. BeverageShoppersStore LocationMerchandisingDept. DairyPress ReleaseOperations & Supply ChainEconomyESG and CSRAhold Delhaizesocial commerceQ CommerceResults & InvestmentWalmartTikTokDept. Perimeter7-Eleven & Speedway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern unveils frictionless checkout pilot The supermarket operator has opened an autonomous convenience store at its corporate offices in New Jersey and is planning a second location featuring the tech in the near future. Grocery Dive January 18, 2023January 18, 2023 < 1 min read WakefernTrends: TechTechnology & InnovationStrategyStore LocationPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern seeking diverse private label suppliers KEASBEY, N.J. – Wakefern Food Corp. today announced its Own Brands Supplier Diversity Summit. The latest summit is an open call to diverse private label manufacturers to source exciting new and trending food and beverage products for potential addition to Wakefern’s award-winning Bowl & Basket and Wholesome Pantry store brands portfolio. Certified Diverse private label […] MMR January 10, 2023January 10, 2023 2 min read WakefernOwned Brands (Private Label)InclusivityDept. GroceryVendorsTechnology & InnovationConsumersDept. BeverageExecutivesDept. BabyDept. FreshMerchandisingNestlePartnershipsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Village posts Q1 gains on inflation, productivity improvements ShopRite operator cites higher gross margins and reduced operating costs as profits jump 51% Supermarket News December 11, 2022December 11, 2022 < 1 min read EconomyWakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Wakefern enables SNAP EBT payment for Instacart orders Expanded capability to bolster access to fresh foods Supermarket News November 8, 2022November 8, 2022 < 1 min read InstacartWakefernDeliveryDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern sees sales rebound in fiscal 2022 ShopRite parent eyes more growth for retail banners, own brands, e-commerce Supermarket News October 30, 2022October 30, 2022 < 1 min read Wakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Years Before Wegmans Arrives in CT, Competitor Girds For Battle CT Insider has a story about how years before Wegmans opens its first Connecticut store on Route 1 in Norwalk, one supermarket competitor – just a quarter-mile or so away – already is getting busy competing. Here’s how the story frames the scenario: “ShopRite customers in Norwalk will see the bustle of activity near the […] MorningNewsBeat October 7, 2022October 7, 2022 2 min read WegmansWakefernAhold DelhaizeBrick and MortarShoppersTrader JoesAssociatesCostcoDeliveryDept. GroceryTech: CashierlessWalmartDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wakefern adds to private-brand supplier roster New vendors selected in grocery cooperatives Own Brands Summit Supermarket News September 28, 2022September 28, 2022 < 1 min read WakefernVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery New Instacart Tech To Connect Physical, Virtual Store Experiences Instacart yesterday introduced a program it is calling Connected Stores, described as “a bundle of six new Instacart Platform technologies that layer on top of existing offerings, helping grocers bring together the best of online ordering and in-store shopping for consumers.” The goal, Instacart says, is to “create a unified, personalized experience for customers by […] MorningNewsBeat September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 4 min read InstacartTechnology & InnovationDeliveryResults & InvestmentAmazonBrick and MortarAssociatesAcquisitionData & InsightsExecutivesShoppersMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsStart UpsConsumersDept. NonfoodPress ReleaseEconomyStrategyDept. FreshPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: BrandWakefern 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Market Basket tops index of retailers for inflationary times LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Market Basket is rated the top U.S. grocer in terms of gaining customers as consumer prices rise, according to a special edition of the Retailer Preference Index (RPI) from dunnhumby, a provider of customer data and analysis. Market Basket topped all 69 retailers in the Inflation RPI rankings, ahead of household […] MMR September 20, 2022September 20, 2022 3 min read Technology & InnovationShoppersEconomyInsight ProvidersBig DatadunnhumbyMarketing: Retail MediaThick DataDollar GeneralWalmartCOVID19LidlData & InsightsDept. GroceryFamily DollarMarketing: TradeAldiConsumersStore LocationWakefernBJ’s Wholesale ClubMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationMarketing: SocialSave A LotOwned Brands (Private Label)Grocery OutletKrogerDept. NonfoodAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Adventure and novelty identified as 2023 flavor trends Kerry’s Flavor Insights report reveals 2023 foodservice consumer trends. Written by Food Business News June 1, 2023June 1, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Media & Marketing Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Instacart piloting ‘favorite shopper’ feature The feature, which allows consumers to single out their preferred in-store shoppers to fulfill future orders, will roll out in the coming weeks among select users. Dive Brief: Instacart said in a Tuesday blog it will pilot a feature for customers that lets them select their favorite personal shoppers to fulfill online orders. Select customers and personal shoppers […] Written by Grocery Dive May 31, 2023June 1, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Merchandising Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Albertsons gives its Signature private brands a single identity The grocer is bringing its Signature Farms, Signature Care and Signature Cafe private labels under its flagship Signature Select brand and has launched a new advertising campaign to promote the expanded product line. Dive Brief: Albertsons announced Wednesday it is bringing its Signature Farms, Signature Care and Signature Cafe private label products under its flagship Signature Select […] Written by Grocery Dive May 31, 2023June 1, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Department: Nonfood Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees More Than 1,700 Amazon Employees Plan Walkout Today From the Seattle Times: “More than 1,700 Amazon employees have pledged to walk off the job on Wednesday, demanding more flexibility with remote work and more attention on Amazon’s climate impact. “Of the 1,726 employees who had signed on to participate by Tuesday afternoon, about 830 plan to physically walk out of offices in Amazon’s […] Written by MorningNewsBeat May 31, 2023June 1, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Department & Category Department: Food Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Instacart begins nationwide rollout of ChatGPT search tool The tool allows customers to find products as well as recipes, food prep tips and more using “natural language” instead of keyword-based searches. Dive Brief: Instacart announced Wednesday it has begun the rollout of an artificial intelligence powered search tool that leverages ChatGPT called Ask Instacart. The company said the new capability will scale to all […] Written by Grocery Dive May 31, 2023June 1, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked