Beyond bells and whistles: How grocery apps are (and should be) evolving

From couponing to wayfinding to online ordering, retailers' mobile offerings are still a work in progress, experts say.

By Jessica Dumont • March 18, 2019

Amazon Meal Kits surface at Whole Foods

First launched online in 2017, the kits are now sold at select stores in California, Nevada and Arizona.

By Jessica Dumont • March 18, 2019

Ocado to open its first US office in Washington, DC

The company will open a temporary base of operations in Tysons, Virginia next month while it searches for a permanent location.

By Jessica Dumont • March 18, 2019

Kroger's autonomous delivery test moves to Houston

The grocer said it will conclude its Scottsdale, Arizona pilot this month, which launched in 2018, before initiating phase two in Texas this spring.

By Jeff Wells • March 14, 2019

Walmart CFO: grocery a 'halo' for the retailer

In a presentation to investors, Brett Biggs highlighted the success of online grocery and how it is a major driver in the company's overall growth. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 13, 2019

Shipt appoints former Target exec as new CEO

The appointment of Kelly Caruso, who formerly held positions in hardlines and global sourcing for the retailer, comes as the e-commerce company fights for new grocery business.

By Lauren Manning • March 12, 2019

Bottoms up: Instacart expands alcohol delivery to 14 states

The move caters to retailers seeking higher margins and new shopping occasions in e-commerce.

By Jessica Dumont • March 12, 2019

Walmart wins in grocery pickup, while Amazon dominates delivery, survey says

Adoption rates for e-commerce are still low, but grocery pickup is gaining steam in the southern U.S. while delivery scores big in the Northeast. 

By Lauren Manning • March 7, 2019

Sprouts, Piggly Wiggly and Harps Foods embrace Instacart

A number of smaller grocers are turning to the online grocery service, helping the company regain some momentum after recent public stumbles. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 6, 2019

Farmstead partners with Kraft Heinz to expand inventory

The company is adding pantry staple classics including Jell-O and Kraft Mac & Cheese to provide one-stop online grocery shopping.

By Lauren Manning • March 5, 2019

AmazonFresh to feature sponsored products on website

The content, which will appear to U.S. shoppers where the service is available, will create a way for food brands to stand out.

By Lauren Manning • March 4, 2019

Fresco Y Más jumps into e-commerce

The chain says it's one of the first Hispanic grocers to offer online ordering and delivery.

By Jeff Wells • March 1, 2019

Brookshire brings curbside pickup to stores in Texas

Like many regional grocers, the company is angling to stay competitive as national retailers digitize the grocery experience.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 28, 2019

Stop & Shop will open more automated fulfillment centers this year

Ahold Delhaize will roll out "several" additional small-scale e-commerce facilities across the chain, with deployment accelerating in 2020.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 27, 2019

Costco surpasses Amazon in customer satisfaction survey

The club retailer's investments in online shopping are paying off, according to the latest American Consumer Satisfaction Index report, while numerous supermarket chains saw their scores decline. 

By Krishna Thakker • Feb. 27, 2019

Schnucks kicks off alcohol delivery in Missouri and Illinois

More grocers are navigating local liquor laws and tapping into the niche but growing e-commerce channel.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 27, 2019

Amazon launches private label milk

New Happy Belly brand dairy products, including half-and-half and lactose-free milk, are the first such offerings made by the e-commerce company, according to TJI Research. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 25, 2019

Pink Dot signs exclusive delivery partnership with Postmates

The move comes as the hip Southern California grocery and c-store chain plans to expand to Phoenix, New York and Chicago.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Feb. 25, 2019

GetSwift's farm-to-table, scheduling tech deals solidify its last-mile offering

As more companies look to improve their delivery operations, they have found that they also need staffing solutions such as scheduling to go along with it.  

Feb. 22, 2019

Nielsen and NPD team up to track omnichannel shopping

The companies say they'll combine strengths to create an "omnishopper panel" that measures in-store and online sales across categories.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 21, 2019

Boxed CEO sees 2019 as a 'breakout year'

From warehouse technology to a greater focus on fresh foods, Chieh Huang says he wants to balance legacy strengths with emerging business opportunities.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 20, 2019

Kroger announces 2 more Ocado sites

The grocer plans to build its second and third automated warehouses in the Mid-Atlantic and central Florida.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 19, 2019

Walmart e-commerce sales grow 43%

The big-box retailer is seeing more customers using its online grocery services and larger basket sizes. 

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 19, 2019

Insurance company pilots meal delivery program

Blue Cross Blue Shield hopes to take the guesswork and obstacles out of using food as medicine, as well as help tackle the accessibility of healthy food. 

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 19, 2019

Jet to sell direct from NYC's Fulton Fish Market

The retailer hopes to take on FreshDirect and Amazon by offering local, sustainably sourced seafood with same-day delivery.

By Lauren Manning • Feb. 15, 2019