ReposiTrak and Upshop partner to help retailers meet food traceability standards

The companies are connecting their platforms to assist grocers in reducing shrink, boosting sales and complying with updated federal regulations governing how they track high-risk food items.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 15, 2025

How grocers can tackle food accessibility challenges

As retailers look to appeal to people in underserved areas, industry leaders recently weighed in on key issues, from improving operations to reaching SNAP shoppers.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 13, 2025

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Retail media

Grocers of all sizes are continuing to test the bounds of digital retail media capabilities through the launch of new capabilities and third-party partnerships.

By Grocery Dive staff

Instacart strikes deals to bring smart carts to independent grocers

Under the partnerships, Dumac Business Systems and Truno Retail Technology Solutions will handle implementation, maintenance and support of the carts for retailers.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 13, 2025

Albertsons rolls out ads, tools to attract digital shoppers

The grocer launched a marketing campaign highlighting the speed and convenience of services like pickup and 30-minute delivery.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 10, 2025

Ahold Delhaize turns to new provider for digital coupons

The grocery company linked with Inmar to give its U.S. banners access to new offers and the ability to push relevant savings opportunities to online shoppers.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 10, 2025

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.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 9, 2025

Long Island grocer automates refrigeration system to bolster sustainability

King Kullen’s new partnership with Facilio will enable the grocer to stay ahead of EPA regulation changes.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 9, 2025

How grocers can make online sampling a curated experience for shoppers

Swish aims to make product discovery in delivery and pickup orders a more personalized experience. 

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 8, 2025

Simbe rolls out fixed sensors to augment its inventory robots

The solution reflects retailers’ interest in tech designed to monitor goods in need of frequent restocking or with high shrink rates, CEO Brad Bogolea said.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 7, 2025

Albertsons, DoorDash boost advertiser offerings around data, measurement

The companies seek to help advertisers better measure retail media performance with separate partnerships announced at CES.

By Chris Kelly • Jan. 7, 2025

8 grocery industry trends to watch in 2025

Experts expect food retailers to focus on value, sharpen their data management capabilities and adapt to the evolving health and wellness needs of consumers.

By Grocery Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025

Instacart links with Samsung on shoppable fridge tech

The multi-year partnership will allow people to order groceries from the screens of select Samsung refrigerators.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 2, 2025

The Friday Checkout: Smile! Walmart has you on camera.

Selected store workers for the retailer are wearing body cameras as part of a new security pilot. But what the cameras are really watching remains unclear. 

By Grocery Dive Staff • Dec. 20, 2024

Sizing up 2024: A look back at our top grocery forecasts

Grocery Dive predicted that food retailers would focus on refining omnichannel, boosting e-commerce and ramping up in-store experiences. So how’d we do?

By Grocery Dive Staff • Dec. 19, 2024

Walmart tests in-store body cameras for employees

The retailer is embarking on the pilot program in the name of safety. But one industry advocacy group says higher staffing and improved safety training and protocols are needed.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 18, 2024

The Fresh Market ushers in new tech suite

The partnership with VusionGroup will equip the grocer’s stores with new ESLs and inventory management tools.

By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 18, 2024

Regional grocer expands digital promotions

Mississippi chain Roberts Company Inc. has linked up with rewards technology company Upside.

By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 17, 2024

Is your self-checkout “doing the most” for your business?

Four essential questions you should be asking when selecting your next self-checkout in order to get “the most” out of today’s available solutions!

Dec. 16, 2024

Amazon’s top grocery moves in 2024

From digital updates to reigniting Amazon Fresh store openings, the e-tailer giant continued to push ahead with its grocery strategy.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 13, 2024

Hy-Vee adds more than 10,000 in-store screens

The grocery chain linked with Grocery TV to power the screens across more than 400 locations, bolstering the grocer’s in-store retail media network.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 12, 2024

Albertsons serves up AI-driven personalization for alcohol and food

In California, the grocer’s direct-to-consumer wine shipping platform is now using Preferabli’s product discovery and recommendation software.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 10, 2024

Ahold Delhaize links with Campbell’s to test regenerative agriculture in potatoes

The grocery operator has worked with some of the largest food companies to transform supply chains for well-known brands.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 10, 2024

IGA buys media company to streamline in-store promotions

The acquisition of Inmar’s Scanner Applications aims to help independents offer on-shelf deals.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 10, 2024

Dollar General hires technology, distribution execs

Tom Hutchins has been appointed senior vice president of technology, while Kevin Pinchon takes on a role as senior vice president of distribution.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 2, 2024

Holiday basket builders: 5 strategies to pursue growth in grocery this season

Boost sales and basket size this holiday season with these innovative merchandising strategies.

By Lauren Kaudelka • Dec. 2, 2024