Technology: Page 4


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    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 Jan. 10, 2025
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    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 Jan. 9, 2025
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    Trendline

    Grocery loyalty

    Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

    By Grocery Dive staff
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    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 Jan. 9, 2025
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    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 Jan. 8, 2025
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    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 Jan. 7, 2025
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    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
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    Deep Dive

    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
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    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 Jan. 2, 2025
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    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 Dec. 18, 2024
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    Regional grocer expands digital promotions

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

    By Dec. 17, 2024
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    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
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    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 Dec. 13, 2024
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    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 Dec. 12, 2024
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    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 Dec. 10, 2024
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    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
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    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 Dec. 10, 2024
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    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
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    Sponsored by GoSpotCheck by FORM

    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
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    Hybrid shopping is here: How grocers can use technology to meet new consumer expectations

    Discover how grocers can use digital tools to bridge online and in-store shopping seamlessly.

    By Jenny Coppola, Bitly Inc. • Dec. 2, 2024
  • A worker scans produce at a Morrisons supermarket in 2017. The supermarket chain was impacted by a cyberattack against Blue Yonder in November 2024.
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    Ransomware hits supply chain software firm Blue Yonder ahead of Thanksgiving

    The attack against Blue Yonder led to issues for Morrisons, a U.K.-based grocery chain, in its warehouse management system for fresh food and produce.

    By David Jones • Nov. 25, 2024
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    How grocers have implemented AI in 2024

    While consumers may not see it, food retailers are increasingly using this technology to streamline employee communication, improve forecasting and more.

    By Nov. 22, 2024
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    Meijer to add nearly 500 electric charging stalls

    The electric vehicle charging company plans to deploy up to 480 fast-charging stalls in as many as 60 of the retailer’s locations.

    By Nov. 20, 2024