Category Archives: 2010 01 Article Archives
Talking shop with… Perry Reynolds
The vice president of marketing and trade development for the International Housewares Association sees increased opportunities for housewares in the supermarket channel. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Hopping down the seasonal aisle
Candy companies and other makers of Easter items are rolling out new products, promotions and packaging. By Nora Caley While consumers are just recovering … Continue reading
Taking the LEED
Supermarkets are upgrading equipment and using eco-friendly materials to gain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. What they’re finding is that these … Continue reading
Linking to loyalty
By aligning more closely with frequent shopper programs, electronic coupons and mobile marketing programs gain traction as a strategy to keep customers coming back. … Continue reading
Loyal friend
A steady stream of product introductions and a shift to higher-margin, healthier and nutritious offerings are helping the pet aisle remain strong. By Richard … Continue reading
Minding the pharmacy counter
A Grocery Headquarters’ survey finds that retailers have lots of issues with their pharmacy section. By Seth Mendelson What are retailers thinking about when … Continue reading
On the path to wellness
Grocery Headquarters‘ Trailblazer Awards recognize excellence in 19 health and wellness categories. By Carol Radice Since 2006, Grocery Headquarters’ annual Trailblazer Awards have honored … Continue reading
Food Forum: Planning from the top down
Strategy is too important to leave to strategists. Leaders must take the reins. By Mark Lang Leaders need to agree on what strategy is. … Continue reading
Bottom(line)s Up!
Larger pack sizes, in-store displays and innovative products continue to pace supermarket beer sales. By Craig Levitt It may be time for retailers and … Continue reading
On Point: Power vs. profits
Fighting among trading partners may be counterproductive. By Tom Weir Was it really only a couple of years ago that commodity prices were going … Continue reading
Sounding Board: Branding in the age of Oprah
What can retailers and CPG firms learn from this brand-building powerhouse? By Len Lewis They laughed, cried tears of sorrow and joy, held hands … Continue reading
Selling nonfoods to the health & wellness shopper
Global Market Development Center research suggests that supermarkets are well positioned to capture this lucrative consumer. By Craig Levitt In their infancy, organic and … Continue reading
Future Forces: First at being second
A look at the airline industry can help retailers reshape their strategies for rewarding top customers. By Patrick Kiernan As Seinfeld’s George Costanza said, … Continue reading
Fresh start
With the indulgence of the holidays behind us, the beginning of a new year is a great time for retailers to promote healthy eating … Continue reading
Super spuds
Potato growers are grabbing the side dish spotlight with eye-popping promotions and value-added products that stress convenience. By Nina Amir The cold weather and … Continue reading
Going green for baby
Natural and sustainable products continue to gain favor with parents. By Craig Levitt Natural and green products may seem like a good idea, but … Continue reading
Tackling the front end
Many grocery retailers are not doing enough to maximize front end sales, according to study sponsored by a consortium of manufacturers. Here are some … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: A Thanksgiving tale
Trying to buy a computer at Wal-Mart on Thanksgiving night did not create a happy ending to the holiday for my family. By Seth … Continue reading
