Category Archives: 2010 07 Article Archives
Nonfood Talk: A new soapbox?
A fledgling e-commerce site is eyeing the health and beauty care category. Traditional retailers need to pay attention and initiate some strategies to fight … Continue reading
Sharpening the blades
Razor manufacturers are banking on new technologies to spur sales in the grocery channel. By Craig Levitt The razor war between Gillette and Schick … Continue reading
Striking it rich
The 2010 IDDBA convention in Houston showcased a wealth of products and creative merchandising ideas. By Richard Turcsik The A-list speakers, including Rachel Ray, … Continue reading
On Point: An eye to the future
Healthier foods will be a growing presence on grocery shoppers’ lists. By Tom Weir It seems not a day goes by without at least … Continue reading
Talking shop with… BOB MOORE
The CEO of iGPS discusses safety and sustainability issues as they relate to pallets. Grocery Headquarters: Safety is of course a priority for the … Continue reading
Beautiful beverages
More than just thirst-quenching, many of today’s natural beverages have a functional side as well. By Carol Radice Whether consumers are looking to reduce … Continue reading
Talking shop with… J. Hudson Garrett Jr.
Employees and customers can help to keep the store environments clean, sanitary and healthy, according to J. Hudson Garrett Jr., PhD, MSN, MPH, APRN, … Continue reading
Sounding Board: Changing channels
P&G doesn’t think every sale has to go through a retailer. Likewise, retailers shouldn’t feel obligated to carry every product in every size. By … Continue reading
Talking shop with… JULIE BURIC
The vice president of marketing with the Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP) discusses the year-round promotional opportunities for milk. Grocery Headquarters: What is MilkPEP … Continue reading
CoolMoves
Grocers are looking to reconfigured cases and alternative refrigerants to keep the lid on refrigeration costs. By Kim Ann Zimmermann Store layouts are continuously … Continue reading
Thanks for the memory
Grocers who offer the proper mix at the proper price points can do well in the consumer electronics category. By Craig Levitt Clearly, consumers … Continue reading
Getting SOCIAL
Grocers try their hand at social media to expand their reach and build customer loyalty. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy As the saying goes, “If … Continue reading
Transportation overhaul
Grocers are revamping their transportation strategies by investing in technologies and equipment and forming new partnerships. By William Epmeier If the past several years … Continue reading
Kind cuts
Packaged meats offer consumers convenience and value while expanding opportunities for retailers. By Nina Amir Packaged meat is a dependable but historically slow-growing category—sales … Continue reading
Use your noodle
While budget-friendly pasta has shown its resilience during the recession, an influx of better-for-you varieties ensures long-term success and profitability of the category. By … Continue reading
Mixing & matching
Salad options expand beyond the traditional as consumers search for convenient ways to eat healthier. By Craig Levitt As Americans continue to concern themselves … Continue reading
Waging a war on shrink
Supermarkets bolster loss prevention efforts by integrating analytics into existing anti-theft solutions. By Deena M. Amato-McCoy Shrink has always been an inevitable cost of … Continue reading
Food Forum: Pause before you cause
Companies can do the most good by choosing a cause that fits the corporate culture and supporting it in a big way. By Jyoti … Continue reading
Westward Ho!
Companies in Idaho and Washington State are spreading the message of the area’s unique produce through social media and websites. By Carol Radice Odds … Continue reading
