Category Archives: 2011 09 Article Archives
Making room in the budget
Multi-channel integration efforts top grocers’ IT priorities as spending slowly increases. By Deena Amato-McCoy Even with the severe tumbles and rebounds of the stock … Continue reading
The evolution of GMDC
The 41-year-old trade association connects with members and prospective members via Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. By Nora Caley When the Global Market Development Center … Continue reading
FMI show teams efficiency with design
Retailers can learn about the latest in sustainable store design and energy-efficient refrigeration systems among other topics at the FMI Energy & Store Development … Continue reading
Battle of the brands
The symbiotic relationship between national and private label brands helps retailers better market the produce aisle. By Elizabeth Louise Hatt National brands versus private … Continue reading
Food Forum: Can grocers leverage emerging media?
Only time and thorough testing will determine if supermarkets can profit from social media, location-based marketing and other budding communication channels. By Marek Polonski … Continue reading
Food Forum: A trip to the local watering hole
Domestic bottled water offers a close-to-home option that appeals to eco-conscious consumers and retailers. By P. Allen Smith We are in the middle of … Continue reading
Quenching a thirst for sales
Beverage sales appear to be back on track Following two off years. By Craig Levitt Retailers can lead consumers to the beverage aisle, but … Continue reading
The pies have it
By offering convenience and quality that rival restaurants, at a fraction of the price, frozen pizza delivers strong sales and profits. By Richard Turcsik … Continue reading
Paper sales on a tear
Innovative new products, improved private label, environmental awareness and aggressive pricing are helping to grow the paper category. By Richard Turcsik The big news … Continue reading
Sounding Board: Unfriendly labor relations
With their ranks depleted, hungry unions are increasingly targeting retailers. By Len Lewis It is a funny thing about fear. It just feeds on … Continue reading
Reaping healthy sales from the sick
Retailers that are not prepared for the flu season are sure to suffer sickly cough/cold OTC sales. By Craig Levitt Hot summer days are … Continue reading
Wonder drug
Duane Reade debuts its Wall Street flagship store, which is bullish on grocery and fresh food. “Great place!” That is how Donald J. Trump … Continue reading
Shifting tide
Local, domestic and value-added items are transforming the seafood department. By Richard Turcsik Change is afloat at the seafood counter of A&P. The product … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: The competition is online
Ecommerce can take a bite out of nonfoods sales. It is time to fight back against the Amazon.com’s of the world. By Seth Mendelson … Continue reading
Food Forum: Superfruits at a tipping point
Foods such as granola bars, muffins and cold cereals that incorporate superfruits will drive growth. By Jeff Manning Health-conscious consumers who already eat fresh … Continue reading
A natural glow
Product integrity and performance are driving natural and organic personal care sales. By Carol Radice Consumer interest in natural and organic skin, hair and … Continue reading
Sweet on onions
Retailers have to be vigilant in keeping their sweet onion offerings genuine to keep customers satisfied. By Elizabeth Louise Hatt The sweet onion category … Continue reading
A real page-turner
Even As digital media expands, there is still a place for magazines. By Craig Levitt It sure seems like technology has it out for … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Beth St. Raymond
The director of sun care for Energizer Personal Care says that sun care is among the sales leaders in seasonal categories. Grocery Headquarters: Why … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Philip Fritz
E Lighting Solutions’ product manager for LED retail display lighting says demand for LED lighting in refrigerated display cases is growing and other areas … Continue reading
An Independent Voice: Cashing in on cards
Grocers have a chance to grow their social expression departments as many independent card shops fold. By Jane Olszeski Tortola She received numerous good … Continue reading
On Point: The fight is not over
Walmart may be down, but do not count the retailing giant out. By Tom Weir Nothing like hard times to bring a high-flyer down … Continue reading
Future Forces: Pass it along
Combining location-based marketing with mobile technology will make word-of-mouth marketing even more powerful. By Patrick Kiernan You have probably noticed the growing use of … Continue reading
