Category Archives: 2011 12 Article Archives
From the Publisher: Gas pump economics
Consumers are paying more for gas and other energy needs. Sounds like more bad news for retailers. Except there may be a silver lining … Continue reading
An Independent Voice: The art of appreciation
We tend to focus on showing gratitude around the holidays, but we should recognize workplace excellence throughout the year. By Jane Olszeski Tortola We … Continue reading
Food Forum: Bridging the social media gap
Grocers need to tailor their social media outreach to older members of the Gen Y and Baby Boom generations. By Richard J. George How … Continue reading
Food Forum: Increase the power of the candy aisle
Clearing up the chaos and having an efficient assortment are just some ways to boost candy sales. By Timothy LeBel In these uncertain economic … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Jim Mozer
The vice president/general manager of refrigeration marketing and the integrated products division of Emerson Climate Technologies says that compressor technology is crucial to refrigeration … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Elizabeth Webb
The cause marketing manager for DS Waters says that water is the perfect product to promote breast cancer awareness throughout the year. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Economizing with equipment
With space and budget dollars at a premium, grocers are looking for economical deli and bakery equipment. By Kim Ann Zimmermann Whether via money, … Continue reading
Nonfoods Talk: When the pipeline is overflowing
New nonfoods items keep arriving, but there is no more room on the shelves. What can grocers do? By Seth Mendelson An executive from … Continue reading
Battery sales recharging
To build the category, grocers need to broaden their offerings and increase visibility to capture impulse sales. By Carol Radice Battery sales showed signs … Continue reading
Frozen food forte
From appetizers to snack foods to entrees, the better-for-you frozen food category is heating up. By Carol Radice Time-pressed consumers are always looking for … Continue reading
A team effort
Some consumers watch the Super Bowl with a small group of family and friends huddled around the TV. For others it has become a much larger event. However fans chose to enjoy the game, one thing is consistent, a lot of food will be consumed. Continue reading
Pushing protein
Supermarkets stronghold as the primary channel where consumers make food purchases has never been more precarious.
Target and Walmart have entered the fresh produce arena. Continue reading
Fitness in the food bowl
Pet foods and treats that offer nutritional value continue to be favorites among consumers. By Craig Levitt There is an old wives’ tale that … Continue reading
How would you like to pay for that?
Emerging solutions expand payment options at the POS. Consumers are exploring a variety of payment options—including paying with their smartphones and tapping instead of … Continue reading
Healthy eating oasis
What do people living in quaint clapboard houses on the Kansas prairie, Southside Chicago tenements, shotgun houses in New Orleans’ Ninth Ward and the battered row houses of gritty North Philadelphia have in common?
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