Category Archives: 2012 03 Article Archives
Nonfoods Talk: The man cave
Enticing adult men into your grooming section is only half the battle. Retailers need to target teenagers as well if they want to maximize … Continue reading
Wellness worthy
GHQ takes a glimpse at trends impacting key wellness categories and the hot items expected to drive growth this year. Continue reading
On Point: Photo finish
There is much to be learned from Kodak’s misfortune. If your company is flying high and all signs point to a bright future, maybe … Continue reading
The spices of life
The growing popularity of ethnic cuisine and the trend toward healthier eating has led to increased spice and seasoning sales. Continue reading
Food Forum: Creating opportunities for collaboration
To nurture the next generation of food retailers, industry leaders and educators must find new ways to work together. By Richard J. George, Ph.D. … Continue reading
Men on a mission to look good
Men are taking their grooming seriously and retailers are pulling out all the stops to help them polish their image. Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Larry Graham
Larry Graham, president of the National Confectioners Association, says that this year’s event will be the largest ever and should offer quite a few … Continue reading
Talking Shop with… Xavier Poncin
The executive director of SIAL Canada 2012, says that momentum is building for this year’s event, slated for early May in Montreal. Grocery Headquarters: … Continue reading
Perfectly Packaged
Environmental concerns have moved to the forefront of the packaging category. Continue reading
Giving back is the new black
Retailers are finding that community support does more than make them feel warm and fuzzy inside. It is growing sales. Continue reading
Heading for Home
The annual Housewares Show promises a wide selection of new merchandise that may fit into supermarkets. Continue reading
Solving the pricing puzzle
Price optimization software, electronic shelf labels and cloud computing are helping grocers manage pricing strategies. Continue reading
Struggling in the golden state
California is considered a trendsetter. It would be wise for retailers in the other 49 states to pay close attention. Continue reading
Gourmet by the bay
Mouthwatering delicacies and record crowds could be found at the Winter Fancy Food Show in San Francisco. Tim Sullivan should have known better, but … Continue reading
Call of the sea
International Boston Seafood Show attendees will be lured by exhibitors featuring new products and marketing programs. Continue reading
Food Forum: Avoiding poor promotion execution
Discounts and other incentives that are handled incorrectly at the POS can result in significant losses for retailers. By Derek M. Rodner Retailers are … Continue reading
What a girl wants
National brands are innovating the feminine hygiene category, and private label is not far behind. This in-demand category is experiencing a facelift and retailers … Continue reading
Caught in the act!
Retail theft remains high but grocers are using some reliable crime stoppers such as cameras and public view monitors in new ways. Shoppers struggling … Continue reading
Movin’ on up
As A&P exits bankruptcy, a remodeled The Food Emporium on Manhattan’s Upper East Side showcases the retailer’s marketing potential. If Florence Johnston, the wise-cracking … Continue reading
Not to be repeated
Supermarkets have avoided most of the major blunders that other companies keep making over and over. Can their winning streak continue? Some say the … Continue reading
