Tag Archives: Walmart
Study Ranks Walmart and Sam’s Club Number One at In-store Fundraising
A recent study revealed Walmart and Sam’s Club had the most successful United States in-store fundraising program of 2012, raising more than $41.6 million … Continue reading
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Walmart Launches Fresh Produce Guarantee
Walmart announced new efforts that will ensure the quality and freshness of the fruits and vegetables that it offers customers. The retailer is standing … Continue reading
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Sounding Board: Taking proper precautions
In the wake of recent violence, retailers need to be more aware of the ways to increase safety for customers and employees. There is … Continue reading
Posted in 2013 06 Article Archives, Columns
Walmart, Leading Grocery Partners to Fight Hunger this Spring
This month, Walmart and 10 of the most recognizable food companies in America embark on the third chapter of the Fighting Hunger Together initiative … Continue reading
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Hormel Foods Honored by Walmart for 2nd Year
Hormel Foods Corporation was recognized for outstanding partnership in two categories by Walmart at the retailer’s year-end award ceremony. Hormel Foods was honored for … Continue reading
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Still Making it in America
I’ve been wondering lately, when exactly did the term “Made in America” become obsolete? Contrary to some opinions, it hasn’t. In fact, American made … Continue reading
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Consumer Satisfaction in Supermarkets on the Rise
The national customer satisfaction benchmark gains 0.5% to 76.3 on a scale of 0 to 100 for the fourth quarter of 2012, according to … Continue reading
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From the Publisher: Independents taking the day
With a wide range of products tailored to specific neighborhood needs, independent Chicago-area grocers are thriving. I think I have seen the future of … Continue reading
Posted in 2013 02 Article Archives, Columns
A very public slugfest
Does a punch at Walmart give retailing a black eye? The Black Friday that kicked off the just-concluded Christmas shopping season was one for … Continue reading
Posted in 2013 01 Article Archives, Columns
Sounding Board: A new dimension to grocery shopping
“Virtual” grocery aisles are popping up in train stations, airports and other venues. While it is mostly an international trend so far, are U.S. … Continue reading
Posted in 2012 12 Article Archives, Columns
Private Label Opportunity in Developing Urban Areas
With a sagging economy, Americans are opting for smaller, more affordable housing than in the past. Some retailers are adjusting to this trend by … Continue reading
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Nonfoods Talk: A shot in the arm
Walmart is instituting a broad vaccination program that will gain consumer attention and build sales and profits. Remember the good old days of the … Continue reading
Posted in 2012 10 Article Archives, Columns, Nonfoods for Profit
Store Brands Impacting Medium-Sized Retailers
The importance of store brands business to major retailers like Wal-Mart and Kroger is well-documented, yet store brands are also having significant penetration on … Continue reading
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Walmart Launches Fighting Hunger Together Fall Initiative
Walmart ignites another initiative in the fight against hunger with the start of its $2.5 million “Golden Spark” promotion, giving consumers a chance to … Continue reading
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With Prepared Foods Market at $32 Billion, Supermarkets Aren’t Just for Groceries Anymore
Sales of prepared foods and ready-to-eat foods at retail will reach $32.45 billion in 2012, up 7.5% from 2011, according to Prepared Foods and … Continue reading
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Walmart and Unilever Executives Join GS1 US Board of Governors
Cameron Geiger of Wal-Mart Stores, and Kees Kruythoff of Unilever North America have been appointed to the GS1 US Board of Governors, the information … Continue reading
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The Class of 1962
Walmart, Target and Kmart entered the retail scene 50 years ago and ultimately altered the way Americans shop for groceries. Continue reading
Posted in 2012 06 Article Archives, Cover Stories
From the Publisher: Learning from history
The chronicles of Walmart, Target and Kmart can serve as a textbook for other retailers looking to make a mark in today’s tough retail … Continue reading
Posted in 2012 06 Article Archives, Columns
Study Finds Giant Food and ShopRite are Consumers’ Favorite Grocers
Giant Food is consumers’ favorite grocer, followed closely by ShopRite and then Walmart, according to a new consumer study by Market Force Information. The … Continue reading
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Walmart, Major Food Companies to Fight Hunger this Spring
The anti-hunger movement got some major backing when representatives from Walmart and the Walmart Foundation, The Band Perry, Kimberly Williams-Paisley and four of the … Continue reading
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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
Posted in 2012 03 Article Archives, Columns
Walmart Unveils “Great For You” Icon
A year after pledging to develop a front-of-pack label that would give its customers an easier way to identify healthier food, Wal-Mart Stores, unveils … Continue reading
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Walmart Launches New Mobile Apps to Give Customers Better Shopping Experiences Online and In-Store
Walmart has launched new applications for the iPhone and iPad designed to give its customers tools to plan their weekly shopping trips as well … Continue reading
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Sounding Board: Losing sleep
A looming discrimination suit is keeping Walmart executives up at night. But the real concern is not whether the retailer will survive, but how … Continue reading
Posted in 2011 05 Article Archives, Columns
