Indian e-grocer Subziwalla launches nationwide service

Following a regional rollout in the Southeast, the company is now shipping nationwide to meet elevated demand during COVID-19.

By Jeff Wells • July 2, 2020

Stop & Shop expands e-commerce operations as demand continues to climb

To better support online grocery demand, the retailer will add three warerooms and roll out pickup service to at least 50 more stores. It also recently expanded its delivery partnership with Instacart.

By Jessica Dumont • July 2, 2020

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More consumers are shopping both online and in-store

Two-thirds of Gen Z shoppers and 61% of millennials say they're now shopping both channels, according to a new report from Retail Feedback Group. 

By Jessica Dumont • July 1, 2020

Chipotle launches virtual farmers market for suppliers

The fast casual chain has partnered with Shopify to help farmers in its supply chain sell meat, dairy and grain products directly to consumers online. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • July 1, 2020

Michigan grocer launches robot-based delivery service

Refraction AI has partnered with The Produce Station, an independent grocer in Ann Arbor, to offer contactless delivery to customers.

By Krishna Thakker • July 1, 2020

Giant Food merges e-commerce services into updated platform

The grocer will transition Peapod users' account information into its revamped Giantfood.com platform, which also includes a new app. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 30, 2020

Target extends grocery pickup to more than 1,000 stores

The updates put the company well over halfway toward its goal of 1,500 stores by the holidays.

By Jeff Wells • Updated July 21, 2020

FreshDirect adds 'Express' delivery service in NYC

The two-hour grocery delivery service will roll out in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens, and will also add grocery pickup in high-demand areas of the Northeast.

By Jessica Dumont • June 25, 2020

Thrive Market launches frozen meals

The online retailer is tapping into the growing category with a private label line of 11 single-serve bowls and skillets.

By Krishna Thakker • June 24, 2020

Brandless is back

Less than six months after going out of business, the online retailer is returning with new leadership that's determined to correct its mistakes and finally deliver on its potential. 

By Jeff Wells • June 22, 2020

Raley's opens 'dark' store in response to COVID-19

Giant Eagle, meanwhile, has reopened a dark store in Ohio as grocers continue to navigate e-commerce fulfillment during the pandemic.

By Krishna Thakker • June 22, 2020

Amazon extends SNAP program participation

The online retailer will accept benefits from customers in 36 states for purchases from Amazon Grocery, Amazon Pantry and Amazon Fresh. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 19, 2020

Online grocery startup Dumpling raises $6.5M

The Instacart competitor plans to invest the money in technology enhancements and tools that help gig workers start their own delivery services. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 18, 2020

DoorDash teams up with CVS for same-day delivery

This is the first pharmacy partnership for the delivery platform, which has been steadily expanding with retailers.

By Jessica Dumont • June 17, 2020

E-grocery startup claims to put ordering on 'autopilot'

For $45 a month, Jupiter uses an algorithm to plan customers' grocery lists and weekly meals.

By Krishna Thakker • June 17, 2020

Seattle passes hazard pay bill for food delivery drivers

The city council unanimously passed the rule requiring food delivery companies like Instacart to pay drivers an additional $2.50 per trip.

By Jeff Wells • Updated June 16, 2020

Instacart raises $225M in new funding

The grocery delivery service, which has seen its market share surge as consumers shop more online, is now valued at $13.7 billion.

By Jessica Dumont • June 12, 2020

Ocado to raise $1.3B as online grocery sales power ahead

The company sees an opportunity for growth as the grocers it partners with position themselves to meet rising e-commerce demand.

By Sam Silverstein • June 12, 2020

Sam's Club rolls out curbside pickup across the US

The service will be free for Plus-level members of the Walmart-owned warehouse chain.

By Sam Silverstein • June 11, 2020

Instacart claims more than half of online grocery market

The company's share reached 57% in April, a record high, while Walmart's fell about 25%, according to a report from The Information and Second Measure. 

By Jessica Dumont • June 10, 2020

United Supermarkets adds GPS tech to speed up curbside pickup

The Albertsons-owned grocer is using a location-based system to determine when e-commerce customers will arrive at stores.

By Sam Silverstein • June 9, 2020

How the pandemic could fundamentally alter store layouts

Backrooms will grow to fill online orders and retail floors will become smaller and more focused on shopper experiences, according to one expert.

By Jeff Wells • June 8, 2020

C&S links up with Instacart as local grocers stream online

The deal will offer e-commerce services, including same-day delivery, to more than 3,000 independent grocers supplied by the wholesaler.

By Jeff Wells • June 5, 2020

Impossible Foods launches direct-to-consumer site as plant-based sales soar

As the brand expands its retail footprint, consumers can now buy its burgers in bulk package sizes and get them delivered in two days with free shipping. 

By Jessi Devenyns • June 5, 2020

Kroger reveals Ocado site location in Michigan as part of CFC expansion

The new 135,000-square-foot facility in Romulus is expected to be fully operational 18 months after the site breaks ground. 

By Krishna Thakker • Updated Sept. 28, 2020