Subliminal serenades: How grocery store playlists affect purchases

According to a study from the University of South Florida, stores should slow jam to increase veggie sales and rage for more red meat.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 10, 2018

The Information: Only 2% of Alexa users reportedly purchase off the devices

The publication cited "two people briefed on the company's internal figures" for the statistic, and also claimed that of those 2%, 90% didn't make a second purchase.

By Dan Alaimo • Aug. 8, 2018

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Grocery loyalty

Food retailers are depending on techniques designed to build and maintain connections with customers as they strive to stand out.

By Grocery Dive staff

Whole Foods launches curbside pickup for Prime members

The service, available in Sacramento and Virginia Beach, will allow shoppers to pick up groceries ordered via the Prime Now app.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 8, 2018

Amazon now lets Alexa users shop for delivery from Whole Foods

The expansion arrives at a time when there are questions about just how strong the interest is in voice shopping. 

By Robert Williams • Aug. 7, 2018

Walmart to test grocery-picking robots as industry interest grows

Alphabot, specially built for Walmart, will work with employees at the retailer's Salem, New Hampshire, store to speed fulfillment of pickup orders. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 6, 2018

Schnucks rewards frequent shoppers with new loyalty program

In addition to money off purchases, the initiative has a smartphone app that allows customers to locate items in its stores.

By Patti Zarling • Aug. 3, 2018

Albertsons joins forces with venture capital firm to invest in emerging technologies

The grocer has partnered with Greycroft to create a $50 million fund that will be used for the company's digital transformation.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 3, 2018

Walmart hit with $2B lawsuit over produce technology

Zest Labs claims the retailer stole its proprietary information to develop Eden, a management system that can extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables.

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 2, 2018

Three startups secure a total of $350M to challenge traditional players in food and beverage space

Brandless, Bulletproof and Apeel each announced new funding this week, which they will use to extend their footprints and technology. 

By Alicia Kelso • Aug. 1, 2018

David versus Amazon: Can independent grocers profit off e-commerce?

While large competitors often win on price and convenience, experts say small retailers can’t afford to shy away from online shopping.

By Jeff Wells • July 30, 2018

Why Ahold USA is partnering with RangeMe for product discovery

This technology could help reduce retail prices and streamline communication between retailers and CPG brands.

By Doug Harris • Jan. 12, 2017