GrubHub Adds New Features to App
Grubhub has recently made significant updates to its app, aimed at enhancing the overall user experience by offering features that streamline food ordering. These enhancements focus on personalization, order tracking, and faster delivery, ensuring a seamless process for customers. One…
Preparing for Entertainment-Infused Grocery Retail
In a recent conversation with Progressive Grocer, Abhi provided critical insights into the grocery industry, particularly regarding the challenges it faces and the transformative role of generative artificial intelligence (AI). As grocery retailers adapt to the shifting landscape of consumer…
Alibaba rolls out an AI-powered B2B sourcing tool
Alibaba has once again made headlines in the realm of business innovations by launching an AI-powered tool designed specifically for B2B sourcing. This initiative comes as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to streamline the sourcing process for businesses on…
Big Y Names New Meat & Seafood Director
Big Y Foods has welcomed Megan L. Moriarty as its new director of Meat & Seafood, succeeding the retiring Norm E. Vernadakis. This leadership change marks a pivotal moment for the company, as Moriarty has been a part of Big…
Publix Earnings Down for the Quarter But Steady for First Half of ‘24
Publix Super Markets, the Florida-based grocery giant, recently reported its second-quarter earnings, revealing a slight dip in profits. The company’s net earnings for the quarter ending June 29 stood at $972 million, down 11.4% from the previous year. This decline…
How Did Midsummer Sales Events Fare This Year?
In July, several major retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, and Target, implemented high-profile sales events designed to invigorate the typically slow retail market. Industry analysts have noted the strategic necessity of such promotions during this quieter shopping season. John Harmon, managing…
Wegmans to Open 1st Supermarket in Connecticut
Wegmans Food Markets is set to open its first supermarket in Connecticut at 675 Connecticut Avenue, Norwalk, in the summer of 2025. This milestone marks a significant expansion for the 100-year-old family-owned chain, which operates 111 stores along the East…
Study finds AI may cut up to 5% of jobs in Latin America
A recent study reveals that artificial intelligence (AI) may significantly impact the job market in Latin America, potentially displacing up to 5% of jobs in the region. This finding highlights the urgent need for policymakers and businesses to adapt to…
Isle of Man launches AI upskilling program
The Isle of Man is set to launch a comprehensive AI upskilling program aimed at enhancing the digital skill set of its workforce. Scheduled for rollout by the end of August, this innovative initiative will offer 200 hours of free…
Weis Markets taps SymphonyAI for customer engagement, growth
Weis Markets, a prominent food retailer in the Mid-Atlantic region, has taken a significant step towards enhancing customer engagement and driving growth by partnering with SymphonyAI. The deployment of SymphonyAI’s Cinde AI marks a critical move in leveraging advanced technology…
