United Supermarkets Launches New 28-Day Wellness Challenge
As consumers continue to prioritize health and wellness, United Supermarkets is stepping up with its latest initiative: the 28-Day Challenge. Reintroduced in January 2025, this campaign is designed to encourage healthier lifestyles while also rewarding active participation through its Rewards!…
Harnessing AI in E-Commerce: Innovations Shaping Retail in 2024
As we navigate through 2024, the landscape of digital commerce continues to be significantly influenced by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). From enhancing customer experiences to optimizing backend processes, online retailers are increasingly leveraging AI technologies in innovative ways. This…
OpenAI's ChatGPT Outage: Lessons Learned from a Cloud Provider Failure
On December 26, 2024, OpenAI’s ChatGPT experienced a significant outage that began at 10:40 AM and extended until 6:20 PM. This incident, initially caused by a failure at a cloud provider’s data center, highlighted critical weaknesses in operational resilience and…
Food Recall Affects Broccoli Sold at Walmart Stores in 20 States
The recent recall of fresh broccoli florets sold at Walmart has raised significant concerns over food safety, particularly regarding Listeria monocytogenes contamination. On December 27, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall initiated by Braga Fresh, the…
Sodexo Aims to Open 100 Food Hive Locations by 2026
Sodexo, a prominent player in the foodservice industry, has set an ambitious goal to launch nearly 100 Food Hive markets at colleges and universities across the United States by 2026. With approximately 30 locations targeted for the 2024-25 academic year,…
US Foods Revolutionizes E-Commerce for the Culinary Industry
As the culinary landscape continues to evolve, US Foods stands at the forefront of this transformation, showcasing how effective e-commerce strategies can make a substantial impact. With over $35 billion in annual sales, the Rosemont, Illinois-based food distributor is achieving…
The Future of B2B Commerce: Trends Shaping the Online Landscape in 2025
In the current business environment, B2B commerce is firmly established, with projections indicating that 80% of sales interactions will occur online by the end of 2025, according to Gartner. This statistic highlights a pivotal shift in how B2B transactions are…
THE FRIDAY 5: Walmart Subject of Fed Lawsuit; Trader Joe's, Yesway in Expansion Mode
The retail landscape is witnessing a flurry of developments as 2025 begins, with significant happenings in legal battles, store expansions, and evolving consumer tastes. This roundup covers five key stories impacting the food retail industry. 1. Federal Agency Slaps Walmart…
Sprouts Farmers Market Exec Appointed to USDA’s National Organic Standards Board
In a significant move for the organic community, Andrea Hatziyannis, the category strategy manager at Sprouts Farmers Market, has been appointed to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). Alongside her, Amanda Felder, who serves as…
Apple Settles Siri Privacy Lawsuit for $95 Million Amid User Consent Concerns
The tech giant Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit that claimed it violated user privacy rights through its voice assistant, Siri. This case underscores ongoing concerns regarding user consent in the digital age, highlighting…
