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Instacart Debuts Contactless Checkout System at Fenway

The Caper Counter reportedly cuts transaction times by 65% and is designed for small store footprints.

3 years 1 month ago

40% of Shoppers Buy Plant-Based Products

Eating healthy spurs consumers to pick these foods, and over half say this is a long-term choice.

3 years 1 month ago

Chipotle to Invest $50 Billion in Forward-Thinking Companies

The fast-casual chain wants to expand its convenience for consumers, among other priorities, via venture funding.

3 years 1 month ago

Coca-Cola Donated $1 Million to Georgia Truck Driving Program

The money will bolster the state’s program in hopes that more people will become truckers.

3 years 1 month ago

Brits and Germans Want to Shop Sustainably, but Inflation Is a Barrier

Food and drink purchases are mainly led by price in the U.K. and taste in Germany.

3 years 1 month ago

NFPA Rejects Proposed Fire Safety Rules for EVs at Gas Stations

The proposals would have hindered gas stations and truck stops from adding more EV chargers.

3 years 1 month ago

Consumers Overestimate the EV Market

They think there are a lot more EVs on the market than reality, and they want EV charging at convenience stores.

3 years 1 month ago

Wawa Plans Aggressive Growth

The retailer wants to double its store count and enter new states; meanwhile, Rutter’s opens its 80th location.

3 years 1 month ago

Turning the Great Resignation Into the Great Attraction

Workers ditching their jobs is still a thing. Here’s how you can flip it in your favor.

3 years 1 month ago

Panera Adds 26 Drinks to Unlimited Coffee Subscription

Panera CEO hopes expanding the program’s beverage menu will lift lunch and dinner daypart sales.

3 years 1 month ago

Pilot Flying J Offers $1 Cold Brew Today

The company is celebrating National Cold Brew Day with a promo and a new cold brew flavor.

3 years 1 month ago

Verizon Raises Minimum Pay to $20 an Hour

The communications company will automatically bump current employees to $20 an hour, and they’re offering sign-on bonuses.

3 years 1 month ago

Gasoline Demand Ticks Upward as Prices Ease Off Record Highs

Crude oil is hovering at $100 a barrel and supply worries continue.

3 years 2 months ago

EV Battery Shortage Could Be Worse Than Computer-Chip Issues

Global battery cell production is less than 10% of what the EV industry will need in 10 years.

3 years 2 months ago

Here’s How to Have More Creative Signage

A content management system can organize and schedule digital signage, giving retailers more time to focus on creativity and thoughtful implementation.

3 years 2 months ago

Wegmans to Accept SNAP Payments for Online Orders

The grocer is partnering with Instacart to widen access to delivery and pickup services.

3 years 2 months ago

Turn Your Customers Into Superfans

This free webinar will show you how to improve your current loyalty program.

3 years 2 months ago

Rite Aid to Shutter 145 ‘Unprofitable’ Stores

Pharmacies are feeling the pressure from online competitors like Amazon Pharmacy.

3 years 2 months ago

Global Popcorn to Reach $18.82 Billion Valuation by 2031

The subcategory’s growth is fueled by ready-to-eat varieties.

3 years 2 months ago

Kroger Expands Reusable Packaging Options

The grocery chain’s partnership with Loop now encompasses private labels and major brands.

3 years 2 months ago