Kennedy: Supermarket Bakeries are Alive and Well Despite Pandemic Disruptions

Unlike other “fresh” departments located along the supermarket perimeter – produce, meat, deli – the in-store bakery escaped COVID’s drag to show strong dollar and unit sales last year.

Walmart Now Operates Drone Delivery in 7 States, Completes 6,000 Drone Deliveries

January 9, 2023 Walmart

Walmart’s drone delivery program is soaring into the new year, having successfully completed its intended expansion plans for 2022. The company now operates, with its vendors, 36 drone delivery hubs across seven states, including Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Utah and Virginia.

Procurant Expands Leadership Team

January 9, 2023 Procurant

After a year marked by rapid growth and significant customer and product expansion, Procurant, a cloud-based software company transforming the global food supply chain, today announced that 30-year industry solutions veteran Ian Grow has joined the senior leadership team as Vice President, Strategic Accounts.

Exclusive New Technology Summit Announced for 2023 NGA Show

The NGA Show – Feb. 26-28, 2023, in Las Vegas – will offer a brand-new education offering, THE TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT, offering grocery retailers a look at technology from multiple perspectives.  

Giant Food Debuts New Campaign Focused on Local Impact

January 9, 2023 Giant Food

Giant Food, the leading greater Washington D.C. regional grocery chain, announces its new brand campaign, “Find Your Local.” Dedicated to all things local, the campaign theme calls attention to Giant’s longtime commitment to the communities it serves across areas of educational programs, partnerships, and product offerings.