Simply look at the variety of options on the grocery store shelves and it’s easy to see consumers have a plethora of flavor and food preferences. According to research by distributor Gordon Food Service and market analysis firm Technomic, almost all consumers place emphasis on fresh, healthy foods. But more specific flavor preferences often cut […]
It’s early Monday evening. You’ve just finished up your workday, or picked up the kids from school or sports practice. But you still need to make a quick run to the store before heading home. You rush through the aisles getting the items on your list, when suddenly you smell something wonderful. As you round […]
By Whitney Moore, Vice President of Human Resources, Interactions How to keep great associates really is a question for the ages. It’s a topic with as many advice columns, webinars and statistics that you’ll find in the world of business. Heck, even cavemen weren’t immune, without the best hunters and gatherers they simply wouldn’t survive. […]
Measurement and Fighting for the Intangible As we wrap up the first quarter of 2016, I find that measurement is often on my mind. It has a heavy impact on our business. It’s often a key tool in how we are evaluated, and rightly so. Measurement is a given—we inherently want to measure all aspects […]
In many Retail News Insider articles, we focus on how retailers and their teams can engage consumers to provide a memorable shopping experience. So much goes into creating a good experience for today’s savvy shoppers—from the interactions consumers have with associates to the technology that supports those experiences. As several articles in this month’s issue […]
By Retail News Insider From beacons to mobile payments to the Internet of Things, there’s no shortage of new technologies in the retail market today. But making technology investments is a huge expense for retailers—one that goes far beyond simply buying new equipment or software. Retailers often have multiple locations to consider the costs for, […]
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual celebration of healthy eating created by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Their slogan for 2016 is “Savor the Flavor,” emphasizing that nutritious foods can taste great, too. Combine this monthly celebration with the new nutrition guidelines recently released by the federal government and it’s the perfect […]
The “typical” household grocery shopper is changing. Ten years ago, she was a woman, likely a mother, who visited the store once or twice a week and believed brand names meant better quality. Today, research from trade groups like the Food Marketing Institute and Private Label Manufacturers Association shows that more men are taking on […]
A few years ago, gluten-free foods were often difficult to find. But with the increasing recognition of celiac disease and the popularity of “paleo” and other low-carb diets, gluten-free has become a major, mainstream category—valued at over $8 billion, according to market research firm Mintel. This has led to a major shift in the marketplace, […]
SAS Retail Services has gone through several evolutions throughout its 30 year history. With each advancement, the company has aimed to improve its services, technologies and opportunities not only for retailers, but also for its associates. One of the best examples of this can be seen in the company’s recent launch of a dedicated in-store […]
