grocery shopping analytics

Dairy and Frozen Foods Combine for $125 Billion in 2019

State of the Industry Report from NFRA/Nielsen shows YOY growth in both segments.

February 25, 2020

Today’s frozen and dairy departments are clearly connecting with shoppers showing combined sales of $125 billion in the 52 weeks ending June 29, 2019. Nearly every U.S. household buys from the frozen and dairy departments annually, and the diverse appeal of these products crosses generational, multicultural and socio-economic demographics.

Report: U.S. grocery store openings increased 30% in 2018

By focusing their tech advancements around flexibility and convenience, grocers are positioned to have a strong 2019 in both physical and digital retail.

March 29, 2019

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New grocery store openings were up 30% in 2018, with more than 17 million square feet of space added in the United States, according to the “Grocery Tracker 2019 report,” published by JLL, Chicago.

Report details key factors for growth in online grocery market

Online sales of groceries more than tripled between 2013-2018, but still accounted for only 2% of total grocery spending.

March 22, 2019

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Increased mobile/smartphone usage, better website and mobile app interfaces and expansion of crowdsourced business models to shopping and delivery are key factors creating the perfect environment for growth in the online grocery market, according to a report published by Packaged Facts, Rockville, Md.

Alliance Retail Group, RSA America partner to promote supermarket technology

This strategic partnership will benefit members and vendors alike.

March 20, 2019

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Alliance Retail Group (ARG), Hendersonville, Tenn., announced a partnership with RSA America, Schaumburg, Ill., to promote supermarket technology through customer engagement and real-time analytics.

Report: 79% of consumers want personalized in-store experience

Today’s online shoppers are accustomed to features such as product reviews, expansive merchandise choices, one-click transaction processing and personalized recommendations.

February 8, 2019

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Personalization and technology are bringing new life to brick-and-mortar stores, according to a report published by BRP, Boston.

Grocery e-commerce survey reveals consumers shopping both online and in store

Conventional grocery remains the most frequent grocery channel.

December 12, 2018

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Amazon is growing, but appears to be shedding some share points, as outlined in a survey by RBC Capital Markets, New York.

Study: Grocery shoppers expect more from packaging in 2019

The study shows 68% of grocery shoppers say it is extremely or very important "to choose foods or beverages that are packaged responsibly."

December 5, 2018

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Evergreen Packaging, Memphis, Tenn., released a white paper, "2019 Food and Beverage Packaging Trends," based on data from the annual EcoFocus Trend Study.

Study: Online grocery sales will quadruple by 2023

Most of the market’s growth has occurred since 2016, as e-commerce platforms and conventional grocery stores increased their participation and geographic footprint with expanded service areas.

October 19, 2018

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Online grocery sales more than tripled between 2013-2018, but, between 2018-2023, online grocery sales will more than quadruple, according to “Online Grocery Shopping in the U.S., 2nd Edition,” a report published by Packaged Facts, Rockville, Md.

Mi9 Retail to acquire MyWebGrocer

The addition of MWG enhances the Mi9 Retail suite, giving the company an entry into the grocery vertical and positioning Mi9 even more aggressively within fast-moving consumer goods.

October 19, 2018

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Mi9 Retail, Miami, Fla., announced plans to acquire MyWebGrocer (MWG), Colchester, Vt.

Study reveals brick-and-mortar grocery is still king

Despite a 4-point year-over-year increase, the number of regular online food and beverage purchasers is still only 17%.

October 18, 2018

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Food and beverage categories have seen an increase over the last two years, as many major retailers experienced same-store sales rise thanks to an increase in median income and a low unemployment rate, according to the 6th Annual Food and Beverage Consumables Study.