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Study reveals digital interaction with shoppers strengthening

More than six out of 10 (63%) supermarket shoppers interact with their supermarket digitally, up from the 56% found in 2017.

April 9, 2019

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Online grocery shopping use varies widely across different consumer segments, according to the “2019 U.S. Supermarket Digital & Social Engagement Study,” presented by the Retail Feedback Group (RFG), Lake Success, N.Y.

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.

Report: 55% of grocery retailers plan to utilize IoT, AI, VR within 3 years

55% are more likely to shop at a store with self-checkout vs. a store without, and 57% will choose a store offering automated returns to avoid human interactions and speed the process.

February 8, 2019

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Nearly 32% of consumers are likely to shop at a store offering an augmented reality (AR) experience over a retailer that doesn’t offer AR and 29% would like a virtual reality (VR) experience as part of their shopping environment, according to a study released by BRP, Boston.

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.

Study reveals music, visuals, scent bring consumers in store over e-commerce

78% of shoppers cite an enjoyable in-store atmosphere plays a key factor in opting to make purchases in-store over online.

January 23, 2019

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Nearly 78% of shoppers globally say an enjoyable in-store atmosphere (the right combination of music, visuals and scent) is a key factor in their decision to choose in-store over e-commerce, according to a study produced by Mood Media, Austin, Texas.

Farmstead to be first grocer to deliver groceries via autonomous vans

Udelv manufactures autonomous delivery vans

December 6, 2018

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Farmstead, San Francisco, announced a partnership with Udelv, Burlingame, Calif., making it what is said to be one of the first grocers in the country to make deliveries using autonomous delivery vehicles.

Report: Global online grocery market to create $227B growth opportunity by 2023

Research shows that around the globe, online grocery market growth is being driven by the twin enablers of rapidly evolving shopper expectations and exciting tech innovations.

November 26, 2018

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Ten leading global online grocery markets are predicted to experience combined growth of $227 billion, at an annual rate of 20%, by 2023, according to new figures unveiled by IGD, UK.

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.

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