At the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, food retailers were taken aback by unprecedented demand from consumers for essential items in store. From disinfectants and toilet paper to canned goods and frozen food items, retail stores experienced supply shortages. Meeting the demands of concerned consumers was almost impossible but somehow retailers found a way to adjust. So now, as we [...]
The fears over the Coronavirus (COVID-19) have led to anxiety over food safety throughout the world. In the United States alone, 64% of American consumers said they are avoiding eating out in the hope of eliminating the risk of contracting the virus. According to recent research, food safety trumps taste and is the number one priority for consumers in buying [...]
The Coronavirus outbreak has been very challenging to all of us; most especially to the vulnerable sectors in our community like senior citizens, children, and family members belonging to low-income households. Due to COVID-19, food insecurity has been prevalent and food-retail corporations are working together with charitable, not-for-profit organizations to give the communities in need all the support they can [...]
How sweet the sound! For businesses that rely on refrigeration for their very existence, like retail food, food processing, cold storage warehouses, biopharmaceutical, and such, having that process under control is the very measure of the health of their business lifeline. There could be no sweeter or more comfortable words to hear than “everything’s under control with your refrigeration process.” [...]
It has been four months since the Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the food retail industry. Restrictions were put in place, consumer buying behavior abruptly shifted and food retailers have adapted their strategies to keep things afloat. As we move to the 3rd quarter of 2020, and we go on with our operations one cautious step at a time, here [...]
Evolution is part of any industry, including food retail. In order to stand the test of time and to navigate the latest trends and newcomers, it’s increasingly imperative to remain relevant. It’s not just about surviving -- it’s the key to thriving. What does relevance have to do with long-term success? It’s how you build customer loyalty, stay top-of-mind with [...]
Take your business to the next level by participating in top-notch food retail training. Supermarket Sense is your inside scoop to the latest trends, upcoming strategies, and the evolving industry. Join food retail experts as they take you through two days of new insights, meaningful discussions, and eye-opening ideas. From directors and managers to merchandisers, and from architects to store [...]
It’s no secret that food trends drive the supermarket industry. From flavors to food choices, shoppers continue to seek, and often demand, new experiences in your stores. Engage customers and their wallets by anticipating and following appropriate trends for your area. Join Mark DiDomenico at Supermarket Sense and get up to speed on flavors, flexibility, and functional foods. Try enticing [...]
Excellence doesn’t materialize in isolation. It’s the result of sharing ideas, participating in discussions, sketching out fresh objectives, and drafting a plan for execution. Supermarket Sense is designed with all of this in mind for you and your food retail organization. Finding inspiration is simple in an opportune environment. Soak up the latest on food trends, sample flavorful juices, and [...]
Through the years, cold storage has been a vital component in food retail and industrial operations. Commonly used by grocers to preserve food products and prolong the shelf life of perishable items, cold storage is employed as well by pharmaceutical industries to store temperature-sensitive products. Cold storage has been key to helping companies around the world achieve their business objectives. [...]