Wegmans Food Markets announced it now offers free access to on‑demand American Sign Language interpreting through the Aira ASL app. Any customer or employee at a Wegmans store can connect to a professional ASL interpreter via the app. Users download the Aira ASL app, tap a button and start a video call with a professional […]
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Wright’s Market Relaunches Online Shopping With eGrowcery
Wright’s Market has relaunched its e‑commerce platform, powered by eGrowcery. The initiative, nicknamed “Wright’s Market E-Commerce 2.0,” aims to regain previous online sales levels while delivering a more expansive and inclusive shopping experience. “We wanted a partner who was continuing to add the features and functionality required for a successful independent grocer experience,” said Jimmy […]
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Weis Markets Rolling Out Caper Carts In PA Stores
Weis Markets has launched Instacart’s Caper Carts at select locations in Pennsylvania, with additional rollouts planned throughout the year. Part of Instacart’s Connected Stores technology, the carts aim to make in‑store shopping more interactive and efficient. “Weis Markets and its associates have always been committed to delivering a best‑in‑class shopping experience, and Caper Carts are a […]
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SymphonyAI Launches CINDE Retail Media Intelligence
SymphonyAI has announced the availability of CINDE Retail Media Intelligence (RMI), an artificial intelligence platform that connects merchandising, media and shopper intelligence into a single closed‑loop system. The platform is designed for mid‑to‑large grocers with existing or nascent retail media programs. Retail media represents a $62 billion opportunity. CPG advertisers invest billions, but media buyers and merchants […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, National, News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG, RSA America Expand Digital Commerce, Retail Media Platform
RSA America, a marketing solutions provider for independent grocers, has partnered with Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. to expand integrated digital commerce and retail media platform offerings across AWG’s network of more than 1,100 member companies and 3,500 stores. RSA provides digital infrastructure to 430 AWG retail locations, connecting with 2.5 million shoppers. The partnership gives […]
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Walmart Completes 1M Drone Deliveries Across The U.S.
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has completed more than one million drone deliveries to hundreds of thousands of customers, a milestone the retailer announced May 29. What started as a pilot program a few years ago has expanded to 66 stores in four states serving five metro markets. Walmart said the service is designed for everyday “uh‑oh” […]
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Independent Grocers Don’t Need More Technology, They Need Better Integration
With more than 50 years of combined experience in grocery POS and retail technology, Farrell McKenna and Ed Sepelak have worked closely with independent grocers, navigating everything from changing consumer expectations to rapidly evolving store technology. With decades of hands-on experience supporting independent grocery retailers, they share a practical perspective on why integration, operational simplicity, […]
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Fresh Connect Expands Produce Card To Four Tailored Grocery Options
Fresh Connect has expanded its offering from a single produce card to four specialized medically supportive grocery cards, paired with a new companion app that gives cardholders clarity on what is approved under their program. Since its launch in 2020, Fresh Connect has helped health plans, healthcare providers and community partners deliver access to $12.3 […]