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GMDC makes the connection: with a focus on the future, the organization is set to unveil a video conferencing platform.		May 1, 2012	1101
Data merge ahead: a single customer database and integrated systems are paramount for grocers looking to advance their multi-channel strategies.		May 1, 2012	943
Solving the pricing puzzle: price optimization software, electronic shelf labels and cloud computing are helping grocers manage increasingly complex pricing strategies.		Mar 1, 2012	1189
Smart moves: with business intelligence and predictive analytics at their fingertips, grocers are better prepared to serve shoppers.		Feb 1, 2012	1388
Cultivating yogurt culture: innovations, including Greek yogurt, packaging and digital media are spurring consumer interest.		Jan 1, 2012	1466
Four technologies to watch in 2012: mobile POS, digital coupons, predictive analytics and mobile marketing promise to forge stronger customer relationships.		Jan 1, 2012	1164
How would you like to pay for that? Emerging solutions expand payment options at the POS.		Dec 1, 2011	1753
Crime stoppers: by focusing their loss prevention efforts on the entire enterprise, grocers are in a better position to combat internal and external theft.		Nov 1, 2011	1856
United stands on wellness: United Supermarkets' Living Well initiative earns the chain Grocery Headquarters' "Wellness Retailer of the Year" recognition.		Oct 1, 2011	2589
Moving targets: consumers want to use their mobile phones at every step of the shopping process. How can grocers appeal to this growing segment of connected shoppers?		Oct 1, 2011	1002
Making room in the budget: multi-channel integration efforts top grocers' IT priorities as spending slowly increases.		Sep 1, 2011	1247
Dispensing greater value: grocers are using technology and their wellness expertise to build pharmacy sales.		Aug 1, 2011	1525
Working it out: innovative workforce management solutions help grocers maximize staff productivity and bolster customer service.		Aug 1, 2011	1183
Gang green: grocers' IT departments are helping take the sustainability movement to the next level.		Jul 1, 2011	1467
Navigating the NACDS marketplace: retailers can learn about emerging nonfoods segments and the latest merchandising tactics At the show later this month.		Jun 1, 2011	2136
Smooth checkout: as grocers start to make targeted investments in front-end systems, they are looking for equipment that can be easily integrated.		Jun 1, 2011	664
Maintaining momentum: retailers look to premium products, new categories and revamped merchandising strategies to hold on to the gains made in private label.		May 1, 2011	1901
Going where the customers are: social networking is becoming a viable way to attract channel-surfing and budget-conscious consumers.		May 1, 2011	1273
Raising a glass: grocers are adding innovative varietals and tweaking their marketing strategies to draw shoppers to the wine category.		Apr 1, 2011	1311
A fresh take: united fresh addresses some of the top issues of concern to the produce industry, including transportation costs, technology and social media.		Apr 1, 2011	1313
The self-service scenario: while grocers have been scaling back on some of their it investments, one area where they are spending is in self-checkout technology.		Apr 1, 2011	1161
Where the boys are thanks to an influx of male shoppers and value-based products, the men's grooming category continues to grow.		Mar 1, 2011	1304
A united front: by focusing on enterprise-wide data integration, supermarket chains are primed to boost customer service and profitability.		Mar 1, 2011	1591
California dreamin': the Golden State's natural resources make it a top produce provider.		Feb 1, 2011	1291
The TO-DO list: analytics, loss prevention and promotion management tools are among grocers' top it priorities for 2011.		Feb 1, 2011	1442
Building loyalty, bit by bit: grocers use new communication tools to grab attention and boost shopper loyalty.		Nov 1, 2010	1386
Natural instincts: the natural and organic pet set is growing by leaps and bounds as pet owners focus on what their pets eat and practice preventative care.		Oct 1, 2010	1354
Minding their business intelligence: by taking an integrated approach to managing corporate data, grocers are primed to make smarter business decisions.		Oct 1, 2010	1231
Tech assessment: it has been an interesting year in retail technology as budgets begin to loosen up and grocers eye customer-pleasing applications.		Sep 1, 2010	1272
Bar none: grocers and manufacturers prepare for the GS1 DataBar.		Aug 1, 2010	1415
Waging a war on shrink: supermarkets bolster loss prevention efforts by integrating analytics into existing anti-theft solutions.		Jul 1, 2010	1967
Getting social: grocers try their hand at social media to expand their reach and build customer loyalty.		Jul 1, 2010	2084
Time to shine: by focusing on customer-centric marketing strategies to attract HBC shoppers with the right mix of products, grocers hope to lift sales.		Jun 1, 2010	1069
Putting the customer first: consumer-centric technology strategies help grocers build loyalty and stand out in a crowded retail landscape.	Company overview	May 1, 2010	1950
Kevin Boglarsky: the director of network products for riverwoods, III.-based Discover says that innovative payment options can help grocers build loyalty and boost transaction size.		Apr 1, 2010	719
Handle with care: innovative coding options, social media and task management software can help smooth the product recall process.		Apr 1, 2010	1516
Guiding the enterprise: streamlined ERP systems that are more modular and nimble are helping grocers keep close tabs on their operations.	Company overview	Mar 1, 2010	1742
Locking the data vault: while PCI DSS compliance is a good starting point, retailers need to be vigilant about securing the avalanche of data they collect every day.		Feb 1, 2010	1440
Linking to loyalty: by aligning more closely with frequent shopper programs, electronic coupons and mobile marketing programs gain traction as a strategy to keep customers coming back.		Jan 1, 2010	1884
Serving themselves: as consumers demand enhanced shopping experiences, grocers look to self-service technology to fill the gaps.		Oct 1, 2009	1856
Leading the pack: grocers with superior technology initiatives stand out from the crowd in terms of customer service, productivity and, ultimately, profitability.		Aug 1, 2009	1373
More red boxes at Albertson's.		Aug 1, 2009	93
Ahold expands self-scanning project.		Jul 1, 2009	499
Shrink rap: loss-prevention tools are helping grocers combat one of the bottom line's most bitter enemies.		Apr 1, 2006	1740
California independent minding its margins.		Apr 1, 2006	243
Beyond the firewall: as cyber-criminals increasingly target retail companies, supermarkets need multi-layered ways to defend their sensitive information--and their bank accounts.		Mar 1, 2006	1759
Thinking outside the channel: when every shopper is time-starved, retailers that deliver convenience will be the big winners. Strategic partnerships can provide a substantial boost.		Mar 1, 2006	726
A grand finale: retailers flocked to the last Marketechnics show in search of technology to benefit both their operations and their shoppers.		Mar 1, 2006	1165
Boards of education: commodity marketing groups armed with research and expertise are teaching retailers how to get better returns from their produce departments.		Feb 1, 2006	1381
Rethinking checkout: making the front end more efficient ranks high on many grocers' priority lists for 2006.		Feb 1, 2006	1204
Pathmark ventures into online retailing.		Feb 1, 2006	190
Stop & Shop and Giant outsource to Fujitsu.		Feb 1, 2006	171
Catalina, Epson testing full-color printers.		Feb 1, 2006	385
New solutions abound at NRF Show.		Feb 1, 2006	432
A day in the life of a CEO: Green Hills' Gary Hawkins; Providing a superior customer experience is the core element of his retailing strategy and success.		Jan 1, 2006	2233
To receive loyalty, give to charity: retailers that offer frequent shoppers the chance to support a good cause with every visit can't help but strengthen the bonds between their brands and their communities.		Jan 1, 2006	651
Bells, whistles & wisdom: Marketechnics attendees will once again have the chance not only to see what's new and cool but also to learn how it can pay off for their businesses.		Jan 1, 2006	966
Facing front: seeking to add revenue and cut costs, grocery stores are exploring new strategies at their front ends.		Jan 1, 2006	282
Refocusing on the front end: supermarkets are adding robust, open POS systems to provide better customer service at the front end.		Jan 1, 2006	1957
Processing payments.		Jan 1, 2006	1849
Fighting shrink: enterprise-wide loss prevention efforts can help grocers regain lost sales.	Company Profile	Jan 1, 2006	2060
Self-service success.		Jan 1, 2006	1673
Brains for a buck: data analysis tools are helping supermarket retailers succeed in their quest to steal some of the thunder from dollar store competitors.	Company Profile	Dec 1, 2005	1223
Saving the servers: with Hurricane Rita looming, Sellers Bros. swung into action to protect vital equipment and supplies.		Dec 1, 2005	838
Coinstar adds Amazon gift certificates.		Nov 1, 2005	195
Small & smart: Oliver's Market and Riesbeck's are leveraging technology to keep themselves in the running against large and powerful competitors.		Nov 1, 2005	1349
Check out self-checkout: supermarket chains that fail to offer this customer convenience in the right stores are sure to disappoint many of their shoppers.		Nov 1, 2005	749
Cold, hard facts: busy shoppers are coming to the freezer case with a new level of sophistication, and they're demanding products that meet their expectations.		Oct 1, 2005	1012
Print & save: higher redemption rates are making online coupons the promotional tool of choice for many supermarket retailers.		Oct 1, 2005	1641
Keeping an eye on energy: monitoring systems that provide an enterprise-wide view of consumption are helping retailers put the brakes on rising energy expenses.		Sep 1, 2005	1628
Top-down customer service: every company's leaders will tell you their business values its shoppers. How well that claim translates to store level will determine whether the feeling is mutual.		Sep 1, 2005	729
SOX sells: trade optimization tools are important to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, but they're also helping savvy retailers create more successful store-level promotions.		Aug 1, 2005	1870
Signs of the information age: as digital hardware and software costs drop, grocers are outfitting stores with plasma screens in hopes of attracting tech-savvy echo boomers.		Jul 1, 2005	1460
Shielding shoppers' data: as identity theft continues its rapid spread across all sectors of the economy, it's in retailers' own best interest to ensure their databases are secure.		Jul 1, 2005	638
Shopper insights keep Kraft in the know.		Jul 1, 2005	1255
Solutions for shoppers-on-the-go: supermarket chains need to develop strategies that entice the consumer back to the center store and keep them from going elsewhere.		Jul 1, 2005	685
The power of center store solutions.		Jul 1, 2005	1784
The 'convenience' store: eager to cater to consumers' demands for convenience, supermarkets are readjusting their center store aisles into category sets and meal solutions. The restructuring could promote shopper visits, increase market baskets and forge customer loyalty.		Jul 1, 2005	2390
Creating elite labels: no longer viewed as an inferior product alternative, private label merchandise can rival national brands. Retailers are expanding programs and using these exclusive labels as a point of differentiation in the marketplace.		Jul 1, 2005	1575
Child's play: families with young kids are looking for healthy options. They also expect supermarkets to take on the role of educator.		Jul 1, 2005	1678
Ratifying RFID: as the concept proves itself in the supply chain, trading partners are gaining optimism about its long-term potential.		Jun 1, 2005	1627
The curse of plastic: fee increases that Visa and MasterCard recently imposed on retailers threaten to force supermarket price hikes that could drive away customers.		Jun 1, 2005	649
Supermarket surfers: grocers are looking into the benefits of offering their shoppers wireless Internet access, a sales-boosting tactic pioneered by Starbucks.		May 1, 2005	1527
Power to the people: for new and better insights into improving customer service, try tapping the knowledge and experience of store-level employees.		May 1, 2005	705
The self-serving front end: speed, convenience, security and shopper approval are earning biometrics and self-checkout a greater presence at the point of sale.		Apr 1, 2005	1537
Taking RFID outside the box: offsite 'academies' are springing up that allow retailers to try out their radio frequency identification plans before making the investment to launch in-house tests.		Apr 1, 2005	591
Awash in options: the 13th annual Marketechnics show offered retailers an abundance of solutions for improving the customer experience, building sales and cutting costs.		Apr 1, 2005	1073
Easing the pain of cashless sales: with no relief in sight from the transaction fees that come with card-based payments, supermarkets are exploring less costly options.		Mar 1, 2005	2039
Grocers have a gift (card): in this age of channel blur, supermarkets can help to avoid blending into the haze by extending their electronic gift card programs to include all sorts of noncompeting retailers.		Mar 1, 2005	700
A day in the life of a CIO: Schnuck's Bob Drury; Leadership and time management are crucial assets for a senior executive who wears multiple hats.		Feb 1, 2005	2109
The value of CCTV: a tragedy on long island reinforces the importance of video surveillance, and digital systems have definitely become the most effective choice.		Feb 1, 2005	741
Marketechnics eyes a 'clear focus': FMI's annual IT show will highlight a multitude of ways for retailers to build sales, cut costs and keep customers coming back.		Feb 1, 2005	568
IT mission: store-level efficiency; Grocers are allocating significant parts of their newly expanded technology budgets to projects aimed at improving core business operations.		Jan 1, 2005	1036
The gift of customer service: supermarkets have a lot to teach other classes of trade about the courteous and efficient handling of returns and exchanges.		Jan 1, 2005	737
Greeting the dawn: most of the grocery industry is ready for 2005 Sunrise and its expanded bar codes, but some smaller retailers are still struggling to comply.		Dec 1, 2004	1735
Signs of the times: digital advertising on in-store screens appears to be more effective and less expensive to make than printed signage. But hardware cost is a consideration.		Dec 1, 2004	655
Retailers start shopping for IT: the economy is getting stronger, and so are information technology budgets. With capital available, grocers are adding RFID and self-checkout to their priority lists.		Nov 1, 2004	1442
The promise of Upromise: a loyalty partnership that goes beyond discounts to offer college savings looks like a sure antidote to humdrum frequent shopper programs.		Nov 1, 2004	781
Exterior automation: eager to add automation within peripheral departments, grocers are using technology to streamline operations across deli, pharmacy and fuel stations.		Oct 1, 2004	2131
The ROI of reverse auctions: many retailers are overlooking an easy opportunity to sell overstocks.		Oct 1, 2004	706