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Study: Shoppers more comfortable with buying fresh food online

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More shoppers are purchasing fresh foods online, including fresh produce, according to a new study from the Retail Feedback Group.

Kroger launches dark kitchen partnership to serve ready-made meals

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For the initial rollout, Kroger Delivery Kitchen Powered by ClusterTruck is launching in Carmel, Indiana – where Kroger and ClusterTruck are jointly opening a fourth kitchen – and Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio. Additionally, King Soopers Delivery Kitchen Powered by ClusterTruck will serve customers in Denver.

MAP: See where Kroger is building Ocado online fulfillment centers

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Kroger has partnered with Ocado to accelerate its ability to provide customers with anything, anytime, anywhere. In June, Kroger broke ground on its first CFC in Monroe, OH and has since announced additional locations in Florida, Georgia, Texas, and in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Fresh drives ecommerce success for Walmart’s Q3

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Walmart stock hit a record high of $120.98 after the company reported a strong third quarter on November 14, and executives say fresh grocery is a big part of the success.

Green Rabbit raises $31M in private equity for perishable food fulfillment

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BRAINTREE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Green Rabbit, the leading e-commerce cold chain logistics provider to the food industry, …

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Robotics companies partner for retail warehouse applications

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6 River Systems, Inc. (6RS) and Soft Robotics today announced a strategic partnership to deliver an automated picking solution for e-commerce and retail warehouses.

Groceryshop 2019 – Evolution of the Last Mile: Thoughts on Ecommerce

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What’s the future of ecommerce as it relates to supermarkets? There was ample discussion on the topic on Day 2 of Groceryshop, with several buzzwords like micro-fulfillment and cross functionality bandied about.

Target shifts store employee roles toward specialization

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Minneapolis-based Target has been overhauling both physical stores and its workforce over the past few years, and if its second quarter earnings report is any indication, the changes are good.

Independent grocers find their niche in tech as well

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From big cities to small towns, independent grocers who please their customers with unique items and …

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Kroger, Ocado break ground on e-commerce fulfillment center

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Kroger is investing $55 million to build its first shed, which will measure 335,000 square feet and is expected to generate more than 400 new jobs.