Shrink is a big problem for independent grocery retailers. According to data from the 2020 National Retail Security Survey, shrink cost the grocery industry $61.7 billion in 2020. Those numbers have only risen in recent years as shrink eats up more... (Read More)

One of the biggest struggles families deal with is meal preparation. As any parent can tell you, planning a menu for a family, buying the groceries, and then actually cooking the food sometimes feels like a herculean task. To help make grocery... (Read More)

Self-checkouts are becoming a normal part of the shopping experience. In the last decade, self-checkouts have popped up in many different types of stores, from local grocery stores to hardware and big box stores, and people are using them. Despite... (Read More)

There once was a time when the grocery store was the industry disruptor. People used to go to a butcher, cheese store, bakery, and other independent retailers for all their grocery needs. Then grocery stores combined all of that under one roof... (Read More)

SNAP, or the supplemental nutrition assistance program, replaced Food Stamps in recent years. This program is a government-sponsored plan to help low-income households with shopping and food costs. The SNAP program works via an Electronic Benefits... (Read More)

As the price of groceries has risen, so has the stock of private-label merchandise in regional grocery stores. Stores that carry their own brand of goods are finding that expanding their offerings is a great way to boost their profit margin and... (Read More)

As a store owner, it can be hard to think of new tactics to stay competitive in today's market. One effective way to increase sales and attract new customers can be offering promotions like "buy one get one" (BOGO) and other similar coupon... (Read More)

The frozen food section is a significant expense for many independent retailers. It's one of the most costly areas in the store to run, and it offers some of the lowest-priced goods. But as many retailers know, if you have a good strategy in place... (Read More)

For years, the weekly grocery store print ads have been a staple in American households. Customers would receive their ads in mail-out flyers or with their daily newspaper subscription. They could then scour each store’s ads for deals, dutifully... (Read More)