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From empty shelves to evolving labor dynamics, the grocery industry 🛒 faces a new era of challenges. Here's how grocers can adapt to changing retail trends 👇.

Price and quality are top priorities for US grocery shoppers. As consumers increasingly seek out stores that can deliver on both fronts, grocery retailers must differentiate themselves by playing to their strengths – and focusing on what matters most to their customers. Learn more about the state of US grocery in our latest article, published by my fantastic colleagues (and me!):

The evolving landscape of grocery shopping trends, such as the increasing demand for online grocery delivery and curbside pickup services, is significantly impacting the trucking industry. With more consumers opting for convenience and efficiency in their shopping experience, trucking companies optimizing their transportation networks to meet the growing demand for timely and reliable delivery of grocery goods. Check out this article from Grocery Dive to learn more. #supplychain #foodlogistics https://lnkd.in/g9eH_YG4

From empty shelves to evolving labor dynamics, the grocery industry 🛒 faces a new era of challenges. Here's how grocers can adapt to changing retail trends 👇.

8 trends that will shape the grocery industry in 2024

This article in Supermarket Perimeter exposes some shifts in how today’s food consumer spends money. The importance of recognizing changing spending habits amidst continued economic concern, is front and center. Discretionary spending is down, non-discretionary spending on essentials like food remains. Walmart data finds a strong attraction to discounts and shoppers’ focus on value are proving to be the right strategy for food retailers. Their data aligns with recent announcements by major retailers about heavy inventory and deeper discounting strategies. Savvy food and retail marketers will be looking for ways to drive demand in a market that expects and is seeking greater value than before. #food #grocery #retail #marketing #grocers https://lnkd.in/gFH_BYjm

As shoppers demand fresh food, convenience, and low prices, grocery players are playing to their strengths to gain ground with consumers. This recent Grocery Dive article features more insights on the state of US grocery today from my colleague Aftab Hussain.

With most shoppers still preferring to buy perishable food and beverages in-store, it has become increasingly important for grocery retailers to appeal to them by offering great discounts and an above-and-beyond in-store experience. While this might seem challenging, retailers can appeal to these shoppers by investing in something that all grocers already have: their shelves. TRUNO’s Marketing Manager, Cooper Phillips, walks through how investing in your shelves is the underutilized secret weapon of shopper engagement and loyalty. #ESLs #groceryretail #shopperengagement https://bit.ly/3WHFRTi

Price has become a top priority for US grocery consumers, while the demand for healthier, high-quality food offerings and favorable shopping experiences remains high. To respond to changing demands in a highly competitive landscape, grocery retailers must focus on their strengths. Learn how leading grocery players across club, discount, mass retail, and national/regional channels are winning customers with smart differentiation: https://lnkd.in/g89kH7YR

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