July 9 - What makes The Fresh Market pop | Food Lion links pickup with location-tracking tech

Food Lion adds location-tracking tech to its pickup operations; Giant Eagle continues push to optimize, integrate warehouse workflows; Pardon the Disruption: Kroger and Albertsons are tightening their belts

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July 9, 2025 | Today’s news and insights for grocery leaders

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How Today's Grocers Can Secure Loyalty

In today’s choice-saturated grocery environment, loyalty is no longer just about points and promotions. Learn how to build long-lasting consumer relationships that withstand the competition in this report.

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What makes The Fresh Market pop, according to its CEO

“Our brand is our moat,” Brian Johnson said as he talked about differentiation, store fleet growth and the specialty grocer’s upcoming, revamped app.

Food Lion adds location-tracking tech to its pickup operations

The grocer joins fellow Ahold Delhaize-owned chains in the U.S. in using Flybuy’s platform to boost efficiency by syncing order preparation with customer arrivals.

Giant Eagle continues push to optimize, integrate warehouse workflows

The grocery retailer plans to adopt the Manhattan Active Warehouse Management platform at all of its distribution centers by September.

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Pardon the Disruption: Kroger and Albertsons are tightening their belts

Both retailers are back in cost-cutting mode after their megamerger failed. Here’s what to watch in the months ahead.

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