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The latest news, trends, and expert views in e-commerce, omnichannel and retail data and analytics.

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Gelson’s, Nugget Markets Tap ReposiTrak to Ensure Prop 65 Compliance

The retailers are deploying the company’s Compliance & Risk Management Solution ahead of California’s new warning label requirements that take effect Aug. 30.

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3D-Printed Food Could Help Humans Get to Mars

The Lempert Report: The concept could also have implications for meals on Earth.

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One-on-One With Brittain Ladd

By Jon Springer on Aug. 07, 2018

The outspoken former Amazon executive stops in WGB's Break Room and sounds off on Kroger, Amazon and Walmart.

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Food Lion's Robot Marty Reports Spills, Checks Prices

By Phil Lempert on Aug. 06, 2018

The Lempert Report: The new addition to the team also collects data in an effort to improve the customer experience.

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Robots to Pick Grocery Orders at Renovated Walmart Supercenter

By Jon Springer on Aug. 06, 2018

The retailer is partnering with a robotics firm to deploy Alphabot to assemble online orders in a bolt-on wareroom.

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Boston's Robotic Kitchen Could Inspire Grocerants

By Phil Lempert on Aug. 03, 2018

The Lempert Report: The automated cooking process is said to improve consistency, taste and freshness.

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As Tech Advances, Grocers Should Remember Their Roots

By Bryan Roberts on Aug. 01, 2018

About 31% of shoppers make their choice of retailer based on the availability of friendly and knowledgeable staff: All the technology in the world won't replace that.

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A Restaurant Robot Is Coming to a Food Mall Near You

By Phil Lempert on Jul. 30, 2018

The Lempert Report: Bear Robotics has created a model that delivers orders to restaurant tables.

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Virtual Reality Could Amp Up Food Safety Training

By Phil Lempert on Jul. 26, 2018

The Lempert Report: Program allows the user to act as a time-pressured chef who must follow health protocol.

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How to Track Your Trucks

By Pan Demetrakakes on Jul. 16, 2018

Fleet management presents unique challengers to grocers, but software coupled with onboard hardware can help.