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

FreshDirect, Fabric Team on Microfulfillment Deal

Deployment of proprietary robotic technologies marks first U.S. partnership for Fabric and will expand delivery capabilities in the Washington, D.C., area for the online grocer.

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Farmstead Moving to Larger Facility to Accommodate Growing Delivery Demands

The new space in Burlingame, Calif., is expected to increase the online grocer’s delivery capacity by 10x; Farmstead says the pandemic accelerated the adoption of grocery delivery by 3 to 4 years.

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The State of Grocery Economics

By Sylvain Perrier on Jul. 24, 2020

COVID disruption and an uncharted route back to normal could result in a wash on the bottom line, unless grocers prepare to evolve, the author says.

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How Retailers Can Improve Prepared Foods and Deli Sales by Offering Contactless Solutions

Sponsored content from our partner Packyge on Jul. 21, 2020

By implementing touchless and contactless ordering for prepared foods, such as deli sandwiches, take-and-bake or pre-baked pizzas, build-your-own bowl meals and more, retailers can position themselves as convenience leaders as well as safe alternatives to local restaurants.

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Instacart Sues Upstart Rival Cornershop

By Jon Springer on Jul. 16, 2020

The leading U.S. e-grocery platform alleges its rival stole its product images to speed expansion.

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Self-Driving Vehicles Used to Deliver Food During COVID-19

By Phil Lempert on Jul. 14, 2020

The Lempert Report: The program developed by Brookfield Properties and Optimus Ride is helping families in southeast D.C. who are struggling with food insecurity amid the pandemic.

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