Fulfillment

The parent company of Canadian grocer Sobeys also plans to continue investing in data, e-commerce and owned brands.

The Ontario retailer/distributor is installing screens at seven locations.

Ontario customers can order delivery from Sobeys, Farm Boy, Longo's and FreshCo banners, with a nationwide rollout to follow.

Online shopping remains robust, but a universal affinity for in-store shopping has emerged with a modern, omnichannel twist, according to Ryder System’s annual report.

Instacart’s pick-to-light functionality enables couriers to select a requested item on their phone to trigger a flash on the corresponding shelf label.

At P2PI's Future Forward event, Christine Sturch shared some of the biggest changes the retailer is making based on customer feedback, including its forthcoming urban small format and other elements Whole Foods hasn’t edited in more than 40 years.

Research outlines the modern customer journey and the growing importance of e-commerce experiences that blend physical storefronts, social media and AI.

While retailers are increasingly leveraging technology to enhance the in-store experience and address labor challenges, investments in micro-fulfillment centers have slowed slightly.

Recent retail news includes Albertsons debuting a streamlined private label, and Dollar General devoting more effort to growth and emerging markets.

As consumers increasingly buy online for curbside and in-store pickup, brick-and-mortar stores are acting as both fulfillment centers and stores.