APRIL 17, 2024

Aldi and Grabango announce AI-powered checkout-free tech

Similar to Amazon’s “Just Walk Out” tech, it was rolled out at a store in suburban Chicago.

Heritage Grocers adopts AI-powered Autopilot tech

The software uses machine learning to offer insights into shopper behavior.

UNFI refinances term loan with $500M agreement

Move follows downgrade of company’s debt amid weak credit metrics.

SpartanNash names John Taylor VP and associate general counsel

Taylor joins SpartanNash after nearly a decade of experience at Wolverine Worldwide.

Wegmans to open 1st Charlotte, North Carolina store

At 110,000 square feet, Wegmans’ Ballantyne location will have a market café with indoor and outdoor seating.

Workers at two CVS stores petition to join new union

Separate election next week for Omnicare employees seeking to join Pharmacy Guild.

Gopuff launches direct-to-consumer platform

Technology was tested with Unilever, Mondelez, Nestle, Smucker’s, Ferrara and more grocery brands.

The Retail Daily podcast

Aldi pilots new checkout-free technology.

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Walmart coupon provider Ibotta wants to raise $551M

The digital coupon tech company plans to 6.5M shares for its entry to the New York Stock Exchange.

Show us your store floor

It’s Wednesday once again. How’s life on the store floor? Have a display you’re proud of? An employee who’s really going above and beyond? We want to see it.

Send your store-level wins and celebrations to the SN team at contactus@supermarketnews.com, and keep an eye on the newsletter to potentially see your store floor featured on SN. Enjoy the rest of your week.

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