Grocery Headquarters back issues from January 2006:
Stuck in the middle: companies that fail to nurture and develop their middle managers may be creating a leadership vacuum that will condemn them to failure. The fix has to start at the top.(SOUNDING BOARD)
Jan 01, 2006; ... They're like kids in a dysfunctional family. They've seen books being cooked and other unethical behavior by bosses and think, "I don't want to be like them; maybe I can do better." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This description of middle managers and their attitude toward ...
For growth capital, turn north: middle market grocers in search of expansion money are finding that Canada is home to eager investors and a streamlined approval process.(FINANCIAL FORUM)
Jan 01, 2006; ... There's a well-kept secret north of the border that may be ideally suited for U.S. retailers looking for growth capital. A new structure--Income Participating Securities (IPS)--gives U.S. retailers access to the C$160-plus billion Canadian Income Fund market, where more than 210 issuers ...
A time to build on our accomplishments: the industry achieved much in 2005, and the optimistic outlook for 2006 reflects the supermarket's resilience and resourcefulness over its 75-year history.(FOOD FORUM)
Jan 01, 2006; ... We enter 2006 with a robust economy, supermarkets rebounding and the industry poised to resolve some of our toughest public affairs issues. We can build on the industry's impressive performance in 2005, including the goodwill generated by our compassionate community service. ...
The health care era: the escalating cost of tending the sick will become a dominant force in the economy, and that will present new business opportunities for those in the food industry.(FUTURE FORCES)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Industries like ours often fail to spot future trends because we see and talk to consumers daily. But sometimes customers cannot talk or shop our business into a new era. Do you think the agrarian society saw and prepared for the industrial society coming? Or did the industrialists see the ...
Buckeyes defend the food supply.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... OHIO RETAILERS ARE GETTING SOME HELP TO MAKE THE BUCKEYE STATE'S FOOD DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ONE OF THE SAFEST IN THE NATION. THEY WILL ALL RECEIVE AN EASY-TO-USE CD-ROM VERSION OF THE NEW RETAIL FOOD DEFENSE PREPAREDNESS GUIDE. THE RESULT OF A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT BETWEEN THE ...
Promotions by the truckload.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Nash Finch rewarded two retailers for their outstanding efforts during a Truckload Sale promotion with--what else?--a full truckload of free private label product. Nearly 600 retailers participated in the event, and Minneapolis-based Nash Finch provided them with banners, balloons, ...
Tops for customer service.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... CONSUMERS CONTINUE TO SEEK OUT SERVICE, WITH 84.8% OF THOSE SURVEYED SAYING THEY SPEND MORE AND SHOP MORE OFTEN AT RETAILERS THAT PROVIDE GOOD SERVICE. THAT'S PROBABLY WHY WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS IS SO SUCCESSFUL. THE ROCHESTER, N.Y.-BASED CHAIN SNARED THE TOP SPOT IN THE ...
Atkins leaving bankruptcy.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... A drastically slimmed down and pumped up Atkins Nutritionals is poised to exit bankruptcy this month. "We're happy to report to our valued customers that our confirmation hearing took place on Dec. 21, and we are planning to emerge from bankruptcy in early January," Mark Rodriguez, ...
Million dollar pass.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. RESIDENT CHRIS BOSNC SCORED A COOL MILLION AT THE NATIONALLY TELEVISED CLEMSON-FLORIDA STATE FOOTBALL GAME ON NOV. 12 BY THROWING A FOOTBALL 25 YARDS THROUGH A 20-INCH TARGET AS PART OF THE BI-LO HEALTHY CHOICE GREEN IS GOOD PIGSKIN CHALLENGE CONTEST. THE CONTEST WAS ...
Buy groceries, shred documents.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... With identity theft at an all-time high, supermarkets may want to replace that dust-collecting pay phone in the vestibule with the latest profit center, the ShredStation drop box. The units simplify the disposal of sensitive information by offering at the retail level the same ...
Food Lion aids kids with cancer.(TRADE talk)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Food Lion has donated $250,000 to the Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Baltimore to build an inpatient playroom on the oncology unit of a new children's hospital that is slated to break ground this spring and open in 2009. "This generous donation from Food Lion will make a ...
RetailWire: plugged in.
Jan 01, 2006 ... EACH BUSINESS MORNING ON RETAILWIRE.COM, GROCERY HEADQUARTERS EXECS GET PLUGGED IN TO THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS AND ISSUES WITH KEY INSIGHTS FROM A BRAIN TRUST OF RETAIL INDUSTRY EXPERTS. HERE ARE A FEW EXCERPTS FROM THESE UNIQUE RETAILWIRE ONLINE DISCUSSIONS, ALONG WITH RESULTS FROM ...
Considering the alternatives: nontraditional formats keep chewing into grocers' center store sales, and their appetites promise only to increase.(Cover Story)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Jane Spielberger, a New Jersey mother of three young boys, looks at herself as a typical housewife. She operates on a budget and is always eager to fill the cupboard with products purchased at the lowest possible price. But time is always an issue, and she is always looking for a way to ...
The art of the steal: supermarkets can take back Wal-Mart shoppers. It's a matter of knowing how.
Jan 01, 2006; ... Here's an unadvertised special that's sure to be Muzak to the ears of retailers: Supermarkets actually can roll back shoppers who have defected to Wal-Mart. Simply drop the "woe is me" attitude, invest in industry-wide public relations and learn which customers are most likely to defect, ...
Shopping on autopilot: technology is poised to bring about profound changes in how consumers navigate the grocery store. Here's a look at how things might go.
Jan 01, 2006; ... IN THE NOT-TOO-DISTANT FUTURE, the emerging technologies that today may appear to be fads will significantly impact the shopping experience of the everyday consumer. The application of advances in electronic, Internet, wireless and RFID/EPC technologies will improve the speed and quality ...
Prepare to be leaders: guiding consumers toward healthier lifestyles is likely to become one of the industry's most important jobs, according to GMA's Future of Food conference.
Jan 01, 2006; ... The Grocery Manufacturers Association held a meeting of the minds for an unprecedented discussion on food and its future. In the most basic sense, the late-November conference in Washington was a recognition that the years ahead will pose unique challenges. On a deeper level, it was proof ...
Talking shop with ... Harry McHugh: the senior vice president of operations for c-store chain Wawa says tomorrow's retail winners will thrive on innovation and a commitment to people and values.(Interview)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Grocery Headquarters: What's the state of the retail industry? What factors have caused some of the most recent changes? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Harry McHugh: It's just obviously increasingly competitive, and the channels are increasingly blurred. Wal-Mart, on one end ...
Change is brewing: beer makers are working to regain the attention of the key younger demographic, whose members increasingly lean toward wine and liquor.(CENTER STORE)
Jan 01, 2006; ... A GLIMPSE OF THE LATEST DATA on the beer industry would lead many to believe that all is well in the world of hops and barley. But a closer look at the nature of the major manufacturers' recent marketing approaches reveals that the industry is reluctantly losing its grip on a prime ...
The human element: with so many family pets being promoted to family members, opportunities abound for retailers to capitalize on food trends that are migrating from the people aisles.(CENTER STORE)
Jan 01, 2006; ... PETS ARE PEOPLE, TOO. That's a bit of a stretch, but as pet foods and treats continue to take on people-food tendencies, and consumers lavish more and more money on their four-footed friends, it's easy to see how one can draw that conclusion. In the pet aisle, as in the rest of the center ...
Amy's expands variety.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... The folks at Amy's Kitchen, based in Santa Rosa, Calif., have been whipping up a series of additions to the company's lines of frozen products and canned soups. The items, which all meet Amy's Kitchen's natural and organic standards, contain no meat, fish, poultry, eggs, GMOs or ...
All-occasion Kisses.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... In an effort to expand its presence across a greater variety of retail formats, Hershey Co. has launched Hershey's Kissables, the latest twist on the traditional Hershey's Kisses brand. The new confections, miniature versions of the classic chocolate, are covered with a colorful ...
Campbell fuses fruits and vegetables.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... CAMPBELL SOUP CO. HAS LAUNCHED V8 V-FUSION, AN ADDITION TO ITS V8 JUICE LINE. V-FUSION BLENDS THE NUTRITION OF FRUIT AND VEGETABLES INTO A SINGLE BEVERAGE, PROVIDING A FULL SERVING OF EACH IN AN EIGHT-OUNCE GLASS. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "THE LAUNCH OF V8 V-FUSION ...
Coke sets multiple launches.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... COCA-COLA CO. IS ENTERING 2006 WITH A BUNDLE OF NEW PRODUCTS IN ITS PORTFOLIO. TARGETING A WIDE RANGE OF CONSUMERS WITH DIFFERENT TASTE PROFILES AND INTERESTS, THE NEW BEVERAGES FOCUS ON BOTH FLAVOR AND FUNCTION. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HITTING SHELVES THIS MONTH ARE ...
Licensed candies from Blueberry Hill.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Crayola and Build A Bear Workshop can now be found in the candy aisle, thanks to a licensing agreement with Blueberry Hill Foods. The vitamin-enriched jellybeans, gummies and jellies carrying the brand names are marketed under Blueberry Hill's Simply Smart group of value-added products. ...
Calorie-burning soda.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Dieters who consider soda taboo may be pleased to hear about the launch of Celsius, a soft drink its maker says is clinically proven to burn calories. Comprising a blend of green tea, ginger extract, micronutrients, taurine and caffeine, the product is designed to help consumers lose ...
Slim Jim aims to fatten sales.(center store news)
Jan 01, 2006 ... OMAHA-BASED CONAGRA FOODS HAS UNVEILED PLANS FOR A MAJOR MARKETING CAMPAIGN FOR ITS SLIM JIM BRAND THAT IS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED TO CAPTURE ITS TARGET AUDIENCE OF 18- TO 24-YEAR-OLD MALES. KEEPING WITH THE BRAND'S EDGY IMAGE, THE MARKETING EFFORTS FEATURE THE SLIM JIM FAIRY SNAPMOTHER, A ...
Gluten-free risottos.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Gluten-free risottos: Lundberg Family Farms has introduced three new additions to its line of risottos: Eco-Farmed Butternut Squash, Eco-Farmed Cheddar Broccoli and Organic Wild Porcini Mushroom. Each of the items is ...
Organic chocolates.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Organic chocolates: Tapping into the organic chocolate segment, Sconza Candy has added five-ounce bags of organic chocolate raisins and organic chocolate peanuts to its Naturally Sconza Line. The new products ...
More noodle options.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... More noodle options: Annie Chun's, Inc. has launched additions to its Noodle Express Meals and FreshPak Noodle Bowl lines. Thai Peanut Noodle Express and Singapore Curry Noodle Express are now available in 7.4-ounce microwavable, ...
Keys to the Kastle.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Keys to the Kastle: Kandy Kastle has added three new offerings to its lineup. All launched at the National Association of Convenience Stores show in Las Vegas in November, Hello Kitty candy lip gloss, ...
Kid-friendly oatmeal.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Kid-friendly oatmeal: Country Choice Organic has introduced Fit Kids, instant organic oatmeal fortified with calcium, iron and three grams of fiber. The new product comes in eight-pack variety packs, with ...
Spunky spuds: bouncing back from the low-carb fad, potatoes are commanding higher prices and offering a wider range of options to consumers.(FOCUS ON FRESH)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Was the low-carb diet craze good for the potato industry? While the initial answer would seem to be no, the 18-month fad did impel the industry to try to put some excitement back into the category. The effort included promoting the nutritional benefits of potatoes, reviewing crop levels, ...
Fruits of the season: imported produce makes the department a year-round contributor.(FOCUS ON FRESH)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Since technology and faster transportation made it possible to bring produce quickly from other parts of the world to U.S. markets, such countries as Chile, Argentina and Brazil have been offering a host of items to the domestic market during the winter. "We are expecting a ...
The class menagerie: exotic, upscale meats that have become popular with restaurant patrons are rapidly finding their way into supermarket cases.(FOCUS ON FRESH)
Jan 01, 2006; ... There's usually a waiting line every night at Ted's Montana Grill, and that's no wonder. They say the food is spectacular. Once seated, diners sink their teeth into thick, juicy 11-ounce Kansas City strips accompanied by Parmesan creamed spinach and Aunt Fannie's famous squash casserole ....
Bringing your customers back[TM].(Supplier Profile)(Company Profile)(Advertisement)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Headquartered in Wichita, Kan., Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation is a leading processor and distributor of fresh beef, pork and turkey, plus cooked and marinated meats. Representing more than a dozen major brands that are sold in both retail and foodservice channels, Cargill Meat ...
Major push for watermelon sales.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... SUNDIA CORP. IS HOPING WATERMELONS WILL GET A LOT MORE PLAY THIS YEAR. THE SAN FRANCISCO COMPANY IS BRANDING THEM WITH A MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE AND INTRODUCING A WATERMELON JUICE TO MARKET. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "WE ARE TO WATERMELON WHAT SUNKIST IS TO ORANGES AND ...
Tips for melon handlers.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... The risk of customers getting sick from a supermarket melon can be practically eliminated if retailers follow the tips offered in the Commodity Specific Food Safety Guidelines for the Melon Supply Chain report offered by the United Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Association and the Produce ...
Containers to facilitate foodservice.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... SOLO CUP CO. IS OFFERING NEW HELP TO SERVICE DELI WORKERS PLATING UP MONDAY'S WEEKLY SPECIAL OF HOT ROAST PORK LOIN WITH MASHED POTATOES AND CREAMED SPINACH. HIGHLAND PARK, ILL.-BASED SOLO'S TROPHY FOOD CONTAINERS ARE MADE WITH THIN-WALLED FOAM THAT THE COMPANY SAYS INSULATES BETTER THAN ...
Salad days, European style.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Ready Pac has added three more European-style salad blends to its repertoire. St. Tropez is a blend of crisp, sweet romaine and crunchy iceberg lettuce, accented with endive and radicchio; Veggie Medley is a combination of iceberg and romaine lettuces with carrot ribbons, fresh snow or ...
Deli salad merger.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Chef Solutions, a provider of refrigerated prepared foods and specialty bakery products, has merged Fish House Foods of Vista, Calif. with its Orval Kent division. The merger allows Chef Solutions to expand within Orval Kent to bring its vision to the deli-style salads category. Fish House ...
The competitive edge.(fresh TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... To help retailers score a touchdown in the produce aisle for the Super Bowl, Los Angeles-based Paramount Farms has launched a Sunkist California Pistachios "Dream Media Center" display contest. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Produce managers and brokers can submit their best ...
Cantaloupes in winter.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Cantaloupes in winter: Springhouse, Pa.-based AgroFresh, Inc. is touting its SmartFresh-protected imported melons with a winter-themed ad campaign and promotional mailing that target retailers and invite them to join the SmartFresh melon program. The program allows retailers to offer ...
Swimming to the mainstream.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Swimming to the mainstream: Carolina Classics Natural Catfish, Inc. of Ayden, N.C. is broadening its distribution from Whole Foods to the mainstream channel. The fish costs more because it is raised without drugs or synthetic chemicals. Similar to natural chicken, Carolina Classics Natural ...
Better spreaders.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Better spreaders: Kaukauna, Wis.-based Bel/Kaukauna U.S.A. has reformulated and repackaged its Kaukauna and WisPride brands of spreadable cheddar. Available in a variety of popular flavors, the new formulation makes both brands easier to spread right out of the refrigerator. Packaging has ...
Organic cheese entry.(SUPPLIER NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Organic cheese entry: Comstock, Wis.-based Blaser's Premium Cheese has broken into the organic product market with a nine-cheese line called Organic Pride, A Generation Ahead. Available in eight-ounce packages and five-pound loaves in Colby; Colby Jack; Colby Jack with Tomato and Sweet ...
Young ideas: innovation promises to be the watchword in baby care products this year.(NONFOODS FOR PROFIT)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Retailers should prepare themselves to expect the unexpected from baby care in 2006, according to leading manufacturers, particularly from core products such as diapers and wipes. The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association's annual trade show, where many baby care products will make ...
Stepping up to the bar: it may have been a symposium on beer sales and opportunities, but many of the lessons could apply to just about every segment in a supermarket.(NONFOODS TALK)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Anheuser-Busch invited the trade press to a media day in St. Louis early in December. Despite the chill in the air and the fact that St. Louis is not at the top of one's travel destination list for the late fall, it was an interesting symposiurn on the state of beer. ...
Minority report: a GMDC study tells retailers how to broaden their appeal to the rapidly growing Hispanic, Asian and African-American shopper segments.(NONFOODS FOR PROFIT)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Are retail nonfoods executives and buyers keeping up with the changing face of America? The answer, according to many industry executives, is a resounding no. And it could be impacting these merchants where it hurts most: at the cash register. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Fiery and fragrant: scents are capturing the major share of consumers' attention as candle suppliers continue driving the market with innovation.
Jan 01, 2006; ... Candles have come a long way from the days when the Romans began burning wicks dipped in tallow to guide travelers through the darkness and to light homes and temples at night. Now candles are more likely to be purchased for decorative use or as tie-ins to seasonal events. Perhaps that is ...
Mentholatum buys Phisoderm, plans new products.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... CONTINUING ITS ACTIVE POSITIONING IN THE MARKET-PLACE, THE MENTHOLATUM COMPANY, INC., ORCHARD PARK, N.Y.-BASED MANUFACTURER AND MARKETER OF NON-PRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND HEALTH CARE PRODUCTS, HAS PURCHASED THE PHISODERM BRAND OF SKIN CARE PRODUCTS FROM CHATTEM, INC. THE DEAL CLOSED IN LATE ...
Capri for the spring.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... GOODY PRODUCTS, INC. PLANS TO REVIVE THE CAPRI LOOK THIS SPRING WITH CAPRI CHIC, A FRESH HAIR-ACCESSORIES COLLECTION. CAPRI CHIC BLENDS NAUTICAL STRIPES, GRAPHIC PRINTS AND SOPHISTICATED SOLIDS WITH LUXURIOUS SATIN, COTTON PIQUE, WISPY CHIFFON AND LINEN. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Tea time for youngsters.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Traditional Medicinals is introducing Just for Kids Teas, a line of organic teas designed to meet a wide variety of health and wellness needs. The teas come in four flavors: Cold Care Winter Season Tea, Throat Coat, Nighty Night and Tummy Comfort. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...
Driving with Mr. Clean.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Mr. Clean is taking a look at windshields. Two new products developed through a strategic relationship between Old World Industries, the maker of Peak antifreeze, and Procter & Gamble, which manufactures Mr. Clean, are designed to offer many technological advancements. ...
Pantina for winter.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Pantina Cosmetics is offering its winter collection. The Teterboro, N.J. company is offering such products as Shimmer Face and Body dust powder, Glam Lashes waterproof mascara, Eye Shadow Duo, ...
German skin care line.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... PHYSICIAN LABORATORIES, A PRIVATE, DOCTOR-OWNED COMPANY, HAS SECURED EXCLUSIVE U.S. DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS FOR SEBAMED, A COMPLETE, SCIENCE-BASED SKIN CARE LINE MANUFACTURED BY GERMAN COMPANY SEBAPHARMA. IN THE U.S., PHYSICIAN LABORATORIES WILL INITIALLY OFFER SEBAMED CLASSIC FOR SENSITIVE TO ...
Self-cleaning pet brush.(nonfoods NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006 ... M2 Pets is offering Snap-N-Clean, a self-cleaning pet brush designed to make dog and cat grooming easier. The product offers the benefits of a professional pet brush with a self-cleaning hair-removal system. According to Mark Morrison, president of the Stamford, Conn.-based company, the ...
Delivering on pharmacy's value promise.(nonfoods NEWS)(Interview)
Jan 01, 2006 ... Mike Coughlin, president and CEO of Mission, Kan.-based ScriptPro, says the pharmacy has become even more important for retailers looking to attract consumers into their stores. Therefore, he adds, it is just as important for retailers to pay close attention to how the pharmacy counter is ...
A day in the life of a CEO: Green Hills' Gary Hawkins; Providing a superior customer experience is the core element of his retailing strategy and success.(TECH SOLUTIONS)
Jan 01, 2006; ... AS RETAILING TRANSITIONS TOWARD MORE CONSUMER-FOCUSED OPERATIONS, COMPANIES WILL BE ABLE TO EXPLOIT THE POWER OF TRUE ONE-TO-ONE MARKETING. RATHER THAN WAIT FOR THIS CONCEPT TO REACH CRITICAL MASS, GARY HAWKINS, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF GREEN HILLS, PLANS TO BE THE BENEFACTOR. ...
To receive loyalty, give to charity: retailers that offer frequent shoppers the chance to support a good cause with every visit can't help but strengthen the bonds between their brands and their communities.(TECH INSIGHTS)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Despite the efforts of some innovative grocers, many card-based loyalty programs are not considered positive marketing strategies. Derided as vehicles that merely deliver clipless coupons, uninventive loyalty programs have drawn scowls from industry experts for years. By refocusing their ...
Get your money's worth from self-checkout: a well-developed best practices program can increase customer use, lower front-end labor costs and boost the return on your investment.(TECH FORUM)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Self-service shopping has achieved mainstream status in supermarkets, super-centers and home improvement centers, generating transactions worth $161 billion in 2005, according to a recent study from IHL Consulting Group. Forecasted sales will be as much as $450 billion by 2008. ...
Bells, whistles & wisdom: Marketechnics attendees will once again have the chance not only to see what's new and cool but also to learn how it can pay off for their businesses.
Jan 01, 2006; ... Customer service. Self-service applications. Payment technologies. RFID. These are just some of the topics in store for supermarket executives heading to the West Coast this month for the 14th annual Marketechnics convention, sponsored by the Food Marketing Institute. ...
Bright ideas, on a budget: balancing the need for a well-lit store against rising electricity costs may be the biggest challenge lighting designers face.(EQUIPMENT, DESIGN & OPERATIONS)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Light is perhaps a supermarket operator's best salesperson. When used effectively, there is no better merchandising tool because of its ability to highlight the deep reds of a rich cut of steak, the delicate blush on a peach, the vibrant oranges and yellows of a fruit display, and the ...
Design for naught: the first half of the decade saw little in the way of store concepts that were meant to serve the needs of the shopper rather than those of the retailer.(OFF THE DRAWING BOARD)
Jan 01, 2006; ... The last half of the "naught" decade is upon us. Naught, as in 2006, 2007, 2008, etc. I can never remember if it is actually referred to as 2000 "naught" 6 or 2000 "ought" 6. It's so hard to tell from watching those old movies set at the turn of the last century where they actually used ...
Energy costs make conservation a higher priority.(equipment, design & operations NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006; ... SUPERMARKETS ARE JOINING IN THE NATIONAL MOVEMENT AMONG COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL BUSINESSES TO CUT BACK ON ENERGY USE, WITH MANY GROCERY COMPANIES ADOPTING REDUCTION MEASURES. THE HIGHER COST OF ENERGY, FUELED BY HIGHER GENERATION COSTS, HAS PROMPTED MAIOR INITIATIVES ON THE PART OF BOTH ...
Whole Foods steps into solar.(equipment, design & operations NEWS)
Jan 01, 2006; ... Whole Foods has joined a number of other supermarkets in experimenting with solar power. The chain has teamed with Frederick, Md.-based BP Solar to install a solar panel system on its new store in Princeton, N.J. The panels cover roughly 12,500 square feet of the roof and generate 126.7 ...