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-Daniel Murphy, Sr. VP of Retail Support Services Perishables of Unified Grocers, Inc
The Blog
Chinese tech's move into food retailing: What should we learn from Alibaba, Tencent and JD?
It would be a mistake not to take a good look at China for signs of developments that will shape the future of US grocery retailing. Here we focus on China’s big three players – Alibaba, Tencent, and JD.com – because they have the scale to break new ground in Chinese food retailing, and to set the stage in other markets as well. We also asked BMC Black Belts Ron Lunde and Steve Lauder to contribute their unique POVs. Add yours to the conversation!
The Lookout
Heads Up! Target's new small-format approach redefines this store's role and identity
The small Target stores popping up in denser suburban and urban neighborhoods and college communities show a way to grow by selling to shoppers closer to their homes – even when there’s a large store within a reasonable driving distance. These aren't just miniature cookie-cutter versions of the full-size store, they’re designed to fit into and serve the needs of “their” neighborhood.
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Guidance for 2018: Lock in on grocery retail's top two strategic imperatives
The accelerating pace of change in grocery distribution and marketing means that retailers, wholesalers, and distributors can no longer afford just to react fast, and improving traditional processes will not be enough. It's critical to take advantage of new tools and new ways of thinking about routine retail processes. In our 2018 guidance, we explain why you must simultaneously focus on consumer preferences and new sources of profit – for survival and to find your new role in the market.
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