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With the rise of digital technology reshaping the business of restaurant home meal delivery, new online food delivery platforms are competing for customers and offering expanded choices and convenience. As consumers become more reliant on shopping online through apps or websites, however, they expect the same quality, convenience, and transparency when it comes to ordering lunch or dinner.Both res … read more

The convenience store industry is no longer limited to just being convenient. With numerous products available in smaller packaging and a growing grab-and-go foods market, convenience store operators are now challenged to provide more than expediency alone.Although shoppers are busier than ever and continue to value convenience, they also want—and expect—convenience foods with a greater emphasis o … read more

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Consumers expect to see food labels when buying groceries and food data when eating in restaurants. Nutrition and ingredient labels have become standard sources of information for consumers; however, labeling now goes far beyond the grocery store. Consumers who regularly eat in hospitals, schools, universities, large offices or other institutions are looking for the same type of informative food l … read more

Most restaurant operators and consumers alike are familiar with tamper-evident labels and seals. Everyday items such as over-the-counter drugs, food items, packaging materials, cleaning solutions and laundry products now often employ this method of security. Many manufacturers are now required to use these labels on their products.With the surge in popularity of third-party delivery, tamper-eviden … read more

Web-based applications can help streamline menu and recipe management, training, food labeling and communication. Directing the many facets of an active food service operation requires the ability to multi-task, lead, organize, think on your feet, and meet stringent regulations while producing quality food day after day. The demands of the job have the potential to overwhelm. Proactive food se … read more

More than one-fourth of c-store shoppers say they value convenience, of course. But they also want more nutrition information and greater emphasis on healthy ingredients. To compete for customer loyalty in today’s marketplace, more c-store owners are turning to the grab & go segment. A vital component in the race for loyalty and repeat business in grab & go is a well-displayed, accurate … read more

Supermarket shoppers – especially the coveted millennials – have specific desires when it comes to perimeter products. They want appetizing foods that are fresh, clean and convenient, and they want to know exactly what’s in the products. Vague ingredient labels that don’t list every single ingredient are no longer acceptable. Shoppers want ingredient labels that are current, specific and accura … read more

In 2016, it was estimated that only about 4% of all groceries sold in the U.S. were purchased online. That figure is expected to reach 20%, if not more, within the next ten years. As those numbers grow, retailers are starting to gain some insight into the purchasing habits of online consumers. One that is proving most notable is that when U.S. consumers purchase groceries online from majo … read more