Amazon introduces new AI agents
Allowing humans to maintain control of how much agents can do on their own.
Technology
ReposiTrak Traceability Network surpasses 8.2 million supplier records collected
Rapid growth in supplier-provided traceability data reinforces industry momentum toward scalable, automated food supply chain traceability
AI-powered Ask DoorDash aims to transform online grocery shopping
The tool lets customers make shopping carts from recipes or lists, find meals via natural prompts, and get personalized suggestions based on past purchases.
Amazon expands freight offering for all businesses
Citing demand from vendors and selling partners, Amazon extends less-than-truckload shipping services.
Grocery Outlet selects Afresh for chainwide ordering
Extreme-value grocer invests in store-level ordering intelligence to drive profitability and support its independent operators
Walmart celebrates 1 millionth drone delivery
Average delivery time is 23 minutes, and the quickest required 4 minutes and 44 seconds.
New York moves to curb data-driven pricing practices
The One Fair Price Act limits companies from using consumer data like browsing history, location, and income to set prices.
Skipper unveils fridge hydration technology
New fridge hydration technology helps produce stay fresh up to 3x longer by addressing the humidity gap traditional refrigeration leaves behind
Gartner study reveals consumers want AI shopping help, but not AI purchase decisions
The findings suggest consumers are more receptive to AI shopping tools that support discovery and research.
Google unveils Universal Cart
The brand remains the merchant of record regardless of how the purchase is made.
Circana debuts Purchase to Consumption tool
“This solution introduces unparalleled capabilities to the market by delivering a unified view of the shopper and consumer.”
Albertsons launches AI produce inspection tool
The system analyzes fruit and vegetable images against quality standards, offering inspectors automated ratings and recommendations.
Magnetic 3D expands glasses-free 3D lineup with 43” multiview display
New mid-size display strengthens Magnetic 3D’s leadership in advanced autostereoscopic visualization as electronics brands enter the market with spatial signage
Giant Eagle names Ibotta exclusive digital promotions partner
Giant Eagle will join the Ibotta Performance Network, expanding digital offers and savings across its 200+ supermarkets and platforms.
Constructor recognized for 'AI-driven innovation'
Honored by the American Business Awards as "retail company of the year."
World Food Products expands use of ReposiTrak to strengthen end-to-end supply chain compliance
As World Food Products continues to innovate with new products and packaging, its investment in compliance infrastructure ensures that its growth is supported by a strong, reliable and transparent supplier network