Online Retail

FreshDirect Pilots SNAP Test in Bronx Expansion

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:55:00 +0000

NEW YORK — Online grocer FreshDirect here on Friday said it would launch a test program allowing recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits — formerly known as food stamps — to order groceries online.

Peapod Adds Scan-able Billboard in Chicago Subway

Fri, 04 May 2012 19:37:00 +0000

CHICAGO — Online grocer Peapod here on Thursday unveiled a display in a pedestrian subway tunnel here that allows shoppers to scan products, download the Peapod app and other functions.

Grocery Shopping Network Names Carlick Chairman

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:48:00 +0000

MINNEAPOLIS — Grocery Shopping Network on Thursday said David Carlick has been named board chairman, effective immediately.

VIDEO: The Rise of Online Wellness Retailers

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +0000

A video chat with David Zucker, chief marketing officer at Vitacost.com, one of the nation's largest online retailers of natural/organic foods and dietary supplements.

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Giant Eagle Plans ‘Curbside Express’ Debut

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:41:00 +0000

Giant Eagle is planning to test online ordering with store pickup at a single Market District location.

Wal-Mart Launches DVD-to-Digital Service

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:07:00 +0000

Wal-Mart will convert DVDs to an online digital format that can be accessed through its Vudu.com video streaming service.

Harris Teeter Offers Free Online Shopping

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 14:28:00 +0000

MATTHEWS, N.C. — Harris Teeter has temporarily waived the fee for its personal shopping service.

Peapod Targets Commuters in Philly Launch

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:11:00 +0000

SKOKIE, Ill. — Peapod is supporting its Peapod by Giant launch in the Philadelphia market with a smartphone application that works in concert with billboard advertising at area commuter train stations.

New Jersey Luring FreshDirect: Report

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:07:00 +0000

NEW YORK — FreshDirect, the Internet grocer here that's considering a new facility in the Bronx, could move to New Jersey instead, a published report said Wednesday.

SN Whole Health: Have It Your Way

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 19:10:00 +0000

The made-to-order mindset is thriving in the food industry, where consumers specify ingredients or flavors for everything from tea and coffee to energy bars and ice cream.