IFMA Introduces Rebranded Identity at 2024 Presidents Conference
The 72-year-old organization recently unveiled a rebrand in a new video that retraces its history and reflects the changes seen in the food-away-from-home category since the pandemic.
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Anticipated Tariffs From Trump Administration Could Impact F&B Businesses
Imports Surging Ahead of East, Gulf Port Strike Threat
Retailers have ramped up their merchandise deliveries amid a threatened strike by U.S. dockworkers that could disrupt the imminent holiday shopping season. 45,000 dockworkers are poised to walk out at 36 ports along the East and Gulf coasts following the expiration of the longshoremen’s six-year master contract, which expires on October 1.
Report Reveals ‘Digital Divide’ in F&B Supply Chains
A new industry study suggests food and beverage suppliers simply can’t afford to ignore supply chain modernization.
5 Supply Chain Concerns to Watch in Late 2024
There are several global supply chain concerns for the second half of 2024. F&B executives are particularly concerned about geopolitical tensions and severe weather.
Navigating Choppy Waters: Retailers Import Early to Tackle Shipping Challenges
Ongoing port congestion has reached a “boiling point” according to one global shipping expert. Retailers are suffering stress brought on by swings in consumer demand, fear of both gluts and shortages, and spiraling freight costs.
Gone ‘til September: Huy Fong’s Sriracha is Orange and in Short Supply
Huy Fong doesn’t just lead the category in the United States – it by and large created the category over 40 years ago when it debuted its sriracha in 1980, fostering a dedicated fandom that has only grown via endless professional collaboration and licensing coupled with decidedly non-professional experimentation from hotheads coast to coast, kitchen to kitchen.
Walmart Earnings Seem Optimistic for The Food Industry. Its Strategy Might Not Be
Retail giant Walmart is hardly moving like a lumbering incumbent, but rather at a pace more like that of a startup. That seems a terrifying prospect for the rest of the industry, said FI’s resident stock analyst.
The Future of Retail, Part 2- Tomorrow’s Tech
To further understand how inventory and supply chain will change, Jarvis said the end of data silos must be achieved “to create a holistic understanding of each shopper, their interactions, and the stream of information being shared with them.
A New AI Era for Foodservice Distributors
As more distributors move to online ordering, organizing data is essential to providing operators with info like analytics. AI can help.
Burgernomics: Fast Food Inflation and an $18 Big Mac Combo
The recent uproar over a McDonald’s in Darien, Connecticut, that charged a whopping $17.59 for a Big Mac combo meal is more than just local news; it’s a snapshot of the changing economic landscape.
How Will the Red Sea Attacks Affect the Food Industry?
Ongoing attacks on container ships in the Red Sea are causing global shipping carriers, importers, and exporters to reimagine trade routes and merchandising plans in early 2024. That said, how is this evolving dynamic impacting …
In-Store Shopper Traffic Visibility Fuels New Growth Opportunities at Retail
SIRL’s mission is to build the most scalable, robust, accurate, and feature-rich Real-Time Location System (RTLS), and to broadly take this technology to a multitude of markets.
Sponsored Content: Common Ground Film Grows Regenerative Ag Movement
Sales of regenerative ag products have been growing by more than 20% for the past year – a fact that’s highlighted in a recent film about regenerative ag called “Common Ground.”
Analysis: How to Manage Risk in Food Supply Chains Moving Forward
The food industry relies on stable and safe supply chains to operate unhindered, but there is inherent risk in the transportation and handling of foodstuffs. If the supply chain breaks down in any way, business …
Food Could Upend Upcoming Elections
Voters will be listening closely to what candidates say in addressing inflation and food supply challenges in upcoming elections worldwide.
Why Phantom Inventory Harms Loyalty — and How Grocers Can Fight Back
The biggest supply chain disruptions in recent memory have passed but their impacts are still being felt by cautious consumers. According to a recent Ipsos poll, nearly two-thirds (65%) of Americans say that grocery stock …
Will Competitors Copy Walmart and Amazon’s New Fulfillment Strategies?
Walmart and Amazon, the top two retailers in the U.S., are both making big changes to their fulfillment strategies for online orders, aiming to ramp up next-day delivery. WALMART’S HUGE NEW HIGH-TECH CENTER Walmart recently …
FI Newscast (June 09, 2023) – Featuring Andrew Gellert, Gellert Global Group
FI Live Replay – Pod Foods: A New Model for Grocery Supply Chain
The State of Wagyu in America
Wagyu often tops restaurateurs’ dinner menus as the cut de la creme, the luxurious and bougie beef, the apex protein for the apex predator armed with a sharp knife, a crisp vegetable, and an appetite for the sublime.
Food and Beverage Becomes Top Target for Cargo Thefts
As cargo thefts surge around the U.S., food and beverage commodities have become the top target, according to the latest CargoNet data. And the trend doesn’t show signs of slowing. CargoNet’s theft report revealed an …
The State of the Restaurant Industry
Top restaurant operators share their insights on growth, labor, costs, supply chain, and more.
Vegetable Oil Shortage a Growing Industry Concern
Vegetable oil, an essential in everything from pizza dough to shampoo, is in short supply largely because of weather disasters and the growing use of biofuels to replace fossil fuels as the fight against climate …
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How Food Processing Companies Can Build a Resilient Supply Chain
Food Fraud Awareness Increasing
Whether it be supplements spouting unproven health benefits, or products to which harmful substances have been added, food fraud is a growing problem globally. Fortunately, experts say food companies can take careful steps to avoid the issue.
Retail Expert: Proper Forecasting Will be Vital in 2023
A top executive with S&P Global Ratings said proper forecasting will be imperative for retailers this year, as fading uncertainty enables new opportunities.
Maximizing Opportunities and Minimizing Threats with ERM
Enterprise Risk Management is a systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact an organization. It helps organizations to proactively address potential challenges and opportunities, and to make informed decisions that …
Survey: CEOs see Slowed 2023 Growth
CEOs and other C-suite executives see slow growth and digital innovation ahead, the Conference Board 2023 C-Suite Outlook found. Some 1,131 C-suite executives responded to the board’s annual survey. Projected economic growth is expected to …
FI Fast Break audio news: Dec. 28, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the recent uptick of work-hour safety infractions at restaurants.
CEO: Supply Chain Transparency Key in 2023
After countless supply chain disruptions, and with a potential recession on the horizon, 2023 is set to be a transformative year for the grocery store segment. With that in mind, here are a few key …
Diverse Offerings Will Be Key to Grocery Success in 2023
Grocers need to prepare for a changing environment as they head into 2023, and bringing in new products will give them a competitive edge.
Diesel Shortage Chokes Transportation from the Farm Gate
The well-documented diesel shortage in America is understandably causing concern across the country. But to what extent is the shortage cause for alarm for farmers and consumers alike? Opinions vary. From the pandemic, to the …
IFMA Event Highlights Possible Labor, Supply Chain Solutions
More than 500 foodservice leaders met in Greater Phoenix this week, to consider solutions for industry issues like the ongoing labor shortage and supply chain snags.
Optimism Abounds for Foodservice Despite Recent Challenges
Despite some uncertainty about future challenges, restaurant operators, suppliers, and distributors remain optimistic about the future of foodservice.
Out-of-Stocks Cost Grocery Retailers Billions
Smart data and inventory management solutions can help account for lost revenue and even provide further sales opportunities.