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Wincor Nixdorf’s new TPCustomer360 software extends the omnichannel capabilities of the company’s customer interaction and loyalty program

Paderborn, Germany, 2014-9-30— /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf’s new TPCustomer360 software extends the omnichannel capabilities of the company’s comprehensive retail software suite, the TP Application Suite, in the areas of customer interaction and loyalty programs. The solution allows for mass or personalized interaction between retailers and their customers across all sales channels, from in-store POS,…
September 30, 20140Comments

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Carrefour to display dietary information on its product packaging with new system called “aquellefrequence”

Innovation at Carrefour: to help its customers decide what food they should buy, Carrefour has just launched “aquellefrequence”, a new information system PARIS, 2014-9-26— /EPR Retail News/ — Developed with the help of food experts and people working in public health, this dietary information will be displayed on Carrefour products so that customers know how frequently…
September 26, 20140Comments

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Commissary stores to feature samplings and demonstrations in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-9-26— /EPR Retail News/ — Commissary shoppers will see lots of pink in October, as stores feature samplings and demonstrations in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. DeCA's industry partners – vendors, suppliers and brokers – are collaborating with commissaries throughout October to offer everyday savings with promotions such as: "Drink To Pink"sale, sponsored…
September 26, 20140Comments

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The Co-operative Food research reveals the stereotypical student diet of booze, beans and biscuits could be a thing of the past

MANCHESTER, UK, 2014-9-24— /EPR Retail News/ — The stereotypical student diet of booze, beans and biscuits could be a thing of the past according to new research released by The Co-operative Food today (Tuesday, 23 September). Over 10 million purchases were analysed to reveal the shopping habits of savvy students who receive a 10% discount on groceries*…
September 24, 20140Comments

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Giant launches International Pre-Travel Consultations and Immunizations at select Giant Food stores

In-Store Pharmacists Offer International Pre-Travel Consultations and Immunizations to Giant Customers LANDOVER, Md., 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Travel-related illnesses can ruin a good trip; no matter where in the world you go. In an effort to keep customers healthy on their adventures and provide a full range of health services, Giant Food of Landover, Md. is…
June 20, 20140Comments

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METRO GROUP launches unique technology that allows detailed tracking of the origin of fish and meat products

Düsseldorf, Germany, 2014-6-19 — /EPR Retail News/ —  METRO GROUP is stepping up its efforts for a sustainable handling of sensitive product categories: the Düsseldorf-based retail company today presented a new and so far unique technology that allows a detailed tracking of the origin of fish and meat products. Thus, when purchasing fish, customers of the wholesale subsidiary METRO Cash…
June 19, 20140Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. recalls Wegmans Cinnamon Raisin Buns, 12 oz., due to not declared egg on the label

ROCHESTER, NY, 2014-6-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. in Rochester, NY, has initiated a voluntary recall of approximately 1,315 units of Wegmans Cinnamon Raisin Buns, 12 oz., because they may contain egg, which is not declared on the label.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening…
June 17, 20140Comments

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Product Recall: Wegmans bagged ice sold between January 1 and June 10, 2014; sold in VA, MD, NJ, and some PA stores only due to possible metal fragments

ROCHESTER, NY, 2014-6-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Wegmans Ice in 18 lb. (UPC 77890 29200) and 7 lb. (UPC 77890 29197) bags sold between January 1 and June 10, 2014. This recall has been initiated because the ice may contain metal pieces from a broken part in the machine that produces…
June 13, 20140Comments

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ShopRite of Sewell, NJ, will now have in-store dietitian to help customers live healthier lifestyles

In-Store Dietitian Brings Free Health and Wellness Services to ShopRite Customers Keasbey, NJ, 2014-6-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  To help customers live healthier lifestyles, ShopRite of Sewell, NJ, will now provide the free services of an in-store dietitian. Frank Bottino, manager with Bottino’s ShopRite, a family business that owns and operates the ShopRite of Sewell, announced today that…
June 13, 20140Comments

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NRF embarks on Summer Road Trip Designed to Enhance State Partnerships, Highlight Retail Careers, Community Impact and Innovations

Summer Road Trip Designed to Enhance State Partnerships, Highlight Retail Careers, Community Impact and Innovations WASHINGTON, 2014-4-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  One year after the world’s largest retail association launched its This is Retail initiative, the National Retail Federation has embarked on two significantly larger scale initiatives that will bring together select retailers and students…
April 25, 20140Comments

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Target pharmacists in Canada available to provide expert advice on how to manage allergy symptoms this spring

Expert advice and innovative products available at Target Pharmacies across Canada MISSISSAUGA, 2014-4-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Target announced today that pharmacists across Canada are available in-store to help answer guests’ questions and provide expert advice on how to manage unpleasant allergy symptoms this spring. Approximately one in four Canadians currently suffer from seasonal allergies and…
April 24, 20140Comments

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Product recall: Price Chopper Ground Beef sold on April 22 ONLY at the Cortland NY store

Schenectady, N.Y., 2014-4-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Price Chopper Supermarkets is issuing a voluntary recall on Price Chopper Ground Beef sold on April 22 ONLY at the Cortland, NY store located at 854 State Route 13 in Cortland. The product is being recalled due to the possibility that a paper soaker pad may have been…
April 24, 20140Comments

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Product Recall: Sub Sandwiches and Wraps containing turkey sold on April 15 at Wegmans’ Onondaga Boulevard Sub Shop only

Syracuse, NY, 2014-4-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. has initiated a recall of Sub Sandwiches and Wraps containing turkey and sold individually or in party trays on Tuesday, April 15, at Wegmans’ Onondaga Boulevard Sub Shop only. The recall was initiated by two reports that ‘thin strands of flexible, clear plastic wrap’…
April 17, 20140Comments

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NRF tells congressional panel the retail industry is committed to safeguarding and protecting consumer data

NRF Pursues Establishment of Retail Information Sharing and Analysis Center WASHINGTON, 2014-4-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today told a congressional panel that the retail industry is committed to safeguarding and protecting consumer data and information from highly-motivated and sophisticated cybercriminals and hackers. “Retailers make significant investments every year in order to protect [consumer] data,” NRF…
April 16, 20140Comments

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John Lewis announces panel of external mentors to advise and judge entrants to JLAB, the retailer’s first ever technology incubator

LONDON, 2014-4-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis today announces the panel of external mentors who will advise and judge entrants to JLAB, the retailer's first ever technology incubator. The team of external mentors headed up by technology entrepreneur Stuart Marks* are a highly successful and experienced mix of technology entrepreneurs and investors, including Luke…
April 15, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s research reveals kids’ perfect Easter starts with family at home

New survey by Sainsbury’s reveals kids’ perfect Easter starts with family at home More than half of parents feel they need to opt for potentially expensive days out over family fun at home Quality time with family ranks above going away on holiday and hanging out with friends for kids LONDON, 2014-4-15 — /EPR Retail…
April 15, 20140Comments

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The National Grocers Association welcomes Legislative Action on Tax Extender Package

Arlington, VA, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) released the following statement after the Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act was passed by the Senate Finance Committee earlier today: "NGA commends Chairman Wyden and Ranking Member Hatch for working together and passing a responsible tax extenders package. While it is our…
April 9, 20140Comments

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BRC-NIELSEN SHOP PRICE INDEX MARCH 2014: March recorded deepest level of deflation since the series began in December 2006

LONDON, 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Overall shop prices reported deflation for the eleventh consecutive month in March, accelerating to 1.7% from 1.4% in February. This is the deepest level of deflation since the series began in December 2006. Food inflation slowed to 0.8% from 1.1% in February – the lowest ever recorded. Non-food reported annual deflation of 3.2%…
April 9, 20140Comments

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NACS Consumer Fuels Survey: Consumer optimism remains steady in April even as gas prices rise

ALEXANDRIA, VA,  2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Consumer optimism remains steady in April, a period in which the ongoing spring transition to summer-blend fuel usually increases gas prices and reduces optimism. While gas prices increased nearly another dime over the past four weeks, 44% of consumers remain optimistic about the economy, the same figure as…
April 9, 20140Comments

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Product recall: IKEA asks customers to bring children’s bed canopies back to any IKEA store for full refund

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., 2014-3-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA asks customers who have a bed canopy from children’s IKEA intended to be draped around children’s cribs/beds to stop using it and bring the canopy back to any IKEA store for a full refund. The affected bed canopies are: LEGENDARISK, MINNEN bed Canopy set, BARNSLIG BOLL, MINNEN Brodyr, HIMMEL,…
March 20, 20140Comments

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SRC-KPMG: Total February 2014 Scottish sales decreased by 1.0% compared with February 2013

LONDON, UK, 2014-3-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — In February 2014 total Scottish sales decreased by 1.0% compared with February 2013, when they had increased by 0.7%. Like-for-like sales decreased by 2.5% on last February, when they had decreased by 0.1%. Taking account of shop price deflation at 1.4%, February total sales were up 0.5% in real terms. Total…
March 19, 20140Comments

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HGTV’s “DesignStar” winner Emily Henderson to join Target as new home style expert

Minneapolis, MN, 2014-3-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — “Houses are like people; the more inviting and interesting, the better.” We couldn’t agree more, which is why Target has teamed up with the very interesting  Emily Henderson to be the new home style expert. Not only is she the winner of HGTV’s hit show “DesignStar” and TV host of “Secrets From a Stylist,” she’s also a brilliant…
March 17, 20140Comments

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BRC/SPRINGBOARD FOOTFALL MONITOR FEBRUARY 2014: High streets reported the greatest footfall since March 2013

LONDON, UK, 2014-3-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Footfall in February was 2.9% lower than a year ago, down on the 1.6% rise in January and below the three-month average of -1.1%. High streets reported the greatest fall, down 5.3%, which is the largest drop since March 2013. On a three-month basis reported a drop in footfall of 3.0%, Footfall…
March 17, 20140Comments

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The ShopRite of New London initiated voluntary recall of all store-made ground meat

New London, CT, 2014-3-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The ShopRite of New London, located at 351 North Frontage Road in New London, CT has initiated a voluntary recall of all store-made ground meat produced and sold between 7:00am and 11:00pm on Thursday, March 6, 2014. There is a possibility that these products may contain small pieces of…
March 10, 20140Comments

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Stop & Shop removed from sale Popsicle brand Orange, Cherry and Grape flavored ice pops

Purchase, NY & Quincy, MA, 2014-3-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Following notification from its supplier, Unilever US, Stop & Shop announced it removed from sale Popsicle brand Orange, Cherry and Grape flavored ice pops due to exposure to an undeclared allergen, milk, on the ingredient label. This product is safe to consume for individuals who…
March 4, 20140Comments

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Giant Food of Landover, Md. recalls Popsicle brand Orange, Cherry and Grape

Landover, Md. 2014-3-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — Following a recall by Unilever US, Giant Food of Landover, Md. announced it removed from sale Popsicle brand Orange, Cherry and Grape due to exposure to an undeclared allergen, milk, on the ingredient label. This product is safe to consume for individuals who do not suffer from a milk…
March 4, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s research: 85% do not know how many calories in a glass of wine

LONDON, 2014-2-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — 85% of adults do not know how many calories there are in a glass of wine according to new research released today from Sainsbury’s. The study comes as the retailer launches calorie labelling on a selection of its new own-brand wines. 85% do not know how many calories in a glass…
February 20, 20140Comments

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NGA SupermarketGuru Consumer Survey: shoppers want professional support for healthier eating habits in supermarkets

The Annual National Grocers Association-SupermarketGuru Consumer Survey Reveals Shoppers Want Support to Eat Healthier Including Professionals on the Selling Floor to Guide Food-Buying Decisions.  LAS VEGAS, NV, 2014-2-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shoppers are spending more than half of their fresh-food dollars in supermarkets and want professionals on the shopping floor to support healthier eating habits and…
February 18, 20140Comments

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American Heart Month: Giant Food offers tips to help customers get heart healthy

Landover, MD, US, 2014-2-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — In recognition of American Heart Month this February, the nutritionists at Giant are offering several tips to help customers get heart healthy. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Living a healthy lifestyle, which includes eating right and…
February 10, 20140Comments

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Children in UK to learn about where food comes from with The Tesco Eat Happy Project’s initiative Farm to Fork

Farm to Fork visits open to every primary school in the UK Cheshunt, England, 2014-1-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Every primary school in the UK will be given the chance to learn more about food and where it comes from as part of a major new food education programme launched today. Farm to Fork, the first initiative…
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