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Today in Food Commerce: BJ’s Wholesale Club Goes Small; Chipotle Talks Robotics
April 29, 2022

Today in food commerce, BJ’s Wholesale Club unveils a smaller store format, while Karla Fiske, director of digital customer experience product management at Chipotle Mexican Grill, speaks with PYMNTS about kitchen automation. Plus, HelloFresh adjusts its menus in response to inflation. BJ’s Wholesale Club Opens...

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Today in Food Commerce: McDonald’s Looks to the Future of Digital; Domino’s Struggles to Meet...
April 28, 2022

Today in food commerce, McDonald’s shares how its digital platforms will transform the business inside and out, and Domino’s faces difficulties fulfilling all the delivery orders coming in. Plus, PYMNTS data reveal the factors affecting consumers’ food purchasing behaviors. McDonald’s CEO: ‘Digital Changes Everything’ for...

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Today in Food Commerce: Mondelēz Argues Against Inflation Concerns; Restaurants Tap Robotic Delivery
April 27, 2022

Today in food commerce, snack and confectionery giant Mondelēz sees grocery spending remain high in the face of inflation, and restaurants use robots to meet delivery demand. Plus, Chieh Huang, CEO of Boxed, argues for the importance of staying in stock in online grocery. Mondelēz...

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Today in Food Commerce: Jack in the Box Goes Robotic; Chipotle Turns Focus to Drive-Thru
April 26, 2022

Today in food commerce, Jack in the Box tests out robotic fry cooks and drink dispensers, while Chipotle looks to grow its digital drive-thru footprint. Plus, PYMNTS data reveal that the online grocery space is growing quickly by the month. Restaurants Leverage Automated Solutions to...

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Today in Food Commerce: Panera Expands Beverage Subscription; Restaurants Manage Inflation
April 22, 2022

Today in food commerce, PYMNTS data reveal how consumers’ restaurant expectations are changing, and Panera goes all in on subscription commerce. Plus, David Bloom, Chief Development and Operating Officer of Capriotti’s and Wing Zone, speaks with PYMNTS about how the brands are handling inflationary challenges....

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Today in Food Commerce: Instacart Brings Checkout Tech to Fenway; Kroger Takes Delivery Into Its...
April 21, 2022

Today in food commerce, Instacart brings computer vision-powered, self-service checkout technology to the Boston Red Sox’s Fenway Park, while Kroger builds out its first-party delivery capabilities. Plus, Amazon brings its grocery checkout technology to new locations. Instacart Brings AI Self-Service Checkout to Fenway Park With...

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PYMNTS AM Radar: Amazon Vs Shopify; WhatsApp Office; Digital LatAm; Crime-as-a-Service; Main Street Recovery
April 21, 2022

It’s Thursday (April 21), and Shopify is nipping at Amazon’s heels, making the eCommerce behemoth rethink its relationship with merchants. Meanwhile, WhatsApp wants to move beyond social and into the office. Here’s what else should be on your radar this morning.  Amazon vs Shopify: Amazon is...

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Today in Food Commerce: Popeyes Gears up for Drive-Thru Growth; Just Eat Takeaway Considers Grubhub...
April 20, 2022

Today in food commerce, Popeyes announces plans to expand its double drive-thru footprint, while Grubhub parent company Just Eat Takeaway looks into selling the aggregator. Plus, grocers leverage automation to tackle supply chain challenges. Popeyes Leans on Drive-Thru Channel to Boost Demand Fulfillment Capabilities As...

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Today in Food Commerce: Chipotle Introduces Venture Fund; eGrocery Lowers Cost Barriers
April 19, 2022

Today in food commerce, Chipotle announces a $50 million fund to back Series B stage restaurant technology companies, while grocery delivery transitions to a wider audience. Plus, a French court rules against Deliveroo’s treatment of freelance workers, and Steve Jackson, president and CEO of restaurant...