Technology

Mobile Wallets at the Forefront of Grocery Retail Innovation

The FMItech Pitch Competition showcased groundbreaking innovations in food retail technology. Badge's presentation highlighted the transformative potential of their mobile wallet automation platform, ultimately securing the top honor in the ...

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The increased usage of grocery store apps among some shoppers has corresponded with greater expectations of apps. As grocery store app usage grows, so do shoppers' expectations....

From Farm to Kickoff: How the Food Supply Chain Fuels Super Bowl Sunday

The Super Bowl isn’t just a championship game, it’s also one of the biggest food events of the year. Whether it’s wings, pizza or chips, the food industry supply chain plays a critical role in.....

Reflecting on a Decade of Boardroom: A Journey Through Transformation

Throughout the past decade, Boardroom has become more than just a collection of articles — it's a testament to resilience, adaptability and leadership during some of the most transformative years our industry has ever ...

Facing a Daunting Data Dilemma? You’re Not Alone

FMI partnered with Accenture to address the challenges facing the food industry in leveraging an exponentially growing volume of data to enhance trading partner relationships and omnichannel consumer experiences....

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions: Lessons from the Longshoreman Strike

Supply chain disruptions are a reality of today’s interconnected grocery industry. From natural disasters to geopolitical events, the ripple effects can challenge even the most resilient operations....

Embracing the Future: FMI's Technology Initiatives for Q1 2025

At the doorstep of 2025, the scale of FMI's technology projects is truly remarkable, reflecting how technology continues to reshape grocery retail. Key initiatives for Q1 2025 focus on critical industry shifts and ...

Shaping the Future of Food Retail: The Tech Innovations Taking the FMItech Stage at Midwinter

Together with our partners, technology leaders and innovators, we'll tackle the most pressing topics shaping the future of food retail at our upcoming FMItech program during FMI ...

Cars and Grocery Shelves: More Technology Than Meets the Eye

Cars aren’t the only products that have received a technology upgrade. You might not know it, but more and more grocery store shelves are high-...

Meet the Judges Ready to Guide You at the FMItech Pitch Competition!

The FMItech Pitch Competition is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to gain visibility, secure strategic feedback and potentially take your startup to the next level. Don't let this opportunity pass you ...

Grocery Stores: An Evolving Destination for Every Generation

I’m aware of the perception that the older you are, the less likely you are to embrace technology. I personally don’t conform to that belief and would argue that it’s a dated ...

Cybersecurity: A Shifting Mosaic

We are in an era where planning and recognizing potential threats is crucial. As technology advances, the possibilities for your business are endless, but so are the potential risks....

Data Analytics and AI Trends in The Food Industry

Let’s look at how the food industry is advancing in technology—specifically data analytics and AI—to improve the food industry and, ultimately, the grocery shopping ...

Combating Fraud in the Food Industry

Fraudsters are constantly seeking ways to exploit vulnerabilities in the food supply chain. Food businesses can build a strong defense against these threats, protecting their bottom line and ...

Embracing Technology in Grocery Retail

The Food Retailing Industry Speaks and the FMItech Directory provide a gateway to staying ahead of technological trends that are crucial in the grocery retail industry. ...