Rising commodity costs as well as growing transportation and packaging costs are driving price increases in the grocery sector. Experts from Acosta discuss which segments are most affected and what steps retailers and manufacturers should take.

Shifting shopper habits and the evolution of omnichannel are changing the grocery retail landscape, and investing in shelf management can help retailers maximize sales.

Higher prices and changing shopper behavior will make waves in the grocery industry in the coming year, according to predictions from Acosta.

The Health and Beauty Care (HBC) category represents a major opportunity for grocery retailers to increase the amount shoppers spend on each trip, according to a study completed by Acosta and the Food Marketing Institute.

National brands account for the vast majority of revenue growth, and shoppers believe name brands offer higher quality across categories, according to Acosta’s Why Brands Matter report.

The grocery retail channel is up against rising competition, but smart strategies around General Merchandise and Health and Beauty Care can help win shoppers.

Acosta SVP Brian Christensen discusses what’s driving growth in e-commerce, how personalized offers can encourage impulse buys and how brands and retailers can utilize e-commerce as both a sales and marketing channel.

E-commerce and click-and-collect are changing the grocery and consumer packaged goods landscape, but offering a good experience and ensuring the store works for the consumer is still paramount, said President and CEO of Acosta Steve Matthesen.

Growing consumer demand for natural and organic products is creating opportunities for retailers to attract millennials and families.