The last few years have forced grocery stores to adapt to a multitude of constant challenges, and 2022 wasn\u2019t any different. Let\u2019s take a look back at some trends that gained popularity over the last year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Labor Shortages Turned People to Checkout Alternatives<\/strong> Supply Chain Issues Turned the Focus to Inventory Planning and Demand Forecasting <\/strong> Get all the latest insights and updates in retail technology.<\/p>\t<\/div>\n\n\t
One of the most significant disruptions this year was the difficulties many retailers faced maintaining employees. Between high-turnover rates and an insufficient stream of applicants, staffing shortages hit stores nationwide. In response, many stores experienced an influx of shoppers using self-checkout over traditional tills. Researchers estimate<\/a> that nearly 40% of transactions at grocery stores now take place through self-checkout terminals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
With shortages on the shelves becoming a prominent issue over the last few years, grocers focused their efforts on becoming proactive vs reactive. Many began investing<\/a> in technology to help combat the issue, including tech that enhances their inventory management and ability to forecast customer demand. In fact, grocers cited inventory management as the top tech they plan on investing in over the next 24 months. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSubscribe to Ravyx<\/h3>\t\t