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Study Finds Retailers Look Past Economic Woes, Continue Customer-centric Strategies
<P>As economic news remains uncertain at best, retailers are sticking to strategies that focus on customer service in their stores. A new report from RSR Research finds that better performing retailers are not letting economic fears deter them from focusing on improving the in-store customer experience, turning especially to investments in tools to help employees provide more information to customers as they shop in stores. (PRWeb May 6, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/store/technology/prweb913804.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/store/technology/prweb913804.htm</a></P> Shopko Stores to Sell 28 Surplus Properties at Auction
<P>Higgenbotham Auctioneers International Ltd., Inc. ("HAI"), announced today that Shopko Stores Operating Co., LLC (Shopko) has retained HAI to offer at auction 28 surplus properties situated adjacent to operating Shopko stores. These out parcels range in size from .43± to 9.36± acres and will be sold on location in Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska and Wisconsin. (PRWeb May 6, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb918834.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb918834.htm</a></P> New Organic Coffees and Market Data Announced at Union Square Cafe in NYC May 13
<P>Organic coffees will be sampled and organic coffee market data announced at New York City's popular Union Square Cafe Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at an event hosted by the Organic Coffee Collaboration, a project of the Organic Trade Association. Participants in the Collaboration are Dallis Coffee, Elan Organic Coffees, Equal Exchange, Fresh Harvest Products, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, and Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Company. (PRWeb May 5, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb913104.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb913104.htm</a></P> Supply Chain, Logistics and Transport: UPS-Supply Chain Solutions Opts for CarrierNetOnline Web Service
<P>UPS Supply Chain Solutions (www.ups-scs.co.uk) is the latest 3PL to sign up for the CarrierNetOnline (CNO), Software as a Service solution (SaaS), logistics management service. The solution will initially be deployed in the UK UPS-SCS division to manage primary distribution operations to retail clients. (PRWeb May 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb912144.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb912144.htm</a></P> Logistics and Transport: DPS International Strengthens Sales Team
<P>DPS -International (www.dps-int.com), providers of the leading routing and scheduling software solutions LogiX (for in house application) and logixcentral (a web based Software as a Service application) have appointed Grenville Benton as UK Commercial Executive. Mr Benton joins DPS from GGP Systems Ltd, Croydon. He has a strong new business management background, working in both the UK and US, providing consultancy and business solutions to many UK corporate organisations and the public sector. (PRWeb May 4, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb912174.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb912174.htm</a></P> RPh on the Go Expanding Partnerships at FMI 2008 Supermarket Pharmacy Conference
<P>RPh on the Go will be a valuable asset to attendees from grocery store chains that continue to deal with the fallout from the ongoing pharmacy shortage, showcasing more than 28 years experience in the pharmacy staffing business and are experts in finding pharmacists that don't just fill vacancies, but fill the needs of the client pharmacies they work at. (PRWeb May 3, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb910544.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb910544.htm</a></P> First Saké to Carry USDA Seal Set to Release in June
<P>Momokawa Organic Nigori and Ginjo (Junmai) will flow off the bottling line at the end of May to take its place as the first saké to carry the USDA organic seal of approval. While a few other saké make organic claims, the Momokawa saké will be the first in the world to carry USDA organic certification proudly on the front label. (PRWeb May 2, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb910714.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb910714.htm</a></P> 1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) Launches Program to Recycle Used Computer Equipment and Invites Local Communities to Participate in Drive
<P>Following Earth Day, the environment remains on the forefront of many people's minds. However, often overlooked is the importance of properly disposing old computer equipment and other electronic components. (PRWeb May 2, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/flowers/equipment/prweb912124.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/flowers/equipment/prweb912124.htm</a></P> CrepiniCafe.com Announces NASFT membership, Exhibits at NYC Summer Fancy Food Show; Releases QTR1 2008 Marketing News and New Green Program
<P>CrepiniCafe.com received prestigious NASFT Membership and will debut its line of all natural fresh frozen gourmet crepes at the Summer Fancy Food Show. During QTR1 2008 Crepinicafe.com launched an Affiliate Program, and began using a Green Production facility. (PRWeb May 2, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb906944.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb906944.htm</a></P> Award Winning Taste of Crete PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil Makes the "A" List at Andronico's Markets with a Grand Debut During Celebration of Greek Orthodox Easter
<P>Taste of Crete Extra Virgin Olive Oil - a marquee award winning PDO oil - is now available in all Andronico's Markets. (PRWeb May 2, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb909024.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb909024.htm</a></P> Lifeclinic International to Highlight Health Station Benefits at Food Marketing Institute Supermarket Pharmacy Conference
<P>Featured at this year's conference will be Lifeclinic's continued commitment to provide state-of-the-art automated health testing technology to the general population and to encourage retail clients to utilize their blood pressure monitors and health testing stations for employee wellness. (PRWeb May 1, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb908794.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb908794.htm</a></P> nowHIRE Implements Applicant Tracking System for Global Medical Manufacturer
<P>Terumo Medical Corporation chooses nowHIRE ATS for configurability, ease of use, customer service and cost-effectiveness. (PRWeb May 1, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb908594.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb908594.htm</a></P> Drake Foodmarkets Exclusive Interview with Bean Media Group and Australia's Best Magazine
<P>Bean Media Group's interview with Drake Foodmarkets appeared in the award-winning magazine 'Australia's Best'. Drake's purchasing guru David Ronson discussed supply chain management strategies and how the company is so successful. (PRWeb May 1, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb905114.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb905114.htm</a></P> Designer Whey To Go Publix with America's #1 Selling Protein
<P>More than 900 Publix Stores to carry Designer Whey® Protein Products (PRWeb Apr 29, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/designerwhey/publix/prweb884964.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/designerwhey/publix/prweb884964.htm</a></P> New ERG-O-CART, Automatic-Lift Hand Cart Takes the Strain Out of Loading and Unloading Heavy Items
<P>Benko Products, Inc. introduces a new automatic-lift hand cart that eliminates the need to bend while lifting heavy boxes or other heavy items. The unit's unique lifting mechanism lowers and raises boxes automatically, allowing the user to handle each item at the same comfortable waist level each time. The unit requires no power. (PRWeb Apr 29, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb890454.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb890454.htm</a></P> World Soups Market to Reach 4.6 Million Metric Tons by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
<P>With growing preference for convenience foods across the globe, the market for soups is experiencing a steady rise, leading to introduction of several new variants. Convenience foods, such as frozen foods, ready-to-serve soups, seasonings, and noodles have fast established a significant position worldwide. Moreover, soups have transformed from a snack-food to an easy substitute for a three-course meal. (PRWeb Apr 29, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/soups_canned/dehydrated_frozen/prweb901094.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/soups_canned/dehydrated_frozen/prweb901094.htm</a></P> Unified Grocers Implements MegaPath Retail Site SSL to Support Secure Remote Access for More Than 220 Locations: MegaPaths Managed VPN and Security Services Enable Retail Grocersto Meet Strict PCI Compliance Requirements
<P>MegaPath Inc., the leading provider of managed IP data, voice and security services in North America, today announced that Unified Grocers, the largest wholesale grocery distributor in the Western United States, has purchased MegaPath's Retail Site SSL and Managed Security services. MegaPath Retail Site SSL allows approximately 220 independent retail grocery stores (members and customers of Unified Grocers) to easily and securely access their in-store systems. MegaPath's Managed Security service also ensures that the stores' applications and business critical data are protected at all times. Unified plans to add another 105 supported sites as it integrates locations from its fall 2007 acquisition of Seattle-based Associated Grocers. (PRWeb Apr 29, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/megapath/retail/prweb901614.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/megapath/retail/prweb901614.htm</a></P> Market Basket Stores Help Customers Go Green This Spring With New Line of Eco-Friendly Disposable Tableware From StalkMarket
<P>Earth-friendly StalkMarket disposable plates and bowls are now available in all 59 Market Basket stores throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Perfect choice for picnics and barbecues. (PRWeb Apr 28, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/earth-friendly/green/prweb894194.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/earth-friendly/green/prweb894194.htm</a></P> LinkConnector Welcomes Top 500 Online Retailer, Peapod, and Produces A Fruitful New Affiliate Marketing Program
<P>The launch of the new Peapod Program in the LinkConnector Affiliate Marketing Network gives affiliates something to bite into. (PRWeb Apr 25, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb888384.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb888384.htm</a></P> Organic Coffee Shows its Roots at Sustainability-Focused SCAA Conference
<P>The rapidly growing organic coffee market will be the focus of at least seven seminars at the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) Annual Conference in Minneapolis, MN, May 2-5, 2008. Speakers from Elan Organic Coffee and Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, among others, will discuss the organic coffee market and the technical aspects of organic production, certification, and marketing. Approximately 65 million pounds of organic coffee were imported into the United States in 2006 with a retail value of approximately $617 million. The organic coffee sector represented 2.3 percent of the total U.S. green coffee imports in 2006. (PRWeb Apr 24, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/organic/coffee/prweb889034.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/organic/coffee/prweb889034.htm</a></P> In Honor of Earth Day, Ohana Companies Partners with the Go Green Initiative for 100 Percent Paperless Rebates to Ensure that Everybody Wins, Including the Earth
<P>Ohana, the pioneering company that is transforming the rebate industry with their new business model where "Everybody Wins," recently announced a partnership with the Go Green Initiative to make consumers, retailers and manufacturers aware of 100 percent paperless rebates. Ohana now offers their clients the "Go Green Sweepstakes," enabling shoppers to submit their rebates online for a chance to win hybrid cars and other eco-friendly prizes. A percentage of each transaction cost will be donated by Ohana and their customers to the Go Green Initiative. (PRWeb Apr 23, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb884144.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb884144.htm</a></P> Third Brigade Deep Security Product is First to Pass NSS Labs’ PCI Suitability testing for Host Intrusion Prevention Systems (HIPS)
<P>Deep Security supports 57 of 58 relevant PCI DSS requirements. (PRWeb Apr 23, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb885414.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb885414.htm</a></P> Organic Coffee Revs up All Things Organic Conference and Trade Show in Chicago
<P>With sales of organic coffee soaring, Equal Exchange will keep attendees buzzing at the upcoming All Things Organic™ Conference and Trade Show in Chicago April 27-29, 2008. In addition, Fresh Harvest Products' Wings of Nature™ coffee will be served at the OTA Welcome Party Sunday, April 27.The two companies are participants in the Organic Coffee Collaboration, a project of the Organic Trade Association along with Dallis Coffee, Elan Organic Coffees, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, and Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Company. Save the Date: The media is invited to sample Collaboration participants' organic coffee and get the most recent market data May 13 from 8:30-10 a.m. at the Zagat-heralded Union Square Cafe in New York City. (PRWeb Apr 23, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb885184.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb885184.htm</a></P> Microwavable Foods Market to Reach $75.4 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
<P>The era of convenience throws the spotlight on "Microwavable Foods", infusing dynamism into the future growth of this market segment of the food industry. Demand for microwavable foods continues its upward climb, fuelled by convenience, ease of preparation and most importantly elevation of time constraints. Demographic statistics reveal that the main driving force spurring healthy demand for microwavable foods lies in changing life styles and buying behavior of consumers. (PRWeb Apr 23, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/foods_frozen_chilled/microwavable/prweb885724.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/foods_frozen_chilled/microwavable/prweb885724.htm</a></P> Lifeclinic International to Discuss the Benefits of Their Health Testing Stations for Maintaining Employee Wellness in Retail Environments at NACDS 2008 Annual Meeting
<P>Featured at this year's conference will be Lifeclinic's imitative to encourage retail clients to utilize their blood pressure monitors and health testing stations for employee wellness. (PRWeb Apr 23, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb886574.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb886574.htm</a></P> Datalogic Scanning Announces New QuickScan L Affordable Handheld Laser Scanners
<P>QuickScan L Bar Code Scanners are Designed to be Ergonomic and Durable (PRWeb Apr 22, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Bar_Code_Scanner/Laser_Scanning/prweb880274.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Bar_Code_Scanner/Laser_Scanning/prweb880274.htm</a></P> Wakefern Again Selects Datalogic Scanning’s Magellan® Scanner/Scales for Supermarket Conversions
<P>Wakefern Food Corporation, the technology support, merchandising and distribution arm for ShopRite and PriceRite supermarkets, has again selected Datalogic Scanning’s Magellan® bi-optic scanners for its store point-of-sale (POS) upgrades in the northeast region of the United States. (PRWeb Apr 21, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Datalogic/Wakefern/prweb872354.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Datalogic/Wakefern/prweb872354.htm</a></P> Shiner Enters the Light Beer Market
<P>The Spoetzl Brewery, the country's fourth largest craft brewer, has announced the introduction of the newest member of the storied Shiner family of beers, Spezial Leicht, a 99-calorie summer seasonal beer. (PRWeb Apr 20, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb873924.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/04/prweb873924.htm</a></P> Business Experts Provide Analysis of Recent Retail Bankruptcies
<P>Creditntell's weekly newsletter, Retail News & Views, featured an editorial this past Tuesday entitled ''The Booming Business of Bankruptcy'' that draws a strong correlation between the fallout of the 80's LBO's to today's highly leveraged retailers facing higher administrative costs, rising energy expenses, declining sales and increasing interest rates. (PRWeb Apr 18, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/Retail/Bankruptcy/prweb867614.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/Retail/Bankruptcy/prweb867614.htm</a></P> Beverage Pouch Group Announces ShotPak Now Available in 1000 Stores: ... Also Available In England For Summer
<P>ShotPak, Inc. (Pink Sheets:SHTP) today announces at the monthly meeting of interested shareholders, Charles Murray, Chairman/CEO of the Beverage Pouch Group was extremely upbeat as he stated, "More than half of 2007 sales were made in the fourth quarter. We have also maintained that same pace in the first quarter, but with a much broader retail store base. Now ShotPak products are available at over 400 stores in Southern California, 50 stores in Arizona and after tomorrow will be about 600 stores in Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee and Kentucky. This is the first 1,000 of our 2,500 stores that are planned for 2008. We also sold our second export container for the English market." (PRWeb Apr 17, 2008)</P><P>Read the full story at <a href="http://www.prweb.com/releases/beverage/shotpak/prweb869684.htm">http://www.prweb.com/releases/beverage/shotpak/prweb869684.htm</a></P>
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