Grocery stores are an essential service, but they’re not immune to the changing whims of consumers and the desire for convenient options and dynamic shopping experiences. The razor-thin margins they operate under can cause challenges to VARs hoping to pitch new technology, but Epson’s David Vander Dussen is back on the pod to emphasize the opportunities. Why are midsize & regional chains still seeing growth? How have grocers changed their offerings and workflow? Why is the demand for dynamic color labeling higher than ever? It’s the episode where we learn why Dean is banned from grocery shopping.

#VARValue - For VARs that work primarily with SMB grocer chains or local independents, what’s the pitch to implement tech like color labeling?

References: 

Why Grocery Chains are Outperforming Expectations Amid Inflation

FMI study: Private brands not just about price

How to Ramp Up Online Grocery—without Breaking the Bank

The State of Grocery in North America

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