Bringoz Industry Weekly 5/11

ood and beverage fleets are going green. Walmart has opened its first Store of the Future concept in the U.S. Albertsons Companies Inc. is expanding its B2B eCommerce platform. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Private fleets operating in the food and beverage sector are demonstrating effective use cases for electric-powered trucks, electric transport refrigeration units and alternative fuels as they implement their sustainability initiatives. Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors has invested heavily in natural gas-powered trucks as part of its long-standing efforts to reduce carbon emissions. There are also low-cost options for fleets to reduce emissions such as limiting idling. Read more.

Walmart has opened its first Supercenter in four years, simultaneously unveiling its first Store of the Future concept in the U.S. The new store features redesigned layouts, expanded services, and new technology. QR codes provide access to digital tools. Additional features include expanded departments and product selections, increased capacity for online pickup and delivery including express delivery, and modern pharmacies. Read more.

​Albertsons Companies Inc. is expanding its B2B eCommerce platform across more than 2,000 grocery stores. The expanded offering marks a significant move by the grocer into the B2B procurement space, targeting small offices, schools, government agencies, and residential care programs with a full-service online ordering solution and same-day delivery. Albertsons’ B2B eCommerce push comes as more businesses seek streamlined, consumer-like procurement tools. Read more.

The landscape of car buying and ownership has evolved, with consumers becoming more tech-savvy, environmentally conscious, and flexibility-focused. From the way they research vehicles to the values that influence their final purchase, understanding the modern car buyer is crucial. Here’s a look at some ways customers are driving change across the automotive industry. Read more.

Once seen as a niche product for early adopters and environmentalists, electric vehicles have entered the mainstream, fueled by advances in technology, changing consumer expectations, and global policies targeting carbon emissions. From established automakers to startups, companies are building electric vehicles as they adapt to increasing customer demand. Here’s a look at how the rise of electric vehicles is transforming the automotive market. Read more.

Sustainability has become a paramount concern across industries, including the consumer packaged goods sector. As environmental consciousness grows, CPG companies are increasingly implementing new policies and digital solutions to reduce waste, lower emissions, and enhance sustainability throughout their businesses. Here’s a closer look at some sustainable business practices CPG brands are incorporating into their daily operations. Read more.