Relief for Grocers in a Labor Crunch

Even prior to today’s labor struggle, grocers were operating at a net 1-3% margin. Rising labor costs have eaten into these already thin margins, yet retailers know that their labor force is a key enabler of the customer experience that builds loyalty. During this national labor shortage, retailers are asking a critical question: Can we retain these valuable employees and still operate profitably?

This eBook highlights three ways intelligent order automation is easing labor burdens in retail grocery, amplifying the impact of a lean workforce, and giving store employees more time to assist shoppers.

“Orders are due by 10 am, so the first thing I do when I arrive is to look at the case and write the order. It’s really stressful since I can have huge sales one week and a lot of shrink the next. This program is a relief.”

Store Employee | National Grocer

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Shelf Engine intelligent forecasting uses your store’s daily sales data, along with real-world considerations like local events, holidays, and weather, to generate perfect orders for every product, every day.

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Relief for Grocers in a Labor Crunch

“Orders are due by 10 am, so the first thing I do when I arrive is to look at the case and write the order. It’s really stressful since I can have huge sales one week and a lot of shrink the next. This program is a relief.”

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