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Operations

Automated solutions gain foothold in beverage storage

SKU proliferation, shrinking workforce contribute to storage innovations

January 25, 2021

For beverage warehouse operations, a library of consumer trends are making operators view automation as the go-to solution in storage and retrieval.

Channel Strategies

Omnichannel adoption propels supermarket channel

On-site, digital shopping options help supermarkets thrive

December 29, 2020

As pandemic conditions prompt many consumers to grocery shop from home, supermarkets have adopted omnichannel platforms to maintain sales. As a result, major players are directing capital expenditures to solutions that drive future growth for the channel.

Southern Glazer’s eCommerce platform reaches 28 US markets

Proof allows customers to track delivery, browse holiday trends

December 7, 2020

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, Miami and Dallas, announced its B2B eCommerce platform, Proof, is now available in 28 U.S. markets for trade customers looking for a safe and easy way to place their holiday wine and spirits orders.

Drizly study suggests bullish outlook for holiday sales

Continued growth expected for Mexican spirits

December 4, 2020

A Drizly study found nearly half of retailers predicting significantly higher sales this holiday season. Additionally, 78 percent of respondents reported higher online sales since March, and Mezcal is projected to leapfrog the likes of Irish and Japanese whiskies in expectations for growth next year.

Channel Strategies

Pandemic conditions boost eCommerce, beverage sales

Beverage category, alcohol sales thrive in 2020

Sarah Graybill

November 24, 2020

Already on the rise, eCommerce purchasing is proliferating during the pandemic. The beverage market has pulled ahead as an emerging leader as alcohol brands embrace online platfoms.

2020 Craft Beer Report:Craft beer focus shifts during COVID-19

Craft beer volume down 8%

Barbara Harfmann

November 18, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the independent craft beer market is seeing product volume declines of around 8 percent. Yet, craft brewers have been able to invest in new platforms and modes of selling. Those utilizing eCommerce and offering enhanced to-go offerings and food are reinventing themselves to drive growth.

Encompass, Orchestra acquire Handoff app

Alcohol delivery startup taps into direct-to-consumer market

November 11, 2020

Newly combined technology providers, Encompass Technologies + Orchestra Software announced that they have acquired Denver-based alcohol delivery startup Handoff. This acquisition furthers the company’s mission to digitally connect all tiers of the beverage industry, from first ingredients to last sip.

Warehouse

Software solutions drive accuracy, efficiency within beverage warehouses

eCommerce trends place greater demand of warehouse software

Jessica Jacobsen

October 29, 2020

As beverage warehouses balance SKU proliferation and omnichannel shopping patterns, facility managers are turning to software solutions to ensure that accuracy and efficiency needs are met.

Channel Strategies

Mass merchandisers capitalize on ease, convenience

Strategic product placement, eCommerce complements are driving sales

Sarah Graybill

October 29, 2020

As eCommerce shopping rates are on the rise, experts note that mass merchandisers that capitalize on strategic product placement, variety, and ease of locating and purchasing product will come out on top.