Spanning 775,000 square feet, the facility will be one of the largest of its kind in North America, according to the company.

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The York, UK-based firm was founded by tech entrepreneur Jane Tyler in 1998, originally as RedBlack Software.

Jesse Himango said he loves produce departments because they still center on “touch, feel and impulse.”

Upshop’s Fresh SaaS software can help retailers simplify and streamline inventory management and overall workflow across the fresh perimeter.

Joyful Ventures already has invested in two startups: Orbillion Bio and New School Foods.

After years of experimenting with co-manufacturers, brands have embraced this model of food production following historic global supply chain failures.

Wegmans is the latest retailer to trial Shop-E, an instore shopping aid that not only makes shopping more convenient but helps retailers save on labor.

The labeling of products sold in grocery fresh departments is constantly evolving, driven by factors including changing consumer preferences, health and safety concerns and government regulations.

 
"Video commerce is all about breaking down the traditional barriers between in-store and online customer experiences, and we are always exploring new, creative ways to cultivate that holistic experience," said Jason Holland, president of Firework.