January / February 2012

Stocking up is less popular than it was a few years ago, as many consumers have focused on spreading out their spending over time. To that end, shoppers are making more frequent quick trips and purchasing fewer items at a time, according to data from SymphonyIRI Group.

After 14 consecutive quarters of declining same-store sales at its major banners, Eden Prairie, Minn.-based Supervalu is renewing its focus on supply-chain services to independents, which have been fundamental to the company's historical success.

Diversity recruitment is the most popular type of diversity program currently offered by retailers responding to a recent survey conducted by Retail Leader, followed by in-company diversity networking groups, alternative avenues for recruiting minority candidates and financial incentives to in

The company's statement of values encourages employees to "value people, delight customers, embrace change, do the right thing, do things right, and (display) passion for winning."

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