It can be really frustrating when you bring home your groceries only to realize that your canned corn is past the expiration date. Or worse yet, your milk or orange juice. But if you got sick from...
Category: Operations
Do Supermarkets Have Backup Generators? (Yes, but not for . . . )
When bad storms come through, the power will inevitably go out. So what do supermarkets do when the power goes out? Do supermarkets have backup generators? Having worked for 2 decades in that...
If you’ve ever considered owning a grocery store, work in one, or are just curious, you may have wondered how do grocery stores make money? After more than 2 decades in that industry, here's...
Can Instacart Deliver Alcohol? (Yes, but not in every state)
Nothing quite beats the convenience of having a delivery service like Instacart bring you your groceries right to your doorstep. But what about alcohol? Can Instacart deliver alcohol? I decided to...
Grocery store departments and aisles are organized to make it easier for shoppers to find what they need. While some chains have some unique aspects or categories, most grocery stores have similar...
Why Don’t Grocery Stores Sell Liquor? (& which states allow it)
If you enjoy a good cocktail but find it inconvenient to buy liquor at a liquor store, you may wonder why don't grocery stores sell liquor? I decided to investigate and here’s what I...
