The One And Only Groceryshop Must-See Tech Preview

In this Omni Talk exclusive, hosts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga present their second annual Groceryshop Must-See Tech Preview, featuring six innovative companies that are transforming the future of grocery retail through cutting-edge technology solutions.

The episode takes an outside-in approach, starting with companies revolutionizing the e-commerce grocery space before diving into store operations and supplier negotiations. Each featured company addresses critical challenges facing grocers today, from pricing transparency and delivery optimization to inventory management and customer experience enhancement.

Key Moments:

[1:02] – Introduction to Grocery Dealz and its price comparison platform for groceries
[4:34] – How Grocery Dealz works with third-party data companies to provide real-time pricing
[8:15] – Micheal Waldroup’s vision for expanding nationally and partnering with major retailers
[11:18] – Buncha CEO Bharat Pulgam shares the origin story of his delivery platform
[14:05] – Buncha’s white label model for retailers and W2 driver network
[18:02] – How Buncha competes with Amazon’s grocery delivery expansion
[23:58] – Fintech VP Russ Fant explains scan-based trading benefits for grocers
[29:04] – Evolution of scan-based trading from DSD to warehouse applications
[37:26] – Gain CEO Michael Gabay introduces AI employees for procurement
[42:38] – How AI employees handle category management and buying
[48:39] – Constructor CEO Eli Finkelshteyn discusses AI-powered search and discovery
[55:27] – Constructor’s proof schedule approach and clickstream data utilization
[1:01:22] – Jukee’s Nicole Scandaliato demonstrates AI-generated in-store audio advertising
[1:06:17] – Real-world results showing 27% sales uplift from targeted audio campaigns

This comprehensive preview showcases how technology is addressing fundamental grocery challenges while creating new opportunities for revenue generation and operational efficiency. From AI-powered negotiations to real-time audio advertising, these companies represent the cutting edge of retail innovation.

Tune in now on the platform of your choice below:

Apple Podcasts | Spotify | SoundCloud | Amazon Music

Be careful out there,

– Chris, Anne, and the Omni Talk team

P.S. To see our full lineup of past Ask An Expert conversations, head here.

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