Crunchtime launches unified kitchen operations management suite
Crunchtime released a connected operations management suite on September 16, 2026, integrating kitchen, inventory, and labor data on a single screen with AI-driven analysis.
Retail Industry News — Friday, October 30, 2026
Friday, October 30, 2026
Instacart opens in-store cart advertising to all brand partners
Instacart has enabled all 7,000+ brand partners to run unified campaigns across its marketplace and in-store Caper Carts, which are deployed in over 60 US cities.
Yale dining halls use AI to cut food waste
Yale University implemented an AI system with cameras and smart scales in its 14 residential dining halls to track and reduce food waste.
Zalando deploys AI robots for returns at CEVA sites
Zalando and CEVA Logistics have launched AI-powered robotic systems at facilities in Germany and Poland to process returned fashion items without per-SKU training.
Albertsons Media Collective launches off-site cart add capability
Albertsons Media Collective introduced an 'Add-It' feature on December 15, 2025, allowing shoppers to add products and offers from off-site display ads directly to their digital cart.
AI agents drive 17% of holiday retail orders
Salesforce data indicates that AI and agents influenced 17% of holiday orders, totaling approximately $13.5 billion, during the Thanksgiving weekend.