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Industry: Food & Beverage

Take a look at our blog posts, guides and advice topics on retail management for the food and beverage industry. Explore case studies and find tactics used by businesses that operate in the food and drinks sector to help improve sales of these Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) items. This is a highly competitive area and often the companies who operate in this sector have to ensure that the technology they use is cutting edge. Explore all the latest industry trends and news from the Food & Beverage industry from retail to manufacturing.

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From Gut Feel to Data-Driven: How Shelf Intelligence is Reshaping Retail Execution
For years, retail execution lived in a world of gut instinct, legacy experience, and best guesses. Field sales and brand managers often relied on what they thought was happening ...
Retail execution is no longer about guesswork. With advances in image recognition and shelf intelligence, CPG teams can now see exactly what’s happening in-store—SKU by SKU, shelf by shelf. Real-time data empowers field reps to act with precision and sales teams to drive smarter strategies. The brands leading the pack are the ones using this data not just to react, but to gain a competitive edge.
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Why Data Quality Still Matters: Garbage In, Garbage Out, in the Age of IR
Image Recognition (IR) has rightly earned its place in the CPG industries toolkit. It’s fast, scalable, and delivers shelf data in near real-time. But here’s the uncomfortable ...
Image Recognition (IR) has transformed how CPG brands capture in-store insights—but even the smartest tech is only as good as the data behind it. In this blog, Fraser Neil, VP of Sales CPG at Trax, explains why poor data quality still quietly sabotages performance, erodes trust with field teams, and prevents AI from delivering on its promise. Clean, consistent reference data isn’t a bonus—it’s the fuel that powers your entire IR engine.
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The Cold Truth: Why Dairy Brands Need Smarter Merchandising 
The dairy category is one of the most high-stakes aisles in the store. Space is limited, demand is high, expiration dates are non-negotiable, and the pressure to stay in stock is c...
In a rapidly evolving market, dairy brands face the challenge of standing out amidst fierce competition. Traditional merchandising strategies are no longer enough to capture the attention of savvy consumers. This article delves into the cold truth about the dairy industry and explores innovative merchandising techniques that can elevate brand visibility and drive sales. Discover how leveraging data-driven insights, creative packaging, and engaging in-store experiences can transform the way consumers perceive dairy products. Join us as we uncover the secrets to smarter merchandising that can help dairy brands thrive in today’s dynamic marketplace.
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Merchandiser points Trax app at retail shelf
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3 Ways Dynamic Merchandising is Setting Brands Apart 
AI-powered merchandising is the key to driving sales, staying agile, and deepening customer loyalty. Without customers, you lack sales, but more importantly, you lack a future for ...
AI-powered merchandising is the key to driving sales, staying agile, and deepening customer loyalty.
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Man staring at question marks and clear shelf
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7 Myths About Image Recognition in CPG – Debunked 
Image Recognition (IR) has rapidly become one of the most transformative technologies for Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) companies, retailers and the teams executing the plans live ...
Think image recognition is just about snapping shelf photos? Think again. From real-time KPIs to executional excellence in the most fragmented retail environments, IR is transforming how CPGs win at the shelf. We’re busting the 7 biggest myths holding brands back—and showing why IR is no longer a nice-to-have, but a must-have.
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Analyzing Summer 2025 Buying Habit Shifts
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Analyzing Summer 2025 Buying Habit Shifts
As we are hot (literally) in the summer months, inflation and tariffs are reshaping consumer spending in visible ways. At a recent poll, we gathered responses from over 7,000 US co...
As temperatures rise, so do economic pressures—and American consumers are feeling the heat. In our latest survey of over 7,000 U.S. shoppers, 58% report being impacted by inflation, with nearly half adjusting their spending habits. From trading down to store brands to scaling back summer travel and entertainment, the 2025 season is defined by value-driven decisions. This article explores how inflation and tariffs are reshaping essential spending, summer activities, and travel behavior—and what brands and retailers must do to stay relevant in a price-sensitive market.
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