Company unveils special Community Carts campaign and extension of discounted Instacart+

New format will cater to businesses owners, particularly at the small and local level

The platform for independent grocers will be the first of its kind

Four new technologies are designed to boost efficiencies and revenues

Grocery chain starts a relationship with DoorDash

The retailer plans to take its online order fulfillment services in-house

Retailer seeks to capitalize on the popularity of this burgeoning channel

The operator seeks to enhance efficiencies and earnings for its shopper workforce

Grocer will donate $10 to local food banks for every online order placed on Random Acts of Kindness Day, Feb. 17

Activity was hindered by a big decline in ship-to-home action