Top 10 Gallery: The Disruptors of 2019

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10. Plated CEO Josh Hix steps down

Albertsons Cos. names executive to oversee meal kit business.

9. Ahold Delhaize closes out fiscal 2018 with sales gains

Global food retailer reports ‘good momentum’ in U.S. sales.

8. Giant has big plans for its stores

Giant Food

Gallery: Giant Food of Landover, Md., has kicked off a $175 million program to upgrade its stores.

7. Is Amazon the Sears of a new generation?

Viewpoint: The question becomes literal as the company explores converting Sears locations into Whole Foods Markets

6. Amazon tests autonomous vehicle for deliveries

Developed in-house, ‘Amazon Scout’ makes debut in Washington state.

5. Walmart boosts its truck driver ranks

Hiring stepped up as retailer acts to address industrywide driver shortage.

4. Fry’s leads field in grocery customer loyalty

Seven Kroger Co. banners make InMarket’s top 25 list in return trips.

3. New Seasons Market appoints CEO

Specialty grocer reorganizes executive leadership.

2. Retailers face delivery disconnect

Shipt

High last-mile costs at odds with high demand for free shipping.

1. Disruptors 2019: 11 people, trends and events impacting food retail

Gallery: Here are the trends, innovations, people and companies that will have the most impact on grocery retail this year.

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