People can order food online in a variety of ways. They can order fresh meat from a farm or meal kits from a services. Ordering online is a new way for people to eat but it is quickly changing the food industry. More and more people are looking for options that allow them to order food online.
Previous articles about online food ordering
Small market enhances online order with Mercatus
Small grocery chain Kowalski’s Markets is looking to improve the online ordering experience through a collaboration with Mercatus. Based in Minnesota, Kowalski’s Markets has 11 locations. It is known for offering a compelling store experience and a full assortment of...
Data shows customer ordering has moved online
A new report from Paytronix demonstrates consumers' permanent buying pattern shifts in the restaurant and convenience store industries over the last two years. The underlying conclusion — technology will play an ever-increasing role. Called the "The Order &...
Lawsuit filed against Google over alleged online ordering practices
A group of law firms has filed a lawsuit over deceptive online ordering practices within the restaurant industry. They claim that Google has interfered with the restaurant industry's relationship with its customers by providing online ordering without permission. The...
Shipt adds 7-11, Walgreens to marketplace
Walgreens and 7-Eleven have joined the Shipt delivery network. “We’re thrilled to welcome 7-Eleven and Walgreens to our dynamic marketplace of retailers,” Shipt Chief Business Officer Rina Hurst said. “Located on corners of nearly every major market in America, these...
Food bank organization offers online ordering, delivery
Food relief agency Feeding America has started an online ordering system. Called OrderAhead, the project allows needy people to place an order through a food bank and have food delivered to schools, drive-thru distributions, libraries and in some cases their homes....
Military to offer online ordering/pickup at commissaries
By the end of the year, the U.S. military will offer online ordering and curbside pickup at all commissaries located inside the country. The military has been testing the service and is ready to begin providing it at all U.S. locations. The military expects to offer...
Market Wagon masters the logistics of farm to door
Market Wagon CEO Nick Carter wants to democratize the food supply and create an online community between buyers and farmers. The company delivers food directly to the consumers from the farm. A customer places an order, and Market Wagon informs the farm of the order....
Target to offer alcohol delivery
Target has entered the word of the online ordering and delivery of alcohol. The store will soon allow customers at 1,200 stores to order alcohol online and do curbside pickup. At 600 locations, customers can get same-day delivery through Shipt. The customer must show...
Square providing DTC alcohol delivery
Square is offering restaurants, bars, breweries, bottle shops and convenience stores the opportunity to do alcohol delivery. “We’re excited to offer a new way for restaurants, retailers, and alcohol sellers to get the most out of their current inventory,” said David...