Tech Versus Networking
During conversations with management concerning attendance at industry trade shows, the question often comes up from management as to why it is necessary to attend… Read More
Don Harris
Benefits of Transparency
The Monday morning meeting is a well-established tradition in the retail industry. It combines anxiety and dread into a structured recap of the previous week’s… Read More
Evaluating Produce Labor Hours
Come every January, Monday morning meetings generally turn to the subject of executing the plans and merchandising strategy for the New Year. Occasionally, a brave… Read More
Post-PMA Observations: Interpretation Versus Reality
The weekly meeting following the PMA convention usually results in a question from upper management about what was seen at the show — especially any… Read More
Changes of Season
As summer fades into fall, discussions in the Monday morning staff meetings turned to the changing of the seasons and the need to change merchandising… Read More
Food Recovery Versus Food Waste
The subject of food waste is becoming a more important topic throughout the food industry — including produce. Retail management has long felt that the… Read More
Driving Dog-Days-Of-Summer Sales
As summer draws to a close, during the Monday morning retail meetings, Management seems resigned to the fact that the balance of the summer will… Read More
Don’t ‘Coast’ Through Summer Selling Season
This season offers many opportunities for additional promotional activity utilizing not only the abundance of produce but the opportunities to educate and to engage with… Read More
Retail Perspective: The Art of Produce
At this time of year, discussions in the boardroom turn to the upcoming summer season and how to best drive sales throughout the store —… Read More
A Skin in the Game
Occasionally, during the Monday morning meetings, the subject of supply and availability of product is brought to light. In these discussions, management always talks about… Read More