In our fast-paced world, it’s often more convenient to go to a local sub shop or restaurant instead of planning a sit-down meal at home or packing a lunch. According to a recent Zagat poll, respondents said they eat out an average of 4.5 times per week at the 600,000 restaurants in the United States.

Written by SmartSense | October 24, 2017 | Food Safety

Tech innovation is impacting everything today, and it’s an exciting time for convenience stores. From kiosks and micromarkets to “limited selection” and “hyper” formats, non-traditional C-Stores are the fastest growing segment in the market. These new arrangements offer consumers and vendors a host of benefits.

Written by SmartSense | October 18, 2017 | Food Safety

Micromarkets are a nationwide phenomenon that is reinventing our conventional models of convenience in the foodservice industry. While not radically different from previous vending models, micromarkets promise consumers more access to fresh food and beverages in workplaces and living environments, typically with limited vending options.

Written by SmartSense | October 3, 2017 | Food Safety

In our previous post about home delivery, we looked at some of the reasons for the growth of home delivery service and the common food safety challenges associated with it.

Written by SmartSense | September 20, 2017 | Food Safety

From voluntary standards such as ISO 22000 to mandatory regulations such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), there’s no escaping food safety laws and guidelines. At the same time, today’s demanding consumer wants proof that the foods they purchase are free of pathogens. Therefore, transparency and traceability are a must for the food industry.

Written by SmartSense | September 5, 2017 | Food Safety

As you’ve probably been reading in the headlines, home delivery is one of the hottest trends in the food services industry. Online shopping and delivery services such as Stop & Shop’s Peapod and AmazonFresh, report increasing numbers of customers every quarter. Innovative home meal kit companies like Blue Apron and HelloFresh, are taking off.

Written by SmartSense | August 29, 2017 | Food Safety