In the ever-evolving world of business, it's crucial to stay on top of current trends and forecasts and the February 2023 business trends showcase the latest developments in this space and examine what they mean for businesses of all sizes.
One notable example comes from Addies. The recent launch of Addie's as a drive-up grocer reflects the changing business trends in the grocery retail industry, particularly in response to the pandemic. The need for safer, more convenient shopping experiences has led to the rise of contactless options, and Addie's has responded to this trend by offering a unique shopping experience that is entirely devoted to pick-up orders.
This innovative concept store is adapting to the changing needs of consumers, who are seeking more efficient and contactless ways to purchase their groceries. By focusing on the pick-up-only model, Addie's is leading the way in the transformation of the grocery retail industry and setting a new standard for grocery shopping. This trend highlights the importance of businesses being nimble and responsive to changes in consumer behavior in order to remain competitive and relevant in a rapidly changing market.
Top 70 Business Trends in February
From eCommerce Fashion Sizing to Location-Based QSR Technology:
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Soundproof Microphone Masks
Metadox Debuted 'The PHASMA' Sound-Isolating Mask for Voice Calls
69
Panoramic Holographic Displays
The Holo-Panorama X Provides Full 3D Immersion Without a Headset
68
Hands-Free Footwear Stores
Kizik Announced the Debut of a First-of-Its-Kind Store at CES 2023
67
Crop-Scouting Robots
Meropy's Innovation Helps Monitor and Take Care of Crops
66
Luxury Resale Companies
Cudoni Recently Raised $9 Million from High-Profile Investors
65
Art Showroom Apartments
Maison Lune Presents an Alternative to Traditional Galleries
64
Romantic Chocolate Gift Guides
M&M's Launched its Annual Valentine's Day Gift Guide for 2023
63
Underwater Bicycling Parking Lots
Amsterdam Opens up a Large Underwater Lot at Centraal Station
62
Lifestyle-Conscious Meal Kits
Home Chef and Life Time Partnered on New Meal Solutions
61
Homely Office Spaces
Johan Sundberg Arkitektur Emphasizes Material Juxtaposition in This Design
60
AR-Enhanced Design Processes
Puma Improves Its Manufacturing Practices with ARsenal by CGTrader
59
Digital Growth Initiatives
KPMG Announced a Metaverse Program to Help Employees Grow
58
Red-Hued Store Interiors
Dan Brunn Designs Road to Awe's New Location in Manhattan
57
All-You-Can-Eat Tteokbokki Restaurants
Witch Topokki Boasts a Menu Full of Comfort Foods
56
Lunar Boutique Pop-Ups
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Bayview Village's Lunar Luxe Boutique Pop-Up
55
Next-Gen Digital Business Cards
The Keyport Digital ME Key is a Digital Business Card
54
Fixed-Rate Pizza Commitments
Pizza Pizza Keeps the $16.99 XL 4-Topping Pizza at a Fixed Price
53
Nature-Filled Open-World Games
Ubisoft is Working on Two New Titles in the Farcry Series
52
Sci-Fi-Inspired Shoe Stores
Rafael de Cárdenas Designs the New Nodaleto Shoe Store
51
Frozen Poutine Poppers
The Kroger Co's Poutine Poppers are a Great Ready-to-Bake Snack
50
Shoppable TV Show Ads
Shop the Scenes Allows You to Purchase Furniture, Clothing, and More
49
Monthly Mocktail Subscriptions
Raising the Bar Offers Sustainable Mocktail Kits On-Demand
48
Radial Modern Barbershops
Gin Design Group Creates a Design-Forward Layout for This Barbershop
47
Specialty Baby Retailers
Buybuy Baby Debuts the Baby and Toddler Specialty Retailer Ever & Ever
46
Powerful-Sounding EVs
Ferrari is Investing in Sound Generators for its Future EV Lineup
45
Eco-Friendly Telecom Companies
SK Group Showcased Over 40 Sustainable Technologies at CES 2023
44
Sustainably Built Canopied Buildings
Kevin Daly Architecture Designs a Foundation's Headquarters
43
Robotic Knitting Factories
KX Labs is Looking to Inject Momentum in Domestic Shoe Production
42
Massive Zero-Emissions Trucks
First Mode's New Mining Truck is Supposedly More Sustainable
41
Virtual Android Controllers
Razer Enhanced its Kishi V2 with Support for Virtual Controller Mode
40
2023 New York Innovation Conference
Explore the Best in Emerging Trends at Future Festival NY
39
Game Streaming Hubs
HP's OMEN Gaming Hub Receives GeForce NOW Support in New Update
38
Nostalgic Department Store Events
Zellers Announces Diner Truck Throwback Event and More
37
Annex-Based Elevated Restaurants
The Annex Social is a Hidden Gem of the Neighborhood
36
Presentation-Building AIs
Beautiful.ai Launches a Generative AI Tool Called DesignerBot
35
eCommerce Fashion Sizing Solutions
'Stailor' Helps Customers Get the Right Size to Reduce Returns
34
Artisanal Monthly Cheeses
Hazelton's Sends Global Artisinal Cheeses to Subscribers Each Month
33
Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveiled its 'Project Leonardo' Controller at CES 2023
32
Weenie Mobile Driver Applications
You Can Now Apply to Be a Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile Driver
31
Employee Task Applications
Home Depot Launches a Mobile App to Prioritize Employee Tasks
30
Dreamy Princess-Themed Restaurants
A 'Tiana’s Palace' Restaurant is Coming to Disneyland Park
29
Nationwide Cafe Deliveries
DoorDash and Starbucks Will Offer Easy Access From All 50 States
28
AI-Powered Customer Service
ENGAGE Unveils a New AI Customer Service Employee Named Athena
27
Heritage-Honoring Donut Shops
The Krispy Kreme Ponce Shop Replaces a Classic Location
26
Plant-Based Frozen Foods
MingsBings is Now Available at Hundreds of Publix and Sprouts Stores
25
Future-Facing Virtual Hiring Events
Wegmans Virtual Hiring Event Focuses on a Range of Positions
24
Restaurant Mealkit Partnerships
Goodfood Partnered with Aloette Go on Canadian Delivery
23
Tortilla-Focused Businesses
Kernel of Truth Organics Specializes in the Art of the Tortilla
22
Online Seafood Marketplaces
Sizzlefish Makes Premium Seafood Effortlessly Available to Consumers
21
Beer Battered Cheese Curds
Farm Rich Breaded Cheese Curds are Made with Real Wisconsin Cheese
20
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
19
App Building Services
The Most Important Advantages of AngularJS Development services
18
Esports Furniture Partnerships
Alpine Esports Partners with ADEPT for its Innovative Gaming Chairs
17
Crowdfunded Alternative Bacon Brands
Hooray Foods is Raising $500,000 to Scale its Distribution
16
Business Esports Partnerships
EPIC Global Recruits Endpoint CeX to Help with Securing Partnerships
15
Insights-Driven Media Conferences
Join Us at the Media Insights and Engagement Conference
14
Freestyle Meeting Schedule Platforms
The 'Retime' Scheduling Tool Expedites Meeting Booking
13
Fluid-Reducing Medicines
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Laucnhed a Generic Bumex for Patients
12
All-In-One Wedding Platforms
David's Bridal Debuts Pearl, a Wedding Planning Platform and Vendor
11
Refuge Game Streaming Services
Bungie is Offering Destiny 2 Stadia Players Free GeForce Now Subs
10
Supplemental Prescription Delivery Services
Amazon RxPass Offers Unlimited Prescription Deliveries
9
Drive-Up Grocers
Addie's Functions as a Pick-Up Only Store
8
Hiring Bias Workshops
Intentional Endowments Hosts Insightful Workshops for Employers
7
Thoughtful Insurance Startups
Raincoat Makes Payments Immediately After Climate Disasters
6
Free Buffet Promotions
Pizza Inn is Offering Free Buffet Vouchers to Patrons for Receipts
5
Narrow Package Retailer Displays
The SpaceGrid® II Narrow Tray Pusher System Comes in Four Depths
4
Complimentary Restaurant Reward Perks
The Chipotle Rewards Freepotle Perk Offers Great Rewards
3
Spreadable Flavored Goat Cheeses
The Cervelle De Canut Cheese is Infused with Peppers and Shallots
2
Dollar Store Cash-Back Programs
Dollar General and Ibotta Partnered to Offer Rewards to Shoppers
1
Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
Smashburger Added its Scorchin' Chicken Sandwich to its Permanent Menu
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Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
AI-Enabled E-Commerce Platforms
Bloomreach Expands its Personalization Feature to Spain and Italy
AR Retail Kiosks
BIG Digital and DeepAR Bring Mobile & Desktop Try-Ons to Store Settings
AI Retail Assortment Tools
dunnhumby Assortment Uses Advanced AI to Enhance Customer Experiences
Robotic Restaurant Technology Upgrades
Happy Joe's is Bringing Robotics and AI to its Dining Room
Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
AI-Powered Smart Trolleys
Instacart Unveils a New AI-Powered Shopping Cart Partnership with Aldi
AI-Powered Ecommerce Technologies
Hugo Boss Launches a New AI-Powered Product Content Feature
Cost-Conscious Cashierless Microstores
Fainders.AI Launched a Prefab MicroStore Within a Gym
5g-Enabled Retail Showcases
Singtel is Surpassing Consumer Expectations with 5G Retail
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
AI-Driven Direct-To-Consumer Platforms
Albertsons Offers Personalized Food and Beverage Products
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Gourmet Snack-Focused E-Commerce Platforms
Goody's Focuses on Gourmet Popcorn and Chocolates
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Ice Cream Sandwich Pop-Ups
Chips Ahoy! Pop-Up to Serve Free Ice Cream in NYC
AI Beauty Shopping Experiences
Revieve x Google Cloud Launch the Next Gen AI Advisor Series
AI-Powered Pickup Systems
Pickpad is a Modular Solution Powered by Sensors & Machine Learning
AI-Augmented Retail Checkouts
This Checkout Solution Helps Prevent Theft and Scanning Errors
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
AI-Driven Burger Restaurants
CaliExpress Offers Burgers and Fries Prepared by AI Technology
Employee-Free Smart Stores
The 'Teo' Employee-Free Store in Germany is a Success Story
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
AI-Driven Last-Mile Deliveries
The Rounds Predicts When Items Need Replacing with Machine Learning
Record-Breaking Autonomous Supermarkets
Sensei Debuted a Groundbreaking Supermarket at NRF 2025
AI-Enhanced Shopping Experiences
Coveo’s Collaboration with Shopify Seeks to Streamline Shopping
Healthful Grocer Wellness Campaigns
United Supermarkets 28-Day Challenge Campaign is Rewarding
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Virtual Interactive Shopping Experiences
Appy Pie Endpoint Launches Suite of Virtual Try-On APIs
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
AI-Powered Loyalty Programs
The Ubacart Loyalty Program is Targeted Towards Convenience Stores
Automated Hot Food Kiosks
Sodexo and Automated Retail Technologies Teamed Up for New Kiosks
Future-Proof POS Systems
Metcalfe's Market is Expanding Toshiba Self Checkout System 7 Solutions
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
Fresh Fruit Subscriptions
Edible Brands Launched a Fresh Fruit Subscription Delivery Service
Comedic E-Commerce Brand Spots
Instacart Unveiled a Teaser for its Super Bowl Commercial
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Barcode-Less Product Scanners
SeeChange Taps Diebold Nixdorf to Create AI Checkout Tools
Aesthetic Interior Fridge Trends
Country & Town House Published a Guide to 'Fridgescaping'
Fashion-Forward Layering Lines
SHEIN Introduces Weather-Adaptive Fashion Collection
Data-Driven Grocery Deliveries
Burq Last-Mile Delivery is Aiming to Transform Grocery This Year
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Car-Specific Video Commerce
Audi and Bambuser Make a Significant Evolution in Business Strategy
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Expanded Food Delivery Apps
Instacart Partners with Uber Eats to Expand its Delivery Services
Rapid Grocery Delivery Services
Instacart and Albertsons Companies Have Expanded Their Partnership
AI-Enabled Retail Partnerships
Sainsbury’s and Microsoft Partnered to Elevate Shipping Experiences
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Delivery-Based Food Rescue Initiatives
Albertsons Companies and Uber Partner on Food Rescue
Approachable Retailer Branding Updates
The Latest Walmart Brand Refresh Reflects its Legacy
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
AI-Powered Clothing Shopping Partnerships
True Fit and Shopify are Working Together for Sizing
Tech-Enhanced Grocery Retail Experiences
RSA America & the California Grocers Association Partner
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Automated Ice Cream Restaurants
The ColdSnap Will Be Offered in Restaurants in the Near Future
Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups
Anthropologie Weddings x Pinterest Shares Emerging Styles
Homemade Food Delivery Partnerships
Grocer Sobeys Partners with Homemade Food Marketplace Cookin
Food Sample-Focused Services
TiffinStash Announces Its New Feature — Taste Drive
Anti-Food Waste Solutions
Too Good To Go is Targeting Food Surplus Management with an AI Solution
Wellness-Focused Retailer Ranges
Target is Welcoming More Than 1,000 Wellness Products
AI-Powered Drive-Thrus
Vox AI is Coming to CES 2024 to Revolutionize Drive-Thru Orders
Personal Shopping Apps
Beamble is Redefining Luxury with On-Demand Personal Shopping
In-House Minimalist Apparel
Crescent’s Contemporary Women’s Clothing for Timeless Elegance
Cashier-Free Grocer Expansions
Aisle 24 Continues to Expand in Canada Amid Success
Grocery Insights Tools
Broccoli's Bag Analyzes Grocery Spending, Diet Habits, and Health Impact
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Tech-Driven Drive Thrus
Pita Pit's New Drive-Thru Design is Flexible, Scalable and Efficient
Expanded Technology Marketplaces
Best Buy Has Plans to Launch a New Third-Party Marketplace
Swipable Curated Ad Inspiration
Swipify Lets Users Swipe Through the Latest Ad Campaigns
Rewarding AI Shopping Apps
The ShopUp App Revolutionizes In-Store Shopping with AI Data
IPP-Focused Finance Updates
Adyen is Improving the IPP Sector with New Product Expansions
Seasonal Grocer Ready-Meals
ASDA Winter Warming Dishes are Easy to Prepare at Home
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Enhanced E-Commerce Customer Services
Fluent Enhances Customer Experience for Online Shoppers
AI-Powered Selling Tools
OnBuy is Using Artificial Intelligence to Power its Innovations in 2025
Autonomous Retail Solutions
Simbe Robotics Debuts a New Tool to Remotely Monitor Store Shelves
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Shoppable Fridge Screens
Samsung Unveils a New Partnership with Instacart for On-Fridge Shopping
Imperfect Produce Subscriptions
Odd Bunch Delivers Oddly Shaped Produce to Consumers' Doors
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Same-Day Beauty Deliveries
Sally Beauty and Instacart Expanded Their Partnership with New Offers
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Elevated Private Food Ranges
Bettergoods is the First New Store Brand from Walmart in 20 Years
AI-Driven Consumer Goods Platforrms
Cpg Radar’s New AI-Driven Platform is Efficient
Smart Grocery Shopping Support
SmartChef Converts Grocery Lists Into Actionable Data
From-Scratch Soup Deliveries
Jane Foodie and FreshDirect Partnered to Expand Access
24-Hour AI-Powered Stores
REWE To Go and Lekkerland SE Open Germany's First Autonomous Store
Navigational Grocery Store Apps
Speed Grocer is a Trusted Companion for a Quicker Shop
Accessible Online Retail Initiatives
Instacart and Walgreens Partnered to Accept SNAP/EBT Online
Eco Grocer Delivery Solutions
Fulfilled by Misfits Leverages the Misfits Market Platform
QR Code Shopping Assistants
Nintendo Implemented Icecat Tech to Enhance In-Store Shopping
AI-Driven Personalization Platforms
Snappy Acquired Covver to Merge Personalization and Swag
Streamlined POS Experiences
Instacart, DUMAC and TRUNO Enhance AI-Powered Smart Cart Adoption
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Cloud-Based Grocery Technology
Pricer Plaza Signs an Agreement with a Tier 1 North American Grocer
Efficient On-the-Go Stores
Parfetts Shop & Go Store Concept Responds to Consumer Demand
AI-Backed eCommerce Platforms
New Era Japan is Upgraded with GroupBy's AI eCommerce Search
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Self-Guided Cannabis Retail Experiences
BLAZE ECOM Revolutionizes In-Store Cannabis Retail
Checkout-Free Grocery Stores
ALDI Launches the Innovative 'ALDIgo' Checkout-Free Grocery Store
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Car-Connected Retail Services
Target Drive Up and Order Pickup Has a New Apple CarPlay Function
Seamless Grocery Services
JIVA Technologies Launches the We Got Groceries Official Website
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Checkout-Free Convenience Systems
7-Eleven Australia Integrates a Checkout-Free Shopping System
Multi-Brand E-Commerce Expansions
Multiple Grocers are Adapting Instacart's Storefront Pro Tool
Car Dealer-Targeted Software-As-A-Service Platforms
Curbee Helps Car Dealers and Manufacturers
Same-Day Grocer Delivery Benefits
Instacart and SNAP Will Offer Same-Day Delivery for Recipients
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
AI-Powered Tech Deliveries
Best Buy Unveils the New AI-Powered Delivery Service
Community-Led Grocery Initatives
CaringBridge and Instacart Unite to Enhance Delivery Services
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
Tech-Enabled Ice Cream Trucks
Alsies Reimagined a Nostalgic Experience for the 21st Century
Third-Party Coupon Providers
Instacart Taps Ibotta to Provide Customers with Digital Coupons
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Retail Food Expiry Tools
Gander Taps C-Store Collective to Launch a New Service Partnership
Virtual Retail Solutions
Simbe's Store Intelligence™ Solutions Provide Results on a Global Scale
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Sophisticated Supermarket Sub-Brands
Asda Unveils its 'Exceptional' Brand for High-End Shoppers
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Occasion-Driven Apparel Retailers
Windsor Fashions Llc Expands into the Canadian Market
Christmasy Convenience Retailer Promotions
The 7-Eleven Holiday Deals are Here for 2023