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IT Retail The all-in-one POS built by grocers, for grocers. Please visit www.itretail.com for a free demo of our supermarket and grocery store POS software!

For 30+ years, IT Retail has helped independent, specialty, and international markets serve customers faster, sell smarter, and grow with confidence.

Shoppers are counting every 💵 this holiday season.That matters more for you than for the big chains, because they can fu...
11/03/2026

Shoppers are counting every 💵 this holiday season.

That matters more for you than for the big chains, because they can fund deep discounts and you can’t. But you have something they don’t — you know your customers by name.

Here are a few ways to make that work for you all season🎄:

👉 Run a point-based loyalty program with a reward people want. A turkey, a gift card, or a free pound of your regulars’ favorite deli meat works well.

👉 Offer member pricing on the items everyone needs. Think butter, flour, and the dish your community puts on the table.

👉 Stack your promotions to bring shoppers back. An offer like “Spend $75 across two visits and save $10” gives them a reason to return.

👉 Text your offers to your customer list. Texts get read quickly — a short message with one deal and one end date can bring shoppers in this week.

Then, check your margins by department, so a busy week doesn’t leave you with thin profits.
You can’t beat the big chains on 10,000 prices, but you can win on the 20 that matter most to your shoppers.

💭 What’s the one item your regulars would drive across town for?

📣 Still building your holiday promos from scratch? Don’t.As part of Small Business Season, we’ve put together two free r...
10/28/2026

📣 Still building your holiday promos from scratch? Don’t.

As part of Small Business Season, we’ve put together two free resources to help you get ready:

🎨 Marketing Kit — flyers, signage, and social/email templates, ready to customize so you spend less time designing and more time selling

https://hubs.la/Q04CFqv40

📋 Readiness Kit — a step-by-step checklist to make sure nothing falls through the cracks before the holidays hit

https://hubs.la/Q04CFs4v0

Grocery stores lose about 2% of their inventory to spoilage or waste every year, and perishables make up nearly two-thir...
10/28/2026

Grocery stores lose about 2% of their inventory to spoilage or waste every year, and perishables make up nearly two-thirds of that loss. 🥬

Here are a few ways to keep more of your fresh product sellable:

🍌 Keep ethylene producers apart. Apples and bananas give off ethylene gas, which makes nearby greens and berries spoil faster. Store them in separate coolers or spaces.

🏷️ Color-code your deli labels. Give each day of the week its own color, like blue for Monday and green for Tuesday, so staff can spot the oldest items at a glance.

🍅 Build smaller displays. When shoppers dig through big stacks, they bruise the items they don’t pick. Restocking high-touch items like tomatoes and peaches more often cuts down on handling damage.

🍞 Give near-expiry items a second life. Day-old bread can become croutons, and overripe fruit can become smoothies. Just make sure any repurposed products are still safe to cook with.

Drop other perishable inventory management tips in the comments below!

How do you decide what to stock at your grocery store, and how do you know it’s what your customers actually want? 🤔🛒Our...
10/22/2026

How do you decide what to stock at your grocery store, and how do you know it’s what your customers actually want? 🤔🛒

Our free guide covers the top-selling items nationwide and how to tailor your selection to your local shoppers.

Click the link in the comments to grab your copy!

Small Business Season officially kicked off October 1st, running through December 31st. https://hubs.la/Q04BDLMf0It’s ou...
10/19/2026

Small Business Season officially kicked off October 1st, running through December 31st. https://hubs.la/Q04BDLMf0

It’s our season-long initiative to help independent retailers get more visibility heading into the holidays — not just a one-day promotion, but three months of tools, resources, and community support:

🛍️→ A free merchant listing so local shoppers can find your deals
📥→ A ready-to-use marketing kit (flyers, signage, social & email templates)
🌐→ Networking events and webinars with fellow retailers
🎤→ A chance to be featured in our Main Street Voices series

Ready to join in? Head to https://hubs.la/Q04BDKMs0 and get your business listed — it’s free and takes 5 minutes.

Not every shopper walks into your store with the same needs. In fact, retail research shows that it varies significantly...
10/19/2026

Not every shopper walks into your store with the same needs. In fact, retail research shows that it varies significantly by generation. ⬇️

📱 Gen Z: They prefer mobile payments, digital wallets, and curbside pickup. Make sure you offer mobile pay at checkout and easy-to-use online ordering.

👨‍👩‍👧 Millennials: Many plan trips for their whole household and compare prices to stretch their budgets. Loyalty programs and bundle deals on family-friendly items help get their attention.

💳 Gen X: They mostly pay with credit and debit cards, and often research products online before buying in store. Clear pricing and loyalty points on bulk purchases go a long way.

🧾 Baby Boomers: They prefer shopping in person and plan trips around sales with detailed lists. Clear signage helps them find familiar brands, and keeping some staffed lanes open during their peak hours makes checkout easier.

Grocery store owners, do these trends match what you’re seeing out on the floor? Drop a comment!

You're invited to our inaugural Main Street Meetup: a no-pitch conversation & networking event for retail owners 🛍️Regis...
10/14/2026

You're invited to our inaugural Main Street Meetup: a no-pitch conversation & networking event for retail owners 🛍️

Register: https://hubs.la/Q04Bdk5b0

Small Business Season is here. Join other retailers for an open conversation about what’s working right now:

✅ Staffing up for the season
✅ How much to stock
✅ Driving foot traffic without a big budget

🗓 October 21 (Pick the time that works best for you)

🕖 Two sessions to choose from:
- 7:00–8:00 AM ET
- 7:00–8:00 PM ET

👉 Save your spot: https://hubs.la/Q04Bdk5b0

Want a free profit and loss template for your grocery store? ✍️💰Our recent article covers every section of a P&L stateme...
10/14/2026

Want a free profit and loss template for your grocery store? ✍️💰

Our recent article covers every section of a P&L statement, showing you how to calculate COGS and figure out net profit, so you can more easily assess each department’s profitability.

Download the template here: https://hubs.la/Q04yW8tm0

Grocery store margins aren’t always as clear-cut as they look on paper. 👀Between loss leaders, vendor promos that clash ...
10/08/2026

Grocery store margins aren’t always as clear-cut as they look on paper. 👀

Between loss leaders, vendor promos that clash with your own markdowns, and day-old bakery goods, a lot of your pricing decisions come with hidden costs.

Here are a few ways grocers can price more intentionally:

🥛 Pick your battles. Shoppers notice the price of milk and eggs, but probably won’t compare imported mustard across stores. Stay competitive on the staples and let specialty items do more of the heavy lifting.

🥬 Price by department. Produce prices need to account for typical 4–8% shrink, and deli scale pricing needs to match sliced-to-order items exactly. Even a few cents off can add up over time.

🥤 Watch your promo dates. One summer soda promotion stayed active two weeks too long and cut into profits without bringing in extra sales. Automatic end dates keep that from happening.

And remember to compare week-over-week trends in your POS system, so you can catch any pricing issues early.

Grocery store owners, which numbers do you keep the closest eye on? 📊 Drop a comment below! 📑

10/06/2026

From lunchtime tacos to weekend carne asada, Pantera Market has been bringing authentic Hispanic food and goods to communities across Idaho since 2008. 🌮

But after years of a basic cash register and entering prices by hand, the team was ready for an upgrade. They went with IT Retail for a system that fit their budget and could grow with them.

Now their inventory and employee timekeeping live in one place, and their deli scales integrate right with the POS. 👍

See how IT Retail helps the Pantera Market team focus more on their customers and grow their business.

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