Randy Hofbauer

Digital and Technology Editor

Author Profile

Randy Hofbauer is the former digital and technology editor of Progressive Grocer. He has more than a decade of experience as a content strategist, researcher and marketer, almost all of it covering CPG retailing. His insights and work have been cited in a number of media outlets, including The New York Times, the Associated Press and the Chicago Tribune, and he was named a finalist in the Software & Information Industry Association's 2018 Emerging Leader Awards. Follow him on Twitter or connect with him on LinkedIn.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

12/10/2017
Walmart Adds 3rd-Party Meal Kits Online
Home Chef, Takeout Kit options available for delivery

Randy Hofbauer
12/6/2017
Kroger Expands Meal Kits to 200 More Stores
Columbus, Indianapolis among new markets for Prep+Pared

Randy Hofbauer
12/6/2017
Ecomm Grocers Must Bridge Content-Commerce Gap
Both are critical for customers to make informed purchases

Randy Hofbauer
12/5/2017
Boxed Brings Expiration Dates Online
Delivery-focused bulk grocer calls move an industry first

Randy Hofbauer
12/4/2017
Target Debuts Mobile Pay
Wallet option follows Cartwheel's merger into namesake app

Randy Hofbauer
12/3/2017
Publix Adds Meal Kits for Slow Cookers
Each serving costs $5 or less

Randy Hofbauer
12/3/2017
West Coast 'Ugly' Produce Delivery Service Enters Chicago
Imperfect saves roughly 300K lbs of fruits, veggies weekly

Randy Hofbauer
11/29/2017
Here's How to Make Grocers' Apps Appeal More to Shoppers
Personalization, increased in-store connectivity, gamification desired among different demos

Randy Hofbauer
11/26/2017
SpartanNash Debuts Delivery in Grand Rapids
Wholesaler-grocer owns, operates entire ecomm process

Randy Hofbauer
11/21/2017
Is Amazon Go Nearing Public Debut?
Store opening delayed due to tech snag 8 months ago

Randy Hofbauer