Staffing and Operations

Seattle, Washington-based co-op chain found customers prefer having a cashier at check-out, so it is removing self-check kiosks.

Millennial workers truly offer immense value to most any industry, including natural products retail. So how can you attract them, engage them and work with them to benefit both their development and your store?

Creating a strong team may seem like a no-brainer for the success of any business, but surprisingly this key step is often overlooked. Consider these tips to help you always be “building your bench” of potential hires.

Ask the Fixer: building a successful brand from the ground up requires more skills than one person alone can offer. In this segment of Ask the Fixer, three experts weigh in on the benefits that a trusted circle of advisors can bring to your business.

Store leaders say that hiring a diverse staff provides a bounty of benefits to their businesses, but there's much work to be done, particularly in leadership positions.

The industry’s history is one of cooperation and common purpose. But does the research support this as the best approach for success?

The foodservice manager at Mariano's—Kroger's upscale division well known for its ample prepared foods lineup—shares tips to keep offerings fresh.