Rising cost pressure, volatile demand and increasing operational complexity are forcing companies to rethink how their supply chains perform end to end.
From fresh and frozen handling to omnichannel fulfillment, logistics excellence has moved from an operational topic to a strategic growth lever.
Margins remain structurally low while expectations continue to rise. Consumers demand availability, freshness and convenience, while labor shortages and inflation push operating costs upward.
At the same time, retailers face:
Without structural improvements across logistics and fulfillment, these dynamics directly impact service levels and profitability.
Leading retailers and food companies are investing in advanced automation to stabilize operations and regain control.
Grocery automation supports:
In today’s environment, automation is not only about speed or cost. It is about reliability, transparency and long-term resilience.
eCommerce growth and convenience-driven shopping have transformed fulfillment requirements. Higher order frequency, smaller order sizes and tighter delivery windows increase complexity across the supply chain.
Successful companies align:
This integrated approach allows them to scale efficiently while maintaining service quality.
Fresh and chilled categories are critical growth drivers, but they demand excellence in execution.
High-performing cold chain logistics relies on:
Well-designed warehouse systems help safeguard freshness while keeping energy consumption and operating costs under control.
Across regions and formats, resilient organizations share common traits:
They build systems that adapt as markets evolve.
To help executives navigate these changes, TGW Logistics consolidated insights from three leading research studies into a single, decision-ready grocery trend paper. It highlights what matters now and where leaders should focus next to improve resilience, optimize operations, and drive profitable growth.
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At TGW Logistics, we help grocery turn complexity into competitive advantage.
Our solutions combine intelligent warehouse automation, advanced software, and operational expertise to create supply chains that are efficient, resilient, and scalable.
With our support, grocery leaders can meet growing consumer expectations, protect margins, and focus their teams on value-adding activities — because lasting success is built in the warehouse, not just on the shelf.
Michael Schedlbauer is VP of Business Development for Grocery at TGW Logistics, with decades of global experience in automation and supply chain optimization.
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TGW Logistics is a foundation-owned company headquartered in Austria and a global leader in warehouse automation and warehouse logistics. As a trusted systems integrator with more than 50 years of experience, we deliver end-to-end services: designing, implementing, and maintaining fulfillment centers powered by mechatronics, robotics, and advanced software solutions. With over 4,600 employees spanning Europe, Asia, and North America, we combine expertise, innovation, and a customer-centric dedication to help keep your business growing. With TGW Logistics, it's possible to transform your warehouse logistics into a competitive advantage.
