Monday, August 12, 2019

An Ample Supply Of Quality Produce Bags Will Encourage Sales

By Gregory Snyder


For those who shop at the supermarket regularly, there are small things that can make the experience special. Most consumers will say that a friendly staff member can encourage an immediate return. Others will say the convenience of being able to find what they need in little time. A lot of times, a limited amount of accessible produce bags can make things a little less pleasing.

While the average person may not see this small detail as a selling tool, they have to think in the same fashion as the average consumer. Gone are the days of housewives doing leisurely shopping in the daytime more than once a week. In these times, a store must be prepared for different types of shoppers.

However, there are a lot of stores who do not consider the needs of their shoppers. In many areas, a lot has changed in terms of consumer trends and buying habits. Probably the most noticeable is the growing interest the average individual has in eating more vegetables. More people are checking out the produce section and want anything they can easily carry out of the store and into their home.

However, the most important factor that store managers should pay attention to is how organics are handled. While eating foods without pesticides offer present and future benefits, consumers want all they can get for the money spent. Bags that will not hold up during the ride home can kill the upgraded eating experience. The last thing a supermarket or small grocer wants is organic fruits and vegetables that do not sell.

This is why supermarkets and independent grocers need to get rid of flimsy bags that barely hold a couple of lemons. These are sometimes hard to open and do little to keep the produce below room temperature. Even worse, if a shopper uses these to buy a few of the same produce item and bumps into something, a bag that breaks easily can ruin everything.

Even though there are exceptions, no one that appreciates their job will take that chance. Besides a generous supply, another thing to look at is buying habits. As stated above, more are looking to vegetables to replace livestock entrees so bags should be sturdy enough to hold potatoes, squash, and anything else that is large in size or weighs more than most items.

One good way to prevent this is to have stock clerks keep an eye out for those who take multiple bags. Maybe the shoppers will make a return trip to the produce section later or management can place a limit on how many can be taken at once. Although some stores are too busy to double as loss prevention agents, it helps to keep an eye on customers with questionable habits.

Overall, more adults are spending noticeable amounts of time in the produce section and looking for encouragement to continue their healthy eating routine. In addition to keeping ample supplies and promotional ideas, employees should be informed about what they are stocking on the shelves. No one wants to hear excuses or wait for someone with cooking knowledge to come around. This is the best way for chain grocers to compete with those that focus on healthy or premium goods.




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