Technology
We offer initiatives and opportunities for collaboration among food retail industry professionals in the area of technology, including an all-company approach as it relates to mobility, payments, data security, cloud computing, in-store innovation and social commerce.
FMItech Directory
The FMItech Directory provides a comprehensive partner and suppliers list focused on technology for automation strategies, ecommerce, supply chain, food safety, and more. To search the member-access-only directory, click below and sign in. To create your free company directory listing, watch this video to get started or download instructions.
Technology Blog Posts
Policy Statements
Our current Board approved policy statement on this topic:
FMI Technology Resources
Boardroom Volume 11
The food industry continues to adapt to the notion that profound change has become a constant, with it emerging as the normative state of affairs.
Grocery Shopper Snapshot: January 2026
This brief report provides an update on shoppers' sentiment, evolving grocery habits and the role of technology in grocery shopping.
The State of Technology 2025
This report presents the latest information on food industry and consumer trends related to technology, based on comprehensive industry research that updates key benchmarks, along with companion interviews.
The Food Retailing Industry Speaks 2025
The food industry is conditioning itself by prioritizing strong customer experiences and ensuring resilient business operations.
U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends 2025: The Logic of Food Shopping
Grocery shoppers constantly navigate the tension between control and flexibility when managing their household spending.
Digital Engagement Transforms Grocery Shopping
FMI and NIQ have been conducting research reports on these topics since 2017. This latest report charts the transformation triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing emergence of new technologies that are reshaping grocery shopping.
The Daunting Data Dilemma
Strategies for better leveraging the exponentially growing volume of data to transform consumer experiences and trading partner collaboration in today’s grocery industry.
Grocery Shopper Snapshot: Hispanic Edition
This brief report provides insight into Hispanic grocery shopping habits, including attitudes, behaviors and purchase drivers.
Cybersecurity Guide 2024
This white paper outlines advances in cybersecurity technology for the food industry.
Leadership
The FMI Technology Executive Committee leads and advises on the technology to support and advance the retail food industry. The Committee provides business technology strategy though communication and continuous education; coordinates and recommends technology topics for FMI research; and provides clear direction on technology solutions that will effect process change in all aspects of our retailing business.Learn More
Industry Topics address your specific area of expertise with resources, reports, events and more.
Our Research covers consumer behavior and retail operation benchmarks so you can make informed business decisions.
Events and Education including online and in-person help you advance your food retail career.
Food Safety training, resources and guidance that help you create a company food safety culture.
Government Affairs work — federal and state — on the latest food industry policy, regulatory and legislative issues.
Get Involved. From industry awards to newsletters and committees, these resources help you take advantage of your membership.
Best practices, guidance documents, infographics, signage and more for the food industry on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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