Direct Store Delivery (DSD)

Snack manufacturer Utz Brands is continuing to expand its distribution network, progressing on its DSD goals by acquiring distribution rights in South Florida from National Food Corp.

The acquisition, said CEO Tim Cofer, will strengthen the company’s national DSD capabilities. Learn more.

Both companies shared insight into how they’re finding success in using insights culled from the Walmart Connect and Luminate data platforms, as well as other technologies, at a panel at CES in Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Late summer, a public IPO filing from Instacart revealed an investment from consumer goods company PepsiCo. Now the company shared details about how it hopes to reap the rewards of its $175 million-dollar backing. 

Bimbo Bakeries USA is investing in predictive ordering for direct-store delivery to help minimize waste without lost sales from understocking.

Keurig Dr Pepper will distribute and manufacture La Colombe products as part of a $300 million investment in the premium coffee company, with the consumer goods company leveraging its robust direct-store-delivery network to grow the brand.   

In this edited version of the webinar’s transcript, learn from Kevin Boyum, Yelloh’s chief strategy officer, about how to leverage data and technology transform delivery and end-consumer experiences, to keep a brand youthful and resilient.

As consumer expectations continue to evolve, brands are having to step up their ultrafast delivery options. Find out more.