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Bakery
By John Unrein
THE BAKERY DEPARTMENT IS UNDERGOING A DRAMATIC SHIFT in
priorities and strategies in the post-pandemic world.
Jonna Parker, fresh foods team lead at Circana, has been closely
monitoring shifts of consumer shopping patterns. She highlights several
key trends that are reshaping the grocery industry.
" Relevance and experience are now as important as quality, " Parker
said during a recent online presentation.
The post-pandemic world has certainly shifted customer purchasing
habits. According to research cited by GTI Designs, c-stores and markets
have witnessed increased sales for grab-and-go options every year
since the pandemic hit, along with a marked increase in overall quality
of products.
With the demand for higher quality grab-and-go products on the
rise, the necessity for higher quality and varied display solutions has
increased as well. GTI Designs reports grab-and-go displays come in
many styles, sizes, and temperatures. Finding the right set of graband-go
merchandisers is an integral part of creating or adding on to
your concept.
GTI Designs recently introduced five new display cases to its lineup,
ranging from straight glass refrigerated displays for pastries or prepared
foods, to new takes on old favorites, such as ItalCart P.
BRIO is their new entry-level gelato and ice cream display case. With
a space efficient design, and options for 6, 7, or 9 flavors, this equipment
is great for any concept that wants to add frozen desserts to the menu.
The EDEN is a modern refrigerated display case, offered in multiple
sizes. It is great for pastries, cakes, prepared foods, and beverages.
There are up to three shelves for a large product capacity.
The ROSE is the ideal display for frozen cakes, popsicles, and
novelties. With multiple sizes, and three temperature regulated shelves,
it offers a great way for gelaterias, bakeries, and ice cream shops to
increase their earning potential.
Traditional " low profile " displays
For impulse buy opportunities at check-out, traditional displays can
be easily worked into your counter, according to GTI Designs. They
create an instantly visible merchandiser for anything from beverages
and snacks to sandwiches and salads.
Models such as Vista and Daisy are
great examples of traditional graband-go
displays.
The Vista display case boasts a
space saving, multipurpose solution.
An exemplary display case for pastries,
bread, and baked goods, it also has an
advanced chocolate display case with
humidity control.
The Daisy display case is a complete
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solution for any business, according
to GTI Designs. A space planning
dream with multiple options for size
and glass angles, the Daisy offers
welcome flexibility that is perfect for
small and medium-sized stores. Daisy
is available in a variety of temperature
options including chilled, heated and
dry/ambient.
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