With the desire for “instant gratification” prevalent throughout the United States and beyond, eCommerce is giving shoppers exactly what they want. Just-in-time delivery is one of the biggest trends in beverage distribution, says Doug Eden, president of IntelliShift, a division of VTS, Commack, N.Y.

To maintain steady growth, retailers are paying close attention to industry trends — and responding quickly, experts say.

Color can significantly affect the initial perception of taste, which leads to a consumer picking up the product or not.

In the past, consumers generally designated protein for bodybuilders and athletes. Today, it’s seen as an essential part of the average person’s daily diet.

Beverage manufacturers are investing in automated inspection solutions throughout the production process to ensure their beverages are safe.

In the fleet management world, the question no longer is whether beverage companies should implement telematics — it’s how.

Increased data proliferation allows vendors to personalize the vending experience for consumers and — from an operational standpoint — track which products are most popular where and respond accordingly.

Driven by the convenience factor, single-serve K-Cups are the fastest-growing non-RTD coffee segment.

In the battle to compete, many manufacturers joined the energy shots segment, creating an entire sub-category.

When a canned wine brand grows more than 50 percent in a year, it’s clear that something is working. Whether it’s the wine’s terroir, packaging, price point or a combination of things, Union Wine Co. is listening to consumer demand and responding in turn.