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IoT Food Freshness Monitors

Grocery Chain Giant Eagle Taps SmartSense to Implement New IoT System

— July 12, 2022 — Business
American supermarket chain Giant Eagle has partnered with SmartSense by Digi to implement a new internet-of-Things (IoT)-based temperature monitoring system in all of its stores. The new tech-forward solution is being used by the company in an effort to ensure that its products maintain their freshness and quality.

So far, Gaint Eagle has deployed over 32,000 SmartSense digital temperature tracking devices throughout its U.S-based stores. The IoT-enabled devices are able to automatically monitor Gaint Eagle's food assets and autonomously regulate its in-store freezers, refrigerators, and chillers. The system includes elements such as wireless sensors, food probes, remote monitoring software, digital checklists, and analytics tools.

“Specifically, capturing detailed data insights and prescriptive analytics via SmartSense’s advanced technologies will enhance our team members’ ability to monitor product freshness in real-time," said Vic Vercammen, vice president of risk and chief compliance officer at Giant Eagle.

Image Credit: Giant Eagle
Trend Themes
1. Iot-enabled Temperature Monitoring - Businesses can benefit from implementing IoT solutions to improve monitoring and regulation of their products and services.
2. Prescriptive Analytics - By utilizing advanced analytics tools, businesses can gain detailed insights and make data-driven decisions to improve their operations.
3. Wireless Sensors for Asset Monitoring - Wireless sensors can be used to monitor various assets and provide real-time data to improve business processes and decision-making.
Industry Implications
1. Grocery and Supermarket Chains - IoT-based temperature monitoring can help improve food quality and safety in grocery and supermarket chains.
2. Food and Beverage Industry - The implementation of IoT-based temperature monitoring and advanced analytics can help businesses in the food and beverage industry maintain product freshness and reduce waste.
3. Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Wireless sensors and IoT technology can be used to improve the tracking and monitoring of products throughout the logistics and supply chain management process.
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