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June 11, 2020
FROM THE DESK OF
IGA CEO
John Ross
IGA CEO John Ross: COVID-19's Effect on Independents Now & In the Future
IGA CEO John Ross spoke to the California Grocers Association about how independent retailers have adapted to COVID-19 shopping, including what U.S. retailers have learned from IGA China, the shift to e-commerce, and his predictions for long-term changes, like SKU rationalization. Take a deep dive into the future of grocery in this interview.
FEATURED STORY
Best Practices for Hiring During COVID-19
With staff overwhelmed by long hours, added job duties, and stress due to COVID-19, many retailers need to hire quickly. IGA Coca-Cola Institute President Paulo Goelzer offers his best practices for hiring efficiently during the pandemic, from online applications and onboarding to cross-training all staff for greater flexibility.
INSTITUTE INSIGHTS
IGA Coca-Cola Institute Offers Food Safety Courses
With heightened sanitation throughout the food industry during COVID-19, Friday's World Food Safety Day was more important than ever. The IGA team at the IGA Coca-Cola Institute has been diligently updating their courses to ensure your employees have the latest sanitation and safety training. See a list of these free courses and preview a few important courses available for a small fee.
COVID-19 RESOURCE
Updated Spanish Signage
We have updated our Spanish language employee signage to include the following:
Hometown Proud Service
Staff Wellbeing
Hand Washing
Virus Prevention
Download and print or send to Red Oval partner DG Graphics for larger signs; post in your break rooms and employee restrooms.
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