Who are we

At IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution), we serve as a unique, impartial force for good, driven by our charitable status and commitment to public benefit.  Our purpose is clear: to unite and inspire everyone to deliver a thriving food system. We achieve this by acting as a trusted convener, uniting stakeholders from across the entire agrifood supply chain to address critical challenges.

We foster collaboration through a broad range of forums, bringing together businesses, policymakers, and thought leaders. By providing evidence-based insights, credible research, and strategic foresight, we help organisations make informed decisions that not only benefit their operations but also contribute to the collective good of society.

This is funded through our work with hundreds of clients from across the global food and consumer goods landscape.

A trusted partner for expertise, insight and foresight.

Our online insights, consulting service and events enable our clients to thrive. As a leading provider of global insights across grocery retail, our Retail Analysis service covers 42 strategic markets. It supports our clients to look ahead, exploring emerging trends and providing global channel forecasts. Our ShopperVista service provides the “go-to” insight that creates the foundation for forward facing shopper and category thinking.

The experts in our consulting team use unparalleled industry insights and foresight to enable our clients to shape future-proofed growth strategies and capabilities. 

Our events are designed to engage, inspire and connect our clients in ways that no one else can.

Our CEO, Sarah Bradbury, on our mission:

“Founded almost 120 years ago, with the purpose of uniting and inspiring the food sector, IGD leads the industry with trusted insights and actionable solutions. We empower our partners to make better decisions that shape the future of food, ensuring it is more resilient, sustainable, and equitable for everyone.”