Amazon’s investment in Whole Foods was a signal to the rest of the grocery industry—the times are changing. We’re at a period of time when it seems as though no big-name retailer is safe from Death By Amazon, but rather than take a back seat, grocery chains are in a position to grab the wheel. For starters: their inherent knowledge of the industry is a big-time advantage.

Hudson Yards, a brand-new $25 billion development, officially opened about a month ago on the west side of Manhattan. It’s a spectacle—but you may be shocked at how old-school the shopping experience is.

The digitized age of hybrid shopping experiences has created hyper-informed consumers who insist retailers win their hearts before they hand over their dough. Fair enough, but how can retailers stand out in a saturated market—especially when consumers have the world at their fingertips?