All Blog articles – Page 11
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Counting the cost of the Budget
The last week has been – in political terms at least - one of the most difficult for local shops in recent memory, says ACS chief executive James Lowman.
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Think mission for fresh sales
In order to create the perception of a 'credible fresh food offer', the number one thing stores need to do is ensure a 'clean and tidy shopping area', writes HIM's Ed Sibley.
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Service with a smile
There are many ways to be a great sales assistant, but two of the most important are being yourself and to put your customers first, writes award-winning Anita Nye.
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To buy or not to buy
Chaz Chahal discusses the challenges of taking on new stores, as he embarks on the renovation of a new site in rural Worcestershire.
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Reforming business rates
The ACS has put forward its proposals for making business rates for small stores fairer, writes James Lowman.
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Interrupting and inspiring in-store
HIM research has found that the level of impulse purchasing in convenience stores is at an impressive five-year high, says Katie Littler.
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The big deal
Booker’s proposed acquisition of Musgrave GB will have a huge and lasting impact on convenience retailing in the UK.
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What to expect from the unexpected
What will a majority Conservative government mean for the sector, asks James Lowman.
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Time to multiply
Ramesh has bought a new store in Horsham, near his Londis Southwater store, and sales are already up 15%.
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BlogSumming it up
The benefits of getting involved in a local school project are adding up at Premier Edinburgh, says Linda Williams.
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Policy watch
We can expect policy developments on key issues after the election, regardless of who’s in power, says James Lowman.
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How community work pays off
A large Co-op opened near Ramesh Shingadia's Londis store in Southwater a few years ago, but he has always been able to maintain sales because of his community engagement, he says.
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BlogEvent planning
Sound preparation and offering something different paid off for Knight’s Budgens at Easter.
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Time to review progress
It’s been a year since Ramesh re-opened his Londis store in Southwater, West Sussex, so it is a good time to review progress.
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Budget analysis
Overall, this was a safe Budget, but the real challenges will come when the next government unveils its programme after the election, says James Lowman.
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Take the high road
Congratulations to the team at Scotmid, and particularly those at the store in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, for being named Convenience Retailer of the Year.
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The importance of value
The recession has solidified shopper habits in such a way that finding value for money remains a priority for many, says HIM's Sophie Jones.
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What does the future look like?
Are you an independent retailer? Have you ever considered running a franchised store? For some people, these two questions are mutually exclusive...
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Why standards are top of the list
For any retailer worth his salt, store standards have to be the number one priority, says Londis retailer Ramesh Shingadia.