All Blog articles – Page 4
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Quick wins to influence shoppers
Mission-led merchandising can be key to driving higher basket size and spend, says HIM’s Giorgio Rigali.
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Set an example
More red tape isn’t the answer to preventing the sale of energy drinks to children, argues Premier retailer Samantha.
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A launch into space
The Booker-Tesco merger needs to be a launchpad for a more profitable and competitive future for the thousands of small businesses that depend on Booker to be a strong, stable and effective partner.
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Let the tech take the strain
Maybe now is the time to refresh your staff management, writes Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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Rural ATM threat
Cuts to the Link cash machine interchange fee are concerning, says James Lowman.
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Don't forget the elderly
HIM data shows that those aged 65 years and older make up almost a quarter (23%) of total c-store shoppers, writes Heidi Lanschuetzer.
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The 'F' word
Consolidation in the sector has turned Budgens retailer David’s thoughts to franchising.
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Final hurdle
For retailers supplied by one of the Booker brands, the Tesco-Booker merger cannot come soon enough, writes C-Store’s editor.
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Working together
Only by working collaboratively can major government policy be made to work, argues Pete.
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Tech matters
Welcome Co-op owner Richard Inglis begins a new blog focusing on how he utilises technology to improve efficiencies.
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Don't waste the chance
An unusual combination of Theresa May and David Attenborough has put plastic waste firmly on the public agenda, writes C-Store’s editor
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New year, new starts
It’s helpful to know that 32% of men and 42% of women are this year making a new year’s resolution, says HIM’s Chloe Kent.
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Take shop theft seriously
The way the police, courts and government treat shop theft is a growing concern for James.
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A very new, new year
With such unprecedented change about to sweep through the independent convenience sector, 2018 will certainly be all about the “new”.
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Monitoring festivities
The final piece in our Christmas jigsaw is to refresh the team on the importance of festive responsible retailing, says Premier retailer Sam.
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Christmas frenzy
This will be Donna’s first Christmas with two stores, and the pressure is building.
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The art and science of displays
For the first time we can help retailers and suppliers challenge the conventional practices around shopper marketing, says HIM’s Blake Gladman.
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Budget analysis
So what did you make of the Budget? Frustration with announcements on minimum pay and tobacco duty, or silver linings on business rates?
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All systems go
Premier retailers Linda and Dennis prepare their store for Christmas and a new Aldi in Edinburgh.
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Tara's Londis reopens
I’m very pleased to say we’ve relaunched our store as Tara’s Londis in High Wycombe, writes Raaj.