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BlogReady for digital tax returns?
The government is introducing Making Tax Digital reforms as part of a long-term plan to help businesses keep on top of their tax affairs, and in principle that makes complete sense, writes James.
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BlogReporting retail crime
If retailers stop reporting crimes when they take place there’s a danger that forces will see theft as even less of a priority over time, says James.
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BlogSilver linings
There are several key indicators which mean that year 2019 could be a profitable one for convenience stores.
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BlogState influence
There are two areas of consumer behaviour that the government is looking to influence in 2019 and which will have a direct impact on convenience stores: plastic bag use and diet choices.
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BlogThe year ahead
At first glance, it seems like as an industry we will have more challenges than opportunities to deal with in the coming year but, then again, that has probably always been the case.
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BlogFocus on energy drinks
Store owners should debate selling energy drinks to children with their community, says James.
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BlogDigital ordering
It is vital that suppliers embrace and invest in B2B e-commerce and are knowledgeable as to the key guiding principles, says HIM’s Chloe Kent.
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BlogEvery little helps
Making your business more sustainable can be good for the planet and your pocket, Sam argues.
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BlogBeyond price
With multiple players now in the market, it will be very important for discounters to start to differentiate themselves beyond price and value to have that competitive edge, says HIM’s Alice Dolling.
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BlogSelf promotion
The sector clearly needs to shout more about its benefits to the community, James believes.
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BlogA safe place?
The shocking, but not entirely surprising, findings of our mini survey of c-store operators is that practically every single one has been a recent victim of crime.
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BlogHealthy choices
Bans and restrictions are not the correct way to go about tackling obesity, says Linda.
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BlogHealthier range, happier shoppers
Understanding the core differences between the average shopper and the healthy snacking shopper is essential, writes HIM’s Zoe Jag-Nathan.
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BlogFar-reaching impact?
Last week the Scottish government published a consultation aimed at tackling obesity. We’ve seen a number of policies start in Scotland then become law in Westminster, says James.
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BlogVital support
GroceryAid chief executive Steve Barnes discusses the findings of its new Impact Report.
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BlogFuelling growth at the forecourt
Shoppers are increasingly turning to forecourts for their weekly top-up needs, writes Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogFlexible working
The Local Shop Report shows how the sector is offering employment flexibility, says James.
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BlogA familiar story
The growing illicit trade in e-cigarettes needs addressing by government urgently, argues Sam.
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BlogThe healthy snacking offer
As many as 27% of shoppers want more healthier options to be available within meal deals so tap into this trend, says Giorgio Rigali.