All Convenience Store articles in Blogs – Page 12
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BlogUnited front
We’re all on the same side when it comes to battling against the multiples, says Budgens retailer David Knight.
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Fresh drives top-up credibility
Competition is everywhere and it’s no longer okay to get away with a poor fresh offer, says HIM’s Blake Gladman.
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Political change
The No vote in the Scottish referendum heralds a new wave of changes across the UK, says ACS chief executive James Lowman.
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Increasing the focus
Ramesh is over the transitional stage and focusing on bedding everything in at his Southwater Londis store.
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Monitoring alcohol policy
The ACS will fight proposals to restrict the number of alcohol licences in an area, says James Lowman.
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How own label adds value
A credible own-label offer is a key way of driving loyalty, says HIM’s Jennifer Pratt.
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It’s all a gamble
Every penny spent is a gamble, says Shetland retailer Scott Preston, who is about to embark on a £25,000 refit.
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BlogThe heat is on
Sales are sizzling in the sunshine, but the heat is on as Budgens retailer David Knight has some tough decisions to make.
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A renewed focus
Ramesh Shingadia returns to his store after a short break and reaps the benefits of seeing it with fresh eyes.
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Understanding the impact
ACS chief executive James Lowman urges the Department of Health to look at the real evidence when comes to assessing the impact of plain packaging.
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Missing the point
One month on from the end of Costcutter’s distribution link with Nisa, what have we learned?
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Taking stock
Ramesh Shingadia is taking a step back after a gruelling few months with his store refit - but everything is going to plan.
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Don't forget core missions
With growing pressures facing the channel, convenience needs to re-focus on core missions to ensure its long-term success, says HIM’s Sophie Jones.
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What communities want
The overall message of a new ACS report is simple - people want diversity on their high streets, says chief executive James Lowman.
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Targets within our sights
In terms of the targets for Ramesh’s relaunched and enlarged store, there is real light at the end of the tunnel.
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BlogBuilding our defences
Aldi is expected to submit its plans in the next few weeks, but Linda Williams’ Premier store is in a strong position to hold its ground - if the worst comes to the worst.
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Why meals need to be a focus
The ‘meal for tonight’ and ‘food to go’ missions are seeing the strongest growth year-on-year, says HIM’s Sarah Ashworth.
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NewsMary Portas questions out-of-town planning decisions
Mary Portas has re-entered the high street debate with a ‘Think Piece’ reflecting on the two-year anniversary of her Portas Review.
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Brand new levies
Mandatory plastic bag charges is one piece of regulation which the ACS is fully supportive of, says chief executive James Lowman.