All Business Advice articles – Page 11
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Advice GuideWhat are the face covering rules for Welsh retailers?
Face coverings are now mandatory for staff and customers in stores in Wales, in an attempt to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
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Features and analysisTake back control of your ranging
Overwhelmed by changing ranges? IRI’s head of convenience Stephen Lampard discusses how to get the most from them.
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Advice GuideHow to prepare for looming school traffic
Flows of school traffic are set to pour into store aisles come early September. Are you ready?
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Features and analysisTime to take action on crimes against shop workers
The lack of government action on verbal and physical abuse against shop workers has prompted USDAW to launch a petition demanding stronger legislation.
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Features and analysisStore owners share their post-lockdown priorities
With lockdown restrictions loosening, the previously relentless demand on c-stores has eased a little and retailers can now think about other areas of their business.
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Features and analysisWhy Shop Local Week is important for your business
Shop Local Week 2020 (10-16 August) has begun and the government is hoping to kickstart the high street.
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Features and analysisMicrobusiness energy supplier overhaul proposed by Ofgem
A consultation into microbusiness energy supply contracts has been launched by Ofgem but what exactly is the watchdog proposing and how might it help you get the best energy deal?
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OpinionOn Demand Convenience: huge potential but low penetration
Lumina Intelligence’s Sarah Coleman outlines the potential for on demand convenience
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Dear JacLooking for a card machine supplier?
Dear Jac asked you all for advice on card machine suppliers and you certainly delivered. Just be sure to check the fine print.
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Dear JacCouncil sees us as a soft target over waste licence
Dear Jac hears from some retailers who feel victimised by their local council.
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Features and analysisIs it the right time to buy or sell a site?
Retail property specialists Christie & Co has reported record interest in the convenience sector, is it the right time to make a deal?
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Interviews and ProfilesSpar MD Louise Hoste on keeping shelves stocked through the coronavirus pandemic
Spar UK managing director Louise Hoste explains how the group supported retailers in the early days of the lockdown and how it’s adapting its offer to meet changing shopper missions
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Advice GuideCan convenience stores cash in on the online delivery trend?
Independent retailers have moved quickly to introduce delivery services to their businesses but what’s the point if your customers don’t know about it?
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Features and analysisCoronavirus: Will the boost to local shopping last after lockdown?
New research from YouGov suggests the trend might be here to stay
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Advice GuideGoing viral in lockdown: the best examples of c-store social media from around the world
Social media is a powerful tool for an independent retailer looking to engage in their community. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have some fun with it.
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Advice GuideHow to retain customers post-lockdown
Business has never been better but what happens when customers start to drift back to the multiples? How can you keep the shoppers you gained during lockdown?
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Products In DepthNine things you need to know about the crisps and snacks category
Convenience Store investigates the key factors shaping the crisps and snacks category
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Features and analysisAdvice on age-restricted sales when shoppers are wearing face coverings
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has worked with Trading Standards to provide clarity for local shops about the sale of age-restricted products in relation to customers wearing face masks or face coverings.
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Features and analysisCoronavirus: claiming a grant to cover wages for furloughed staff
Employers can now submit their applications for funding for a grant to cover 80% of the salary of workers furloughed as a result of the coronavirus.
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Advice GuideCoronavirus: Seven ways to turn new shoppers into loyal customers
C-store retailers have welcomed millions of new customers through their doors as people adapt to life under lockdown, but how can retailers hang on to these shoppers in the long term?