David Knight
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- Davidknight@wrbm.com
BlogThe 'F' word
Consolidation in the sector has turned Budgens retailer David’s thoughts to franchising.
BlogA 'lost year' in retail
2017 might be seen as a year of ‘wait and see’ for West Sussex-based Budgens retailer David, but 2018 promises to be a year of action.
BlogTipping point
There is a tipping point where artificially low food prices are no longer sustainable, says West Sussex Budgens retailer David Knight.
BlogCautiously optimistic - again
Budgens retailer David Knight takes the long view on the proposed Tesco-Booker merger.
BlogKeeping up with trends
The challenge is to keep meeting changing consumer tastes, says West Sussex Budgens retailer David Knight.
BlogEvent planning
Sound preparation and offering something different paid off for Knight’s Budgens at Easter.
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Riding the storm
The competition’s hotting up with Sainbury’s Local opening in Hassocks, but Budgens retailer David Knight is keeping his cool
BlogLighting up Christmas
Sussex retailer David Knight urges all retailers to get into the community spirit at Christmas.
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United front
We’re all on the same side when it comes to battling against the multiples, says Budgens retailer David Knight.
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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Up and running
Since Budgens retailer David Knight opened his second store, customer reaction and sales have been very encouraging.
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New year, new store
Budgens retailer David Knight has purchased a new 6,000sq ft store a few miles from his award-winning Hassocks store.
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Breaking bad
David Knight’s decision to upgrade his building security prevented a gang from breaking into his Hassocks store. But he was not prepared for the lack of police support.
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Working holiday
While Hassocks took its holidays, it was back to school for Budgens retailer David Knight who undertook a comprehensive review of his business.
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Silly season
Contemplating two seasons in one day can be a challenge for retailers, says Budgens retailer David Knight.
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Point of difference
As the maket matures, we all need to understand what makes us different in order to survive, says Budgens retailer David Knight.
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Seasonal sales
Sussex Budgens retailer David Knight has been working harder to capitalise on events in the 2013 calendar.
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Let it snow
“All we need is snow to help things along” was Budgens retailer David Knight’s most quoted phrase…and then it came.
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Planning for Christmas
At this point you realise that all the Christmas planning in the world will not give that magical answer, says Budgens retailer David Knight.


















