Latest Posts – Page 3
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BlogStaying ahead of the hackers
Despite a robust set-up, Richard’s IT system was hacked. Here’s his advice after the experience
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BlogFee to use?
Link must continue to be held to account over the effects of interchange fee cuts, James argues.
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BlogBeating the discounter
More shoppers are using the discounters to top up, creating a huge challenge for the convenience sector, writes Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogMaximise epos potential
Many excellent retailers are not making the most of epos and technology, says Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogWar on snacks?
Restrictions on promotions of snacks and confectionery need to work for all parties, argues Pete.
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BlogProtect reponsible retailers
Legislation has to be policed correctly to protect the many responsible retailers who often lose out financially because they comply with the law, says Samantha.
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BlogWinning during the World Cup
It’s crucial retailers are catering for viewers’ needs, tempting them through quality ranges, eye-catching displays and enticing cross-promotions, writes HIM’s Dominic Burrell.
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BlogTurn to tech to keep you running
Richard discusses the benefits of using RDM units to monitor temperatures in his chillers and freezers.
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BlogTargeting business crime
The recent expert report on tackling retail crime takes a pragmatic approach, says James.
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BlogFollowing the healthy agenda
Making it easy for shoppers to choose a healthier option over a not-so-healthy one is paramount, writes HIM’s Heidi Lanschuetzer.
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BlogAdapting the gantry
Our research indicates that retailers, and consumers, have simply got used to the inconveniences of tobacco regulation and carried on, says C-Store’s editor.
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BlogChoosing alarm systems
Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard Inglis offers some top tips on some vital technology.
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BlogA cloudy picture
Linda and her staff are still having to educate mystified shoppers about Minimum Unit Pricing in Scotland.
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BlogWelcome to the new world
The completion of the Co-op’s takeover of Nisa signals the start of a whole new way of doing business, not just for Nisa retailers but for Costcutter stores, too, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogThe value of c-store jobs
There is much more to consider than rates per hour when it comes to employment, argues James
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BlogThe challenges of new legislation
It is imperative that BWS suppliers begin to understand the threats and opportunities Minimum Unit Pricing may present for their brands, says HIM’s Josh Clifton.
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BlogA merge too far?
The CMA needs to consider very carefully whether the proposed Asda-Sainsbury’s merger is in the best interests of shoppers and the market as a whole, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogHolding our own
Sound planning has paid off for Broadway Convenience, but the battle isn’t over yet, says Linda
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BlogCast an eye over security cameras
We now operate the latest system in our stores, Network Video Recorders (NVRs), which can produce playback quality that will make your Digital Video Recorders feel out of date, writes Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogHealthy options
There is a huge opportunity for retailers to take a proactive approach in making healthy foods more accessible and affordable to a wider population, writes HIM’s Heidi Lanschuetzer.