More blogs – Page 4
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Blog100 years in business
The Scottish Grocers Federation is celebrating 100 years of supporting retailers.
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BlogA more natural solution
The trick is to make it easy for consumers to recycle, not to develop an elaborate mechanism for recirculating 8p charges through the retail industry, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogThe high-tech way to sell tobacco
That expensive gantry may be a smart move, saving you in terms of cash and hassle, says Richard.
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BlogA choice-driven future
If there is a common thread that runs through all of our main CRA winners, it is that they have forged their own individual identities in the markets in which they operate, says David.
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BlogQuick wins to influence shoppers
Mission-led merchandising can be key to driving higher basket size and spend, says HIM’s Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogSet an example
More red tape isn’t the answer to preventing the sale of energy drinks to children, argues Premier retailer Samantha.
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BlogA launch into space
The Booker-Tesco merger needs to be a launchpad for a more profitable and competitive future for the thousands of small businesses that depend on Booker to be a strong, stable and effective partner.
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BlogLet the tech take the strain
Maybe now is the time to refresh your staff management, writes Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogRural ATM threat
Cuts to the Link cash machine interchange fee are concerning, says James Lowman.
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BlogDon't forget the elderly
HIM data shows that those aged 65 years and older make up almost a quarter (23%) of total c-store shoppers, writes Heidi Lanschuetzer.
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BlogThe 'F' word
Consolidation in the sector has turned Budgens retailer David’s thoughts to franchising.
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BlogFinal hurdle
For retailers supplied by one of the Booker brands, the Tesco-Booker merger cannot come soon enough, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogWorking together
Only by working collaboratively can major government policy be made to work, argues Pete.
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BlogTech matters
Welcome Co-op owner Richard Inglis begins a new blog focusing on how he utilises technology to improve efficiencies.
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BlogDon't waste the chance
An unusual combination of Theresa May and David Attenborough has put plastic waste firmly on the public agenda, writes C-Store’s editor
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BlogNew year, new starts
It’s helpful to know that 32% of men and 42% of women are this year making a new year’s resolution, says HIM’s Chloe Kent.
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BlogTake shop theft seriously
The way the police, courts and government treat shop theft is a growing concern for James.
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BlogA very new, new year
With such unprecedented change about to sweep through the independent convenience sector, 2018 will certainly be all about the “new”.
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BlogMonitoring festivities
The final piece in our Christmas jigsaw is to refresh the team on the importance of festive responsible retailing, says Premier retailer Sam.