News – Page 266

  • Matthew Hancock
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    Blue sky thinking

    2014-06-03T16:27:00Z

    With the General Election less than a year away, Tory small business minister Matthew Hancock argues the case for sticking the course with the Conservatives.

  • home deliveries
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    Open the door to more sales

    2014-06-03T11:08:00Z

    From being a potential lifeline for the elderly to a convenient option for busy shoppers, a home shopping service delivers plenty of benefits.

  • Cigarette feature
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    Ashes to ashes

    2014-05-22T15:05:00Z

    The tobacco market of tomorrow may look very different to today’s, but its importance to retailers remains unchanged. Here’s how to adjust to the changes.

  • In-store services
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    At your community's service

    2014-05-07T14:33:00Z

    In-store services provides an essential point of difference, and there are various and innovative ways for you to stand out from the crowd.

  • Toby Perkins
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    Labour sets out its stall

    2014-04-23T11:12:00Z

    Shadow small business minister Toby Perkins pitches the opposition’s case to C-Store readers, who he says would be better off under Labour.

  • fads
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    Watching the collectives

    2014-04-14T11:06:00Z

    They take up little counter space, are sale or return and offer 20% margins. The collectibles market is anything but just a passing fad.

  • NCS review
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    National Convenience Show review

    2014-04-10T11:21:00Z

    For those who missed the NCS at Birmingham NEC at the end of March, here are some of the highlights.

  • time management
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    Spend your time wisely

    2014-03-24T10:36:00Z

    Retailers work a busy schedule but are they making the most of their time in-store?…

  • Retailer survey
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    Recovery position

    2014-02-25T14:58:00Z

    Politicians, financial chiefs and economic commentators are saying that, finally, we are emerging from recession. But what do retailers say?

  • Food waste
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    Reducing food waste

    2014-02-15T15:52:00Z

    Fear of food waste needn’t be a barrier to offering fresh and chilled. There are plenty of ways to keep it to a minimum, or put it to good use.

  • eggs
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    Perfect partners

    2014-02-14T00:00:00Z

    It’s February 14, and there’s no mistaking the romance in the air. To celebrate this season of hearts and flowers, C-Store thought it apt to look at special relationships being created in the retail world.

  • coffee and cake
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    Café culture

    2014-01-29T16:43:00Z

    Café culture and demand for quality coffee are trends which a growing number of c-store retailers are capitalising on.

  • own brand
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    Own brand bonanza

    2014-01-14T12:56:00Z

    Big brands watch out - own brands in the independent sector are gaining popularity..

  • iPad
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    Tomorrow's world

    2013-12-19T15:45:00Z

    C-Store speaks to key figures within the industry about their predictions for 2014…

  • Chilled
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    Win back top-up shoppers with a great chilled offer

    2013-12-16T13:45:00Z

    We’ve tapped into some new category insight from HIM about the chilled dairy category to help you build a better range and display.

  • Small store
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    Small space, big impact

    2013-12-09T13:21:00Z

    Stores with a small footprint are showing that size is no barrier to success. With the right mix of products and a close eye on epos, some are even turning over much more than their larger counterparts.

  • Knight's Budgens of Hassocks
    Features and analysis

    Bag the opportunity

    2013-11-20T16:16:00Z

    It’s compulsory to charge a levy for plastic bags in Wales, but stores around the UK are following suit voluntarily as they realise its benefit.

  • Responsible retailing
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    Responsible retailing

    2013-11-08T15:51:00Z

    The benefits of responsible and sustainable business practices are wide ranging, improving life for staff, locals and generations to come.

  • Good ideas
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    Ideas worth stealing

    2013-11-06T00:00:00Z

    Taking ideas from other retailers and using them in your shop is a great way to freshen up your business. Here’s a few of the best for you to pinch.

  • Scams
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    Beware the big bad wolf

    2013-10-24T00:00:00Z

    Most store owners at some point will have been prey to small print, unwanted deliveries or scam artists pretending to offer you a great deal - the original wolves in sheep’s clothing…