News – Page 282

  • Pricing
    News

    Playing the numbers game

    2014-12-08T00:00:00Z

    Employing a few key learnings from the complex world of number psychology when setting your price points could add up.

  • Retailers
    News

    Soft drinks summit with CCE

    2014-12-04T00:00:00Z

    C-Store welcomed leading retailers and senior personnel from Coca-Cola Enterprises to its first Soft Drinks Summit last month.

  • Energy brokers
    News

    Get the deal on energy brokers

    2014-11-19T12:24:00Z

    Energy expert Brian O’Hagan offers some top tips on how to make sure you’re switched on when it comes to dealing with energy brokers.

  • local suppliers
    News

    Special delivery

    2014-10-22T16:44:00Z

    The speciality and local products market has become small stores’ secret weapon when it comes to offering lines that the large stores can’t. C-Store looks at how retailers are managing this burgeoning category 

  • Food to go
    Advice Guide

    Food to go: Take it away…

    2014-10-10T15:36:00Z

    Retailers both large and small are recognising the benefits of food to go. C-Store takes a look at what can be achieved, however big your footprint or finances.

  • Food to go
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    Good to go

    2014-10-08T12:07:00Z

    More shoppers are heading your way, on the hunt for food to go. C-Store looks at how to satisfy their needs and where the market is heading next.

  • targeting perceptions
    News

    Targeting perceptions

    2014-09-30T11:12:00Z

    Whether you’re big on fresh or keen on value, getting the message across to consumers is as important as the stock on your shelves…

  • fruit and veg
    News

    The pick of the bunch

    2014-09-23T00:00:00Z

    C-Store gets up early to accompany Vic Grewal on his weekly trip to London’s Western International produce market for a lesson in how to get the pick of fresh produce.

  • Property
    News

    Cash in the attic

    2014-09-09T12:32:00Z

    Retailer profits usually come from the shop floor, but could a similarly profitable revenue stream be right above your head? C-Store chats to retailers who have made the move into property letting.

  • ranging
    News

    Repetitive strain

    2014-08-26T12:01:00Z

    With new products being introduced to the market all the time, it’s a constant challenge for retailers to keep a meaningful range within a small shop…

  • counterfeit money
    News

    Put an end to money trouble

    2014-08-25T17:00:00Z

    Accepting a forged note could cost you dear, but there are some fool-proof ways to ensure you and your staff know a fake from the real deal.

  • West_Malling
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    Fuelling growth

    2014-08-14T11:38:00Z

    The forecourt industry in the UK has evolved and today’s operators are serious players, where fresh and food to go are as vital as fuel.

  • Staff Scotmid Banton
    News

    The gift that goes on giving

    2014-07-31T10:00:00Z

    Retailers around the country are proving that the benefits of organising fundraising events for charity outweigh the time and effort involved.

  • customer
    News

    Ask your audience

    2014-07-17T00:00:00Z

    At a loss as to how you can improve your business? Then ask your customers…

  • US influences
    News

    Land of opportunity

    2014-07-01T15:00:00Z

    Retailers are looking to across the pond for products that will set them apart from the competition.

  • Disabled sign
    News

    Disability rights and wrongs

    2014-07-01T12:11:00Z

    The disposable income of disabled people is put at a whopping £80bn, but how many c-stores are meeting this group’s shopping needs?

  • super-strength lager
    News

    Falling out of favour

    2014-06-18T00:00:00Z

    Super-strength beer and cider are losing their space on the shelf as retailers sign up to local authority schemes to stop selling the products.

  • HIM
    News

    Boost your basket

    2014-06-16T10:48:00Z

    HIM Research & Consulting is urging convenience retailers to seize the opportunities to increase basket size and customer spend this year.

  • Matthew Hancock
    News

    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
    News

    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.