All articles by Nikki Cutler
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Products In DepthBig up the big night in
The lure of staying in shows no sign of waning, but retailers need to shout about their offer if they are to avoid missing out to the mults.
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Products In DepthThe hot news for hot brews
It’s all about the speciality options in hot beverages today, as younger shoppers demand barista-style coffees and health-boosting teas.
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Features and analysisLook and learn
Innovative new research has taken a shopper’s eye view to find the most effective displays a retailer can use to create sales in their store.
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Products In DepthEquipped for the future
New equipment and services can bring in new customers and make your store fit for the future. C-Store looks at what retailers are investing in
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Features and analysisA smart way of marketing
Social media marketing is a vital business tool, but many retailers still struggle to win over shoppers online. Here we highlight top web tricks.
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Features and analysisA 'nanny state' c-store
As new figures reveal record highs in childhood obesity and the government questions whether to roll out more red tape around unhealthy products, retailers are questioning whether they are doing enough to promote healthy eating to children.
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Products In DepthPut wine in the frame
Wine is up against a multitude of challenges, but manufacturers are working to keep wine relevant to capture a new generation of drinkers
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Products In DepthHow to make craft work
Craft beers and cider may be a fast-changing category, but it’s worth doing the leg work to ensure you cash in on its growing following
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Products In DepthToast the high-end tipple
Spirits sales are spilling over as shoppers choose to splash out and impress their guests with fancy bottle designs and new flavours
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Features and analysisSign up to high standards
All stores will soon have to display their food hygiene ratings for all shoppers to see, so it’s crucial retailers run a five-star operation.
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Features and analysisIt’s hip to be healthy
The hottest story in the aisles of the recent National Convenience Show was the rise of healthy products and their potential for the convenience sector. C-Store speaks to retailers and suppliers about the must-have products appearing on health-conscious shopping lists.
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Products In DepthSummer drinks: Give reasons to celebrate
The sun has the knack for putting smiles on faces and even more so for c-store retailers who can count on this season to pull in BWS shoppers
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Products In DepthRaise the bar in chocolate
Demand for chocolate treats remains strong, but today’s shoppers are also keen to try out premium products and those with a healthy twist.
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Features and analysisSoft drinks levy: Sweet talking
Retailers are being urged to take a long hard look at their soft drinks aisle as the Soft Drinks Industry Levy comes into force. C-Store examines the impact it has already had on the big brands and its likely impact on your sales.
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Products In DepthProtein: Making it to the mainstream
Turns out protein is not just a fad. It’s time for all retailers to get in on the products that now appeal to a wider variety of convenience customers
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Products In DepthCakes and biscuits: Keeping it sweet?
Time for tea means time for cakes and biscuits, and shoppers are continuing to shop for these treats despite the healty eating message
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NewsLow-alcohol labels 'misleading and unfair', say drinks brands
Low and zero-alcohol drink manufacturers are rallying support for their campaign to improve labelling.
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Features and analysisDay-Today Barassie, South Ayrshire
Being new to store ownership isn’t holding back this business duo, whose combined talents have helped double sales at their first store and expand with a second.
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Products In DepthGo nuts for healthy snacks
Shoppers are thinking more about the ingredients in their food, and as a result snacks that tick the healthy box are growing in popularity
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Products In DepthCreate the eggs factor
Despite tough competition on price, c-stores can win over the crowds at Easter thanks to the trends for luxurious gifts and self-treating