Opinion – Page 2
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OpinionWhy is time off important for convenience retailers?
SBF GB&I research found that independent store owners feel they cannot take time off
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OpinionWhat's the future of food to go?
Where is the growth in food to go going to come from? Lumina Intelligence’s Maria Georgiou examines the category
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OpinionWhat can retailers learn from Christmas sales?
A cost of living crisis at Christmas hit convenience but will the next festive season be the same?
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OpinionThe convenience market in 2023: challenges, trends and opportunities
Lumina Intelligence’s Sorcha Simons looks at what is facing retailers over the next year
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OpinionWhat are the challenges and opportunities for retailers in 2023?
James Lowman of the ACS looks at some of the challenges facing retailers over the next year
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OpinionVaping category causing 'significant concerns for retailers'
The ACS’ James Lowman warns of the growing threat of illicit products and underage sales within the vape category
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OpinionShould I sell my freehold retail property and business or let it to a tenant?
Confused about what to do next when it comes to selling your business? Christie & Co’s Mark Lavery outlines the different options available
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OpinionThe Big Switch: Is it time for a smoke-free future?
Is smoke-free the future of convenience retail? Kate O’Dowd, head of commercial planning at Philip Morris Limited UK & Ireland, outlines the appetite for an evolving category
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OpinionHow are your customers shopping during the summer?
In the wake of a pandemic, how are consumer trends affecting what is selling this summer? Conor Lowry, category controller at Pilgrim’s Food Masters discusses shifting habits
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OpinionConvenience retail: retaining market share and growing loyalty
Jo Hayward of BP discusses how convenience stores can grow customer loyalty in the face of growing challenges
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OpinionHow technology can help protect your staff
Tom Downes, CEO of Quail Digital, explains how technology has the potential to play a pivotal role in the safeguarding of all employees working on the shop floor
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OpinionHow will HFSS impact the soft drinks category?
CCEP’s Aaron Patel discusses the impact of HFSS on soft drinks and beyond
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OpinionHow will snacks be impacted by HFSS regulations?
The snacking category will be one of the 15 affected by HFSS but is this an opportunity for retailers? KP Snacks’ Matt Collins discusses the new legislation
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OpinionTime to start analysing your data
Want to know your customers better? You may need to start analysing your customer data more closely
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OpinionHFSS restrictions are coming: are you ready?
New legislation on the sale of HFSS is coming soon and retailers need to be prepared
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OpinionTime to get smart on energy saving
Our resident tech expert Richard Inglis looks at ways to use technology to reduce your energy bills
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OpinionConvenience trends to watch in 2022
Lumina Intelligence’s Sarah Alhadeff looks at trends within the sector over the next year
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OpinionStrengthen ties with your community in 2022
James Lowman explains how convenience stores can solidify themselves at the heart of their communities
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OpinionHow to deal with staff issues in your business
Richard Inglis discusses how he stays on top of staff issues and what support he uses
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OpinionThe new convenience store – with added charging stations
Checkit CEO Kit Kyte discusses the evolution of forecourts in the UK.