Opinion – Page 2
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How 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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Convenience 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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How 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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How 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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How 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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Time 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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HFSS 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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Time 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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Convenience trends to watch in 2022
Lumina Intelligence’s Sarah Alhadeff looks at trends within the sector over the next year
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Strengthen 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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How 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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The new convenience store – with added charging stations
Checkit CEO Kit Kyte discusses the evolution of forecourts in the UK.
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Time to look online for new staff?
Our resident tech expert Richard Inglis explains how he’s using online tools to find new staff.
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Creating communities – The future of food and drink retail?
James S Clifton, group CEO of Mission Group, discusses provenance in food and drink retail.
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The benefits of creating a digital to-do list
Our resident tech expert Richard Inglis discusses the benefits of upgrading your action list.
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Natasha’s Law: what it means and what you need to do
New allergen legislation is on its way and technical manager at Country Choice Stephen Hatton outlines what retailers need to do.
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How independent retailers can retain growth by improving the customer journey
Eva Jones, head of product development & innovation at Suresite Group, shares tips for how convenience retailers can enhance the customer experience.
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How can an iPad help your business?
Our resident tech expert Richard Inglis looks at the flexibility offered by having a tablet in operation at your store.
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Pandemic legacies to change how consumers engage with food to go
Food to go has been hit hard by Covid-19, Lumina Intelligence’s Katie Prowse examines the category’s future.
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Preparing for the future with education
Sabine Benoit discusses the opportunity of education, particularly within convenience.