All Blogs articles – Page 4
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BlogBeyond price
With multiple players now in the market, it will be very important for discounters to start to differentiate themselves beyond price and value to have that competitive edge, says HIM’s Alice Dolling.
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BlogSelf promotion
The sector clearly needs to shout more about its benefits to the community, James believes.
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BlogHealthier range, happier shoppers
Understanding the core differences between the average shopper and the healthy snacking shopper is essential, writes HIM’s Zoe Jag-Nathan.
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BlogFar-reaching impact?
Last week the Scottish government published a consultation aimed at tackling obesity. We’ve seen a number of policies start in Scotland then become law in Westminster, says James.
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BlogVital support
GroceryAid chief executive Steve Barnes discusses the findings of its new Impact Report.
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BlogFuelling growth at the forecourt
Shoppers are increasingly turning to forecourts for their weekly top-up needs, writes Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogFlexible working
The Local Shop Report shows how the sector is offering employment flexibility, says James.
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BlogA familiar story
The growing illicit trade in e-cigarettes needs addressing by government urgently, argues Sam.
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BlogThe healthy snacking offer
As many as 27% of shoppers want more healthier options to be available within meal deals so tap into this trend, says Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogRating the options
If the government wants to torch the business rates system, that’s fine by us, but many of the things that would make the system fairer and more effective don’t need a whole new system.
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BlogFee to use?
Link must continue to be held to account over the effects of interchange fee cuts, James argues.
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BlogBeating the discounter
More shoppers are using the discounters to top up, creating a huge challenge for the convenience sector, writes Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogMaximise epos potential
Many excellent retailers are not making the most of epos and technology, says Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogWar on snacks?
Restrictions on promotions of snacks and confectionery need to work for all parties, argues Pete.
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BlogProtect reponsible retailers
Legislation has to be policed correctly to protect the many responsible retailers who often lose out financially because they comply with the law, says Samantha.
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BlogWinning during the World Cup
It’s crucial retailers are catering for viewers’ needs, tempting them through quality ranges, eye-catching displays and enticing cross-promotions, writes HIM’s Dominic Burrell.
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BlogTurn to tech to keep you running
Richard discusses the benefits of using RDM units to monitor temperatures in his chillers and freezers.
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BlogTargeting business crime
The recent expert report on tackling retail crime takes a pragmatic approach, says James.
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BlogFollowing the healthy agenda
Making it easy for shoppers to choose a healthier option over a not-so-healthy one is paramount, writes HIM’s Heidi Lanschuetzer.
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BlogAdapting the gantry
Our research indicates that retailers, and consumers, have simply got used to the inconveniences of tobacco regulation and carried on, says C-Store’s editor.