All Blogs articles – Page 5
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BlogChoosing alarm systems
Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard Inglis offers some top tips on some vital technology.
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BlogA cloudy picture
Linda and her staff are still having to educate mystified shoppers about Minimum Unit Pricing in Scotland.
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BlogWelcome to the new world
The completion of the Co-op’s takeover of Nisa signals the start of a whole new way of doing business, not just for Nisa retailers but for Costcutter stores, too, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogThe value of c-store jobs
There is much more to consider than rates per hour when it comes to employment, argues James
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BlogThe challenges of new legislation
It is imperative that BWS suppliers begin to understand the threats and opportunities Minimum Unit Pricing may present for their brands, says HIM’s Josh Clifton.
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BlogA merge too far?
The CMA needs to consider very carefully whether the proposed Asda-Sainsbury’s merger is in the best interests of shoppers and the market as a whole, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogHolding our own
Sound planning has paid off for Broadway Convenience, but the battle isn’t over yet, says Linda
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BlogCast an eye over security cameras
We now operate the latest system in our stores, Network Video Recorders (NVRs), which can produce playback quality that will make your Digital Video Recorders feel out of date, writes Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogHealthy options
There is a huge opportunity for retailers to take a proactive approach in making healthy foods more accessible and affordable to a wider population, writes HIM’s Heidi Lanschuetzer.
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Blog100 years in business
The Scottish Grocers Federation is celebrating 100 years of supporting retailers.
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BlogA more natural solution
The trick is to make it easy for consumers to recycle, not to develop an elaborate mechanism for recirculating 8p charges through the retail industry, writes C-Store’s editor.
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BlogThe high-tech way to sell tobacco
That expensive gantry may be a smart move, saving you in terms of cash and hassle, says Richard.
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BlogA choice-driven future
If there is a common thread that runs through all of our main CRA winners, it is that they have forged their own individual identities in the markets in which they operate, says David.
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BlogQuick wins to influence shoppers
Mission-led merchandising can be key to driving higher basket size and spend, says HIM’s Giorgio Rigali.
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BlogSet an example
More red tape isn’t the answer to preventing the sale of energy drinks to children, argues Premier retailer Samantha.
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BlogA launch into space
The Booker-Tesco merger needs to be a launchpad for a more profitable and competitive future for the thousands of small businesses that depend on Booker to be a strong, stable and effective partner.
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BlogLet the tech take the strain
Maybe now is the time to refresh your staff management, writes Welcome Co-op franchisee Richard.
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BlogRural ATM threat
Cuts to the Link cash machine interchange fee are concerning, says James Lowman.
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BlogDon't forget the elderly
HIM data shows that those aged 65 years and older make up almost a quarter (23%) of total c-store shoppers, writes Heidi Lanschuetzer.