All Business Advice articles – Page 11
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Features and analysisTipping point
Shocking images of the damage our plastic use has had on the planet have put the issue firmly on the public and government’s radar. C-Store looks at what retailers are doing to reduce its use and why the war on plastic is far from straightforward.
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Features and analysisWorld Cup gallery
Football fever is sweeping the nation and plenty of people are preparing for what is the biggest sporting event in the world, including convenience retailers. The World Cup is the perfect opportunity to get customers excited for a big night in front of the box or a family barbecue while enjoying the footie.
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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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Features and analysisGDPR: Playing the data game
In a few days, hard hitting new laws on data protection will come into force. C-Store looks at what the regulations mean to your business.
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Features and analysisCrime busters
Cuts in police budgets and a rising tide of retail theft have led to some out-of-the-box thinking on how to tackle business crime. The Southern Co-op’s Gareth Lewis tells C-Store how a joined-up approach is working in Sussex
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Features and analysisRoyal wedding gallery
C-stores across the UK have been turning their stores into a haven for customers who want to celebrate the marriage of Prince Harry and Megan Markle.
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Features and analysisHappy staff, happy store
Looking after your employees’ wellbeing can have a hugely positive impact, not just on the individual, but on the business as a whole.
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Features and analysisSoft drinks industry levy comes into force today
The soft drinks levy comes into force today (6 April), with a number of industry-leading brands having been reformulated to coincide with the tax.
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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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Features and analysisEaster gallery
The daffodils are out, the lambs are bleeting and the smell of chocolate eggs is in the air - it must be time for Easter. This year retailers are pulling out all the stops to put a spring in shoppers’ step.
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Features and analysisNeed for speed
Many c-stores are under increasing pressure to cut customers’ queue times. Here C-Store looks at how retailers are investing in speedy service.
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Features and analysisThe balance of power
Small stores are forced to pay more for their energy than their supermarket competitors, which makes getting a good deal and investing in energy-efficient equipment crucial.
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Features and analysisMother's Day gallery
Mums are like gifts that keep on giving, and this year retailers are making sure their stores are filled with plenty of ways to treat your mother right.
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Features and analysisKeeping the figures in check
Most retailers would prefer to be out on the shopfloor rather than looking at the accounts, but neglect this important area at your peril.
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Features and analysisValentine's Day gallery
As the feeling of love intensifies this Valentine’s Day, independent retailers are match-making romantics with the perfect gifts to spoil their loved ones. Check out some of their creative displays here.
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Features and analysisWheels of commerce
You might think that the multiples have home delivery and click and collect all sewn up, but new players are helping to open up the market to c-store retailers ready to step up a gear. C-Store talks to store owners who are proving that they too can deliver
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Features and analysisInequality street
Men dominate senior management levels in the c-store sector, where a gender imbalance means businesses are losing out on valuable skills and insight. C-Store looks at what’s preventing women from climbing the career ladder, and what can be done to encourage equality.
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Features and analysisMergers of convenience
The Tesco and Booker merger set the c-store sector on a course of consolidation, sparking a flurry of supply deals and takeovers. C-Store asks retailers their views on how they see the activity affecting their businesses.
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Features and analysisChristmas gallery
Everyone is a little bit elfish at Christmas, but retailers and their staff have gone to a whole new level to make sure their stores are truly in the festive spirit.
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Features and analysisPay and go, go, go
There has been a revolution in the way customers pay for their shopping. C-Store looks at the potential of new card payment systems and what the technology means to retailers.