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bp Breaks Ground on Texas Solar Project
bp has begun construction on its new 187MWdc Peacock Solar project, which is located 10 miles north of Corpus Christi, Texas. Peacock will sell all of the electricity it generates under a long-term power purchase agreement to Gulf Coast Growth Ventures (GCGV), a joint venture between ExxonMobil and SABIC, which produces materials used to manufacture…
Maximizing Loss Prevention: How Applegreen Uses Envysion to Safeguard Profits
In today’s competitive convenience store and travel plaza industry, loss prevention and asset protection has become a crucial aspect of ensuring sustained profitability. One company that has taken this challenge head-on is Applegreen, a travel plaza chain operating across the globe. At the forefront of their loss prevention and asset protection efforts is David Adelman,…
Dispensed Beverages Tail Fuel in Purchase Frequency
While fuel continues to lead the c-store industry in customer purchases, following somewhat closely behind is cold dispensed beverages. It goes without saying that fuel will likely retain that top slot for the foreseeable future, however retailers can certainly benefit by capitalizing on other options. A recent report by FooderviceResults, alongside CStore Decisions and the…
Lula Convenience Partners With Core-Mark
Lula Convenience has announced a partnership with Core-Mark, a premier distributor in the c-store retail industry that offers a comprehensive suite of products, marketing programs and advanced technology solutions. Core-Mark serves approximately 50,000 customer locations across the U.S. and Canada through its network of 37 distribution centers. This collaboration is designed to empower Core-Mark’s network…
ThinAir with Electrostatic HEPA: Elevate Your Experience
By Joshua Griffing, Director of Marketing & International Sales C-Store managers and business owners are familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Adherence to the ADA Standards for Accessible Design is vital, and staying up to date with the latest options and best practices for your commercial space can means fewer updates in the…
Couche-Tard to Sell 68 Circle K Locations
Alimentation Couche-Tard has announced that it will sell 68 of its Circle K locations, located across 21 states in the U.S. The stores have an average size of 2,300 square feet and an average lot size of 23,000 square feet. Of the sites, 37 are fee-owned and 31 are leased, while 42 properties sell fuel,…
Coffee Remains Reliable
Coffee is a c-store staple, with the majority of retail sites offering it in some capacity. Therefore, it is no surprise that c-store customers report favoring it over other beverage options. In a report conducted by FoodserviceResults, working with CStore Decisions and the National Advisory Group (NAG), it was found that 9% of c-store customers…
Parker’s Donates $1 Million to Nonprofit
Parker’s recently made a $1 million donation to America’s Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, a nonprofit organization based in Savannah, Ga. The organization serves as a food safety net for tens of thousands of individuals who are at risk for hunger across a 21-county area. On Sept. 27, Parker’s founder and CEO Greg Parker presented…
H&S Energy Partners with LottoShield
H&S Energy recently announced that it has integrated LottoShield’s lottery management system across its entire network of 165 stores. H&S Energy has noted that this action underscores its aggressive technology adoption strategy and aligns well with its ambitious expansion plans to double. Through significant reductions in labor hours, increased operational efficiencies and a marked decrease…
What Are Foodservice Best Practices?
You’ve decided to take the plunge into foodservice, one of the fastest-growing and most profitable categories in c-stores. Now, it’s time to get your operation up and running using best practices to make sure it is as efficient and safe as it could possibly be. When arranging your menu, plan for your offerings to use…
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Dispensed Beverages Tail Fuel in Purchase Frequency
While fuel continues to lead the c-store industry in customer purchases, following somewhat closely behind is cold dispensed beverages. It goes without saying that fuel will likely retain that top slot for the foreseeable future, however retailers can certainly benefit by capitalizing on other options. A recent report by FooderviceResults, alongside CStore Decisions and the…
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Maximizing Loss Prevention: How Applegreen Uses Envysion to Safeguard Profits
In today’s competitive convenience store and travel plaza industry, loss prevention and asset protection has become a crucial aspect of ensuring sustained profitability. One company that has taken this challenge head-on is Applegreen, a travel plaza chain operating across the globe. At the forefront of their loss prevention and asset protection efforts is David Adelman,…
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Is Everything Going According to Plan?
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) now says “by the end of 2023” will be their announcement date of final regulations for the ban of menthol tobacco products and flavored cigars. If this new timetable and the FDA’s 12-month enactment period are the mileposts, c-store chains and independents now have all of 2024 to figure…
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Fall Snacks and Beverage ReviewAssociate Editor of CStore Decisions Zhane Isom reviews a beverage and snacks perfect for the fall months. These are Café…
Snacks and Sparkling Beverage Taste TestZhane Isom, associate editor of CStore Decisions, tries new products, including Super Mario-Themed Oreos, GLOW Pineapple Blood Orange Sparkling Hydration…
Summer Product RoundupErin Del Conte, editor-in-chief, CStore Decisions, reviews three new products, including Ocean Spray Snack Medley in Blueberry Cran, Pineapple Cran…
Road Trip RoundupCStore Decisions Senior Editor Emmy Boes tries snacks that convenience store customers might pick up for a road trip. These…
Snacks and Sour Candy ReviewAssociate Editor of CStore Decisions Zhane Isom reviews Tootsie Fruit Chews Sour, Takis Dragon Sweet Chili and Entenmann’s Bakers Delights…
Spicy & Sweet: Snack and Beverage Taste TestErin Del Conte, editor-in-chief of CStore Decisions, taste tests Chipoys rolled tortilla chips in Spicy Ranch, Original, Fire Red Hot…
Summertime BeveragesCStore Decisions’ Senior Editor Emmy Boes tries three different beverages that customers may find appealing during the warmer months. These…
May Taste TestZhane Isom, associate editor of CStore Decisions, tries Old Trapper peppered beef jerky, Vizzy Orange Cream Pop hard seltzer and…
April Snacks and Beverage ReviewAssociate Editor of CStore Decisions Zhane Isom reviews Hostess Chocolate Drizzle Baby Bundts, RITZ Everything Toasted Chips and Rockstar Recovery…
Snacks, Energy and Hydration Taste TestErin Del Conte, editor-in-chief of CStore Decisions, reviews Takis Intense Nacho Non-Spicy Tortilla Chips, as well as Takis Waves Potato…
Snacks for the Packed LunchEmmy Boes, senior editor of CStore Decisions, tries snacks that would be great additions to a packed lunch. These include…
2023 NAG Conference HighlightsHere’s a recap of the 2023 National Advisory Group (NAG) Conference, which was held at the JW Marriott in Austin,…
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Overcoming Challenges in Hiring and RetentionThe COVID-19 pandemic may no longer be a primary concern in 2023, but its impact on the economy and the…
The 2023 Social Media AwardsFor the 11th consecutive year, CStore Decisions is celebrating convenience store chains standing out on social media for their creativity…
CStore Decisions’ 2022 40 Under 40 Leaders to WatchC-store retailers have faced several challenges in 2022, from labor shortages, continued supply chain issues, a lingering pandemic, mounting inflation,…
Navigating Staffing Challenges in Today’s Labor MarketAfter two years of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply challenges and labor shortages, c-store retailers are evaluating labor management practices in…
The 2022 Social Media AwardsCStore Decisions, for the 10th consecutive year, is recognizing convenience store chains standing out on social media. For the second…
CStore Decisions’ 2021 40 Under 40 Leaders to WatchThroughout 2021, c-store retailers have grappled with ongoing challenges due to the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, including supply chain issues, labor…
Labor Management in the Age of COVID-19CStore Decisions and Humetrics, for the 13th consecutive year, have collaborated on the annual Human Resources (HR) Benchmarking Survey, which…
The 2021 Social Media AwardsCStore Decisions, for the ninth consecutive year, is recognizing convenience store chains standing out on social media. If there was…
CStore Decisions’ 2020 40 Under 40 C-Store Leaders to Watch2020 has brought challenges to the c-store industry like no other. The COVID-19 pandemic arrived in spring, changing the way…
C-Stores Conquer New HR ChallengesCStore Decisions’ and Humetrics’ 12th annual Human Resources (HR) Benchmarking Survey polled c-store retailers — between Jan. 5 and March…
The 2020 Social Media AwardsCStore Decisions, for the eighth consecutive year, is recognizing convenience store chains leading the way on social media and mobile…
2019 40 Under 40Today’s retail environment is changing faster than ever before as technological disruption pushes c-stores to adapt for the future while…
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Limited-Edition Malt Beverage Variety PackSeagram’s Escapes has partnered with JOLLY TIME to launch a limited-edition Pop & Watch variety pack featuring new, seasonal flavors:…
Sweet and Spicy Chicken BitesChester’s Chicken has introduced its new Sweet Chili Chicken Bites in a battle against its popular Honey Stung Chicken Bites.…
Meat Snacks Gold Award: Fiorucci Pizza-Flavored Paninos Snack Pack by Fiorucci Foods Inc.Fiorucci Foods’ new unique-to-market Pizza-Flavored Paninos are now available in a 1.5-ounce, two-count, easy-open package. Each serving contains no artificial…
Meat Snacks Silver Award: Old Wisconsin 2.5-ounce Hot and Spicy Sausage and Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks by Carl Buddig and Co.Turn up the heat with Old Wisconsin’s new 2.5-ounce Hot and Spicy Sausage and Pepper Jack Cheese sticks. The sausage…
Meat Snacks Bronze Award: Bacon Cheddar Sticks Two Ounce by Wenzel’s FarmWenzel’s Farm blends its rich, smoky beef flavor with cheddar cheese and bacon to create a snack stick that tastes…
Store Equipment Gold Award: Stowaway Cart by Adco IndustriesThe Stowaway two-tier folding cart provides heavy-duty service use with the ability of folding to minimize footprint for storage. Stowaway…
Store Equipment Silver Award: LAS1 LED Architectural Strip with Selectable CCT by US LEDThe LAS1 LED Linear Architectural Strip delivers brilliant illumination and visual comfort for those looking for a sophisticated indoor lighting…
Store Equipment Bronze Award: Secure Display Case by Modern Store EquipmentThe Secure Display case from Modern Store Equipment offers an unparalleled level of protection from theft. Four high-power magnetic locks…
Technology Gold Award: Epson OmniLink TM-m50II-H POS Receipt Printer by Epson America Inc.The Epson OmniLink TM-m50II-H receipt printer is designed to cater to the rapidly evolving needs of the c-store industry. Marking…
Technology Gold Award: The Lula Store Platform by Lula ConvenienceThe Lula Store Platform is the first all-in-one delivery solution built for convenience stores. Hundreds of companies are using Lula…
Technology Silver Award: Quorso by Quorso US IncQuorso is the modern way to run data-guided retail operations. Artificial intelligence turns terabytes of retail data (point-of-sale, shrink, inventory,…
Technology Bronze Award: Dart Smart by Contract Datascan LLCMost c-store owners or managers have a pretty good handle on their inventory. Which SKUs shrink fastest? Where do out-of-stock…
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PDI Technologies Launches New Solutions and ProgramsPDI Technologies recently announced the launch of brand-new solutions and programs to connect operations and address industry challenges. “The convenience…
Neon CEO Talks Forward ProgressNeon Marketplace, which operates seven locations in New England, recently announced new leadership. Adi Dhandhania has taken the helm as…
How To Launch an Independent C-Store BusinessStarting an independent convenience store or grocery business can be both exciting and challenging. Aspiring entrepreneurs in the retail industry…
Road Ranger Commits to Everyday ConsumersRoad Ranger has partnered with retail technology company Upside to attract more customers to its stations and provide them with…
How to Expand into Mult-Unit OperationsEvery retail operator starts with that first single store. The management hones their operational skills; develops a “how-to-go-to-market” strategy; and…
Neighborhood C-Stores Deemed Important to ConsumersSurgePays recently conducted a survey focusing on the underbanked and underserved communities looking at consumers’ perspectives and attitudes toward independent…
How Can C-Stores Cope With Supply Chain Issues?How can convenience stores cope with lingering supply chain issues? The answer is to take several commonsense steps that can…
Restaurants Add Thanksgiving Items to MenuRestaurants have been welcoming customers this holiday season by adding Thanksgiving items to their menus. SpotOn, a restaurant software and…
Restroom Sanitation Rises in SignificanceWINNER: High’s of Baltimore High’s continues to upgrade its restroom features and value the importance of sanitation as an influence…
Fast Break Promotes Outdoor RecreationIn a distinctive twist on the typical convenience store, Fast Break Bait & Tackle houses a fisherman’s paradise, ideally situated…
Corner Store Cements Its Place in the Seminole, Texas AreaIn an area where business is still done with a handshake, c-store chain Corner Store brings customer service to a…
Independent Operators PersevereSmall independent convenience store retailers are not only grappling with the same inflation, supply chain issues and labor shortages as…