The posting period for Department of Justice (DOJ) mandated corrective-statement signage began July 1, 2023, for retail stores that have manufacturer cigarette promotion programs in place with Altria Group Inc., Philip Morris USA Inc., R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. and ITG Brands LLC. Signage is currently being distributed by an appointed third-party called Footprint Solutions. Your…
What C-Stores Can Learn from a McDonald’s Franchisee Reducing Turnover by 24 Percent
Sponsored by Sprockets High turnover is a common challenge in the convenience store industry. Many establishments struggle to retain qualified and experienced staff. The NACS State of the Industry Compensation Report found that The full-time employee turnover rate was 119%, and the part-time employee turnover rate was 182% in 2021. Fast-food chains face similar issues…
7-Eleven Unveils Fresh Slurpee Look
7-Eleven Inc. announced a fresh new look for its iconic Slurpee drink as part of the retailer’s new “Anything Flows” campaign. The beverage’s latest look is full of eccentric colors and eclectic vibes inspired by insights from the brand’s very own proprietary customer research panel, “The Brainfreeze Collective,” made up of over 250,000 members who…
Shopping With Your Eyes: Keys to Successful Merchandising Strategies
By Kellogg’s When it comes to establishing effective strategies that increase basket sizes and store sales, merchandising should be at the top of your list. By offering popular snacks throughout your shopper’s purchasing journey, creating bundling options, placing the right products in the right places, and promoting those products across the c-store environment, you can…
How To Launch an Independent C-Store Business
Starting an independent convenience store or grocery business can be both exciting and challenging. Aspiring entrepreneurs in the retail industry must navigate many factors to ensure their store’s successful launch and long-term viability. From choosing a catchy business name that captures the essence of their offerings to registering the business, researching insurance options, selecting the…
Consumers Come Back For The Brands They Love
By Kellogg’s Most on-the-go shoppers looking for a quick snack already know what snack brand they want before setting foot in a convenience store. Since their c-store trips average only 3-minutes1, shoppers want those favorites to be easily accessible. When shoppers have a specific craving, generic alternatives simply don’t satisfy. By prioritizing space on shelves…
Parkland to Launch New Loyalty Partnership
Parkland Corp. engaged in a new loyalty partnership with Air Canada’s Aeroplan, a Canadian travel loyalty program. The partnership will launch in the fall of 2023. “We are thrilled to come together with the Parkland family of brands to offer Aeroplan members a new way to earn and redeem points in their everyday lives,” said…
RATIONAL Named Factory of the Year
RATIONAL has been given the award for “Factory of the Year 2022” by a jury of renowned experts from the industry. The decision was made based on the fact that the production facility in Landsberg successfully faced diverse challenges and showed a resilient supply chain, increased sustainability and recruitment of skilled workers. In recent years,…
TA Reconfirms Its ‘No’ on ARKO Corp.’s Bid
TravelCenters of America Inc. (TA) has reconfirmed that it has rejected ARKO’s unsolicited bid that followed TA’s merger agreement with BP. The move came after ARKO distributed a letter to TA on March 27, restating its proposal. TA noted that its Board of Directors previously reviewed and determined that “the conditional, unsolicited and unfinanced proposal…
What’s in Store for Technology in 2023?
The National Advisory Group (NAG) is an association driven by convenience store retailers for retailers. It is an organization committed to building profits and relationships for members. Convenience store retailers have leaned on NAG for more than 35 years to help them grow sales, cut costs and generate new ideas in the competitive convenience store…