Technology is giving c-store owners more resources in the battle for better store security. Smart safe technology — smart in that it connects the internet, point-of-sale (POS) stations, cash management technology and back-office systems — automatically accepts, validates, records and stores cash. Its use is on the rise among c-store operators today, as it keeps…
Retailers Investing in POS Solutions
The point-of-sale (POS) and back-office infrastructure at convenience stores continues to evolve with a shift to cloud computing on the backend and a move toward software upgrades at the POS. Mike Wilson, chief operating officer at Cubby’s Inc., which operates 41 c-stores in South Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska, continues to see “a push toward cloud…
Ambitious C-Store Chain to Add BTMs
In an effort to add more options for consumers, a c-store chain with more than 270 locations throughout western Pennsylvania, Ohio, northern West Virginia, Maryland and Indiana partnered with Lux Vending LLC dba Bitcoin Depot Inc., a U.S.-based bitcoin ATM (BTM) operator and fintech company. GetGo Café + Market will have Bitcoin Depot’s BTMs installed…
Expanding Electronic Payments
C-stores are expanding mobile and contactless payment options for customers in 2023 as they look to stay at the forefront of electronic payment innovation. “Currently, we are witnessing a rise in contactless payments and biometric technology in the c-store industry,” said Suraz Kayastha, information officer for Quick Track, which operates more than 114 stores across…
Tech-Savvy C-Store Chain Launches EV Network
A prominent c-store chain has announced its new proprietary electric vehicle (EV) charging network and app. It delivers a convenient and reliable fast charging experience at select stores in the U.S. and coming soon to Canada. The chain intends to build one of the largest and most compatible EV fast charging networks of any retailer…
NRS Joins Out of Home Network With PerView
National Retail Solutions (NRS) announced that it is now leveraging the Place Exchange PerView offering to deliver reach, frequency and impression measurement for its entire network of over 22,000 Digital Out of Home (DOOH) displays. Place Exchange’s PerView measurement solution, developed in line with the OAAA OOH Impression Measurement Guidelines, offer media owners like NRS…
Quality Dairy Launches Online SNAP/EBT Services
Quality Dairy has launched online SNAP (food stamps) payments at all 26 convenience stores across the Greater Lansing, Mich., area for on-demand home delivery and curbside pickup and is the only convenience store offering this feature in the Lansing, Mich., market. Customers may also purchase SNAP-ineligible items using traditional payment methods in the same order…
Yesway Revamps Loyalty Program With New Partnership
Yesway switched to Stuzo, the provider of Wallet Steering, powered by its Open Commerce product bundle, to power the Yesway and Allsup’s Rewards customer loyalty program. Stuzo’s unified Open Commerce products consist of: Activate for Intelligent 1:1 Loyalty, Transact for Contactless Commerce, Experience for Cross-Channel Customer Experiences, and Retailer Connect for Corporate-to-Dealer Program Management. “We’re thrilled to…
Parker’s Debuts New Rewards App
Parker’s recently launched a new Parker’s Rewards app that offers an improved user-friendly design, added security and a more personalized customer experience. The free app is available for download through the App Store or Google Play. “Our Parker’s Rewards app has been extremely popular with customers and now offers a number of upgraded features designed…
CMA-Approved Clamshell Container
One of Eco-Products’ nine-inch, three-compartment Vanguard clamshells has earned CMA-W approval from the Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA), making it the first molded fiber item made with no added per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to be approved by CMA. Vanguard is a groundbreaking line of compostable plates and containers made from molded fiber. The products use a […]