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CSP Magazine

So Where Are We?

Clearly, c-stores have room for improvement. Some of this is simply a matter of more consistently executing on the basics and opportunities already discussed. But some of it shows a large gulf between consumer expectations and business realities.

Beverages

Dr Pepper Snapple Jumps on Keurig Cold Bandwagon

Will provide some of its flavor syrups for at-home brewing

Hamilton responsible for growing sales and profits

Energy drinks and teas see double-digit dollar growth

Bevyz acquisition strengthens Keurig's technology portfolio

Part of ongoing distribution franchise expansion with Coca-Cola Co.

With the largest beverage category--CSDs--in decline, convenience retailers are focused on who else they can sell beverages to. Beyond the opportunity to draw additional sales, the added benefit is the opportunity to improve market-basket totals and margins by reaching out to new demographics.

Will roll out touch-screen soda fountains in all locations by May 2015

Energy-drink sales "soft" on back of fewer promotions

Expanded "Corner Store" now called "uberESSENTIALS"

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