Independents

Beverages

New Chief Marketing Officer for Coca-Cola Co.

De Quinto to take position Jan. 1; Tripodi to retire

CSP Magazine

Niche Thirst

To succeed with healthy beverages, it’s all about finding the appropriate product

Special pre-conference curriculum includes store tours, innovative sessions

A 3rd-quarter mergers & acquisitions, capital markets review, part 2

Poor earnings drive 5-point plan to streamline operating model

Pugh previously was with Fresh & Easy, Walmart, Sam's Club

It’s not as if convenience stores are morphing into small versions of Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s, but make no mistake: There is a movement afoot among consumers wanting healthier food and beverage products. And while supermarkets may win most of that consumer spend, c-stores have become increasingly proactive in attracting these consumers.

Consider the more recent initiatives in the c-store industry that will demand even more technology innovation: loyalty marketing, mobile payments, digital couponing and digital currencies, EMV, data security and protection of consumer information, etc. Successfully addressing these new initiatives will require a solid technology foundation in place within your organization.

Eight steps to help increase your share of restaurant visits by optimizing your c-store design, labor and menu.

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