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Technology/Services

Kwik Trip Completes Conversion to Digital Shelf Labels 3 Months Early

 By Chuck Ulie on Aug. 20, 2024

Technology allows convenience-store chain to ‘increase our efficiency and accuracy while delivering the best experience to our guests’

Foodservice

Steal This Foodservice Idea: Pour Some Wow Into Your Coffee Program

 Aug. 15, 2024

QuikTrip’s tap system replaces previous cappuccino machines, ‘elevating your coffee experience’

Company News

When the C-Store Becomes the Destination

By Aimee Levitt on Jul. 22, 2024

How some convenience retailers are positioning themselves as the place to be

Technology/Services

Global Market Expansion Raises Risk for Convenience Stores

By Diane Adam on Jul. 11, 2024

C-store executives, industry insiders discuss heightened risks and responsibilities of global sourcing at Risk Management and Captive Insurance Forum

Foodservice

How Convenience Stores Are Revolutionizing Food Offerings

Sponsored content from our partner IFMA on Jul. 11, 2024

Convenience stores are evolving from quick stops for snacks and drinks to destinations for quality food and beverages. A recent IFMA webinar revealed that 96% of c-store operators view foodservice as critical to their long-term success, with consumer spending on pre-prepared food and beverages expected to reach $43.8MM in 2024.

Foodservice

Retailer Commitment Essential for a Successful Convenience-Store Foodservice Program

By Chuck Ulie on Jul. 03, 2024

Expert at CSP forum also addresses how cleanliness and a friendly staff are crucial

Technology/Services

Cleanliness, Ambiance Growing in Importance for Convenience-Store Consumers, Report Shows

By Chuck Ulie on Jun. 14, 2024

53% consider cleanliness a ‘crucial factor’ when choosing where to shop, Intouch Insight says

Foodservice

More Consumers Turning to Convenience Stores for Food Over Fast-Food Outlets, Report Shows

By Chuck Ulie on Jun. 12, 2024

This trend, up 11 percentage points in last 2 years, ‘is driven by improved food quality and variety,’ Intouch Insight says

Snacks & Candy

Trending Treats: Freeze-Dried Candy and Waffle Cone Snacks

By Diane Adam on May 20, 2024

Freeze drying candy gains in popularity thanks to social media platform TikTok

Snacks & Candy

The Current State of Snacking

Sponsored content from our partner IFMA on May 17, 2024

Leverage snacking to fuel growth among younger generations and meet the cravings that pick up in the afternoon and late evening. Learn how consumers prefer all-day menus, and why bakery goods at breakfast and handhelds at lunchtime are winning choices.

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