We’ve talked about the changes in the way c-store customers shop quite a few times. What you may not be aware of is the fact that in the past four years, overall consumer trips to any retail location have steadily declined. Even during the holiday quarters, trips are down three
While at first glance your store may appear clean, it may not be what your customers see. No matter the business, customers want to buy their products from a clean store. An unclean store goes beyond the physical appearance, it is the small things that matter too; such as the
Make the best selling items easier to find
Business Owners should pay close attention to the latest trends. If you can predict the emerging trends, you can determine what business decisions you should make for the upcoming year. Summer is starting, and the latest trends are coming with it. There will likely be frequent stops at convenience stores
One of the best parts about operating a c-store is that they are universally recognized across the world as a place to pick up quick essentials. Chances are international customers shop at your convenience store or small grocery store every day. You might wonder how you can best serve them,
Make Speed A Priority, Keep C- Store Customers Happy
The lottery has long been a staple of convenience stores across the nation. It appeals to a wide range of customers, and although it doesn’t offer the highest commissions for stores, it is a great traffic driver.
We’re less than a week away from the New Year of 2018 and now is a better time than ever to look into the future to start spotting the trends for the upcoming New Year. Once you have an idea of the trends to pay attention to, you can start
Most of the time, customers will know exactly what they want as soon as they enter your store. However, every day there are customers purchasing items simply because they see them on the shelf. Customers want certain things— they just don’t realize it yet. Here are our ideas for products
The human body is made up approximately 60% water and water is one of the essential needs every person needs. While consumers can get water from their kitchen sink if they’re thirsty, they enjoy the convenience of buying a bottle of water when they’re out and about. Additionally, many swear
As c-store customers continue to show in increased interest in new flavor combinations (supported by the variety of savory salty snacks now available from major suppliers), the drive to offer a wider range of ethnic and culturally diverse products continues to grow. What makes an ethnic cuisine or beverage so
In many ways the C-Store industry leads the way for innovations for both retailers and quick serve restaurants. The latest innovative products for the c-store industry include those that make it easier than ever for customers to pay and get back on the road in a hurry. They also serve
If you’re like most other business owners, you’re always thinking of ways to bring more customers to your store and how to get them to spend more money. Of course, advertising is critical to accomplishing both of these goals. While investing the time, effort, and money in the usual advertising
Every holiday season is a time for festivity and also signifies big opportunities for convenience store owners to garner some repeat business. This means attracting new customers, making sales, and building relationships to carry you through the rest of the year. The last two months of the year (November and
Many c-store owners focus on finding new customers, but maintaining the store’s current client base is just as important. Loyal customers generate a great deal of profit and encourage new customers to visit your store.
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