Convenience Store Decisions

RFID: Not Ready For Prime Time
While radio frequency tracking may represent the future for distribution, warehouse inventory management still relies on the tried and true.

Empowering Customers
While c-stores have been slow to embrace self-service checkout, experts predict this technology could change retail operations.

Embracing the Kiosk Revolution
Customer-friendly foodservice ordering terminals are rapidly becoming a common site at large and small chains.

Front End

Indulging Consumers with Upscale Foodservice
In a Minnesota town surveyed by the pioneer son of Daniel Boone, there’s a foodservice offering coming from the pioneering spirit of a travel center owner and a national ice cream chain.

Wawa Dons the Dinner Apron
Despite the growing emphasis on breakfast, chains remain bullish on the evening daypart.

By the Numbers

Couche-Tard Acquires Illinois Stores

Marathon Commits To Alternative Fuels

CHS to Acquire Zip Trip

Managers Notebook

Nutty About Seeds
Health benefits, new flavors and innovative packaging have boosted consumer interest in this often overlooked category.

Operations and Marketing

Recession Rx for Business
Eleven ways to infuse your company with the leadership skills to thrive in tough times.

Rising Star

Servicing the Customer
Brian Beggs Owner, Walt’s Petroleum Service in Schofi eld, Wis.

2008 CSD Reader’s Choice

Packaged Beverage
Soft Drinks/Juices/Teas

Isotonics and Energy Drinks

Bottled Water

Beer and Adult Beverages

Cigarettes

Cigars & Smokeless Tobacco

Dispensed Beverages (Cold)
Cold/Frozen

Dispensed Beverages (Hot)
Hot (Coffee and Tea)

Candy, Gum, Mints

Prepared Foods/Fresh Bakery

Branded Fast Food

Packaged Snacks

Fully Prepared Hot/Cold Sandwiches

Ice Cream/ Frozen Novelty

Health and Beauty Care/ General Merchandise

ATM/POS Systems

Technology

Car Washes & Car Care Equipment

Category Analysis

Consumers Crunch Their Coins
Shoppers’ renewed interest in bargains and streamlined shopping can prove fertile ground for savvy c-stores.

Blog

Stepping into Spring and Springing into Summer
While the market may be dealing retailers a bad hand, this is the season to differentiate your offering.