Most c-store owners understand that advancements in payment technology are causing fuel consumers to come into the c-store from the pump less and less. Because gas margins are so thin compared to those on items sold inside the c-store, this is a troubling trend for store owners. C-store owners can no longer simply rely on great fuel prices to drive their store’s customer traffic and loyalty. Now, retailers are under pressure to innovate and keep their consumers coming inside their stores. While...

July is almost over and temperatures are still high. If you haven’t already began offering frozen drinks to your consumers, it’s not too late to start. With more consumers shifting the way they think about food and beverage choices, there are plenty of frozen dispensed beverage trends to take advantage of. If you’re looking for a great way to boost profits, increase traffic, and enhance your store’s image in the summer and all year around, frozen beverages are a great way to go.

E15 may be one of the best options for additional fuel profits for c-store owners. E15 is one of the newest gas alternatives that appeals to both environmentally conscious customers and c-store owners looking to spend less on fuel.

Many of the best convenience stores are filled with products of all kinds. These different products often come from several brands and in an assortment of varieties. For the c-store shopper, choosing the right product can be a challenge when standing among all their options. Because many convenience customers are often in a hurry, the packaging of their food and drink items is an important factor in their product choices. As always, the industry is relying on packaging trends to give consumers...

As more electric vehicles (EV) emerge, many are wondering if there is a future for gasoline powered automobiles. Looking at the overall progress of alternatively fueled cars can help us understand what is happening now and what will come in the future.

In 2016, it was estimated that almost $7 billion would be spent on food for the Fourth of July. Otherwise known as America's Independence day, this holiday has become an annual time of relaxation and celebration with family and loved ones. With most spending the holiday eating, it is important that you are carrying the holiday essentials. Here are our top six item categories that customers will be looking for to celebrate the Fourth of July this year.

In 2016, it was predicted that 35 percent of Americans are planning to take a family vacation 50 miles or more away from home. With so many people traveling you need to make sure your store is appealing so that customers are more likely to stop in and make a purchase.

The convenience industry is an exciting fast paced world where owner's can look forward to exciting growth in the coming years. Within the last thirty years the number of c-stores has dramatically increased by 63%, showing that people are taking advantage of how profitable owning a convenience store can be.

Jack Link's has rolled out a whole new twist on their famous meat links. Now introducing a breakfast line with high and complete protein meat that will allow customers to enjoy Jack Link's any time of day. Jack Link's A.M. will allow customers to pick from bacon or sausage flavors that will appeal to a variety of tastebuds. Their goal was to create an innovative product for the breakfast category, something with options for everyone. From sweet to salty to smoky, Jack Link's A.M. is a diverse...

By now, all c-store retailers should be aware of the importance of optimizing the shelves in their store. Where a product is placed can make all the difference in whether it sells. There are several best practice concepts that store owners can use to best organize their store shelves and keep their profits rising.