Without warning
In the first of two articles examining the subject of cyber crime, Scottish Grocer examines the case of N&S Motors Ltd Jet Garage in...
A window into stunning sales
Firm says its new media screens offer brands 15% average sales uplift
CONVENIENCE store retailers across the country are reaching shoppers in a whole new...
Are the days of cash coming to an end?
Bank cash handling charges and changes to payment service commissions have put independent retailers under pressure but some consumers now expect to give up...
PayPoint improves accessibility with new translated guides
Payment services firm PayPoint has introduced new translated guides in three different languages to help improve accessibility of its technology.
Facing up to the ‘bilking’ menace
Retailers need new technology to help combat the issue of forecourt crime –particularly motorists driving off without paying for fuel, argues Nick Fisher, CEO...
Browser treatment for Jisp retail app
Jisp has launched an online version of its retail app aimed at the independent retail channel.
ePlanning changes
CHANGES to a new portal for Scotland’s online planning and building standards administration system continue this month.
From 13 January, applicants will no longer be...
A fine line between banter and bullying
‘It was only banter’ is an often-used excuse. Mark Hamilton, a partner at Dentons, looks at a recent employment tribunal case showing that, surprisingly, this defence can work. However, while staff may enjoy friendly jokes on shift, managers still have to know where to draw the line
Best in fresh workshops boost sales
FRESH food workshops introduced earlier this year have contributed to an 8% growth in sales for Nisa members, according to the group.
The Best in...
Blakemore renews BP contract
BLAKEMORE Wholesale Distribution has announced a new two-year contract to supply 320 BP sites across the UK.
The contract commenced in November and follows a...
Control of your business with a touch
INDEPENDENT fuel retailers across the country are in need of easier, faster access to data, giving them greater visibility and control over their business,...
Nisa’s £6m price help for c-stores
Nisa has announced a £6 million investment into the wholesale price of more than 1000 branded products as part of its bid to support its retailers.
Changing habits to create growth
GLASGOW independent food and drink wholesaler JW Filshill is predicting it will return to sales growth within three years because of changing shopping habits...
Zero hours could face regulation countdown
Contracts that pay workers only when required can be useful for employer and employee. But fears of exploitation mean they are under scrutiny.
WITH the...
Paying the going rate
What is the National Minimum Wage?
The National Minimum Wage (NMW) is the minimum pay per hour workers are entitled to by law. It doesn’t...
Split picture for wholesalers
THE UK’s wholesale sector has had a mixed 2020, with turnover growth for those serving the retail market failing to offset significant declines in turnover for foodservice wholesalers
