Groups take the show on the road
THE period ahead of Christmas has often seen wholesalers and suppliers work together on trade shows bringing independent and symbol retailers to a one-stop...
Gulf brand nears 100 Scottish sites
2015 was another positive year for the Gulf brand, according to Certas Energy’s retail director Ramsay MacDonald.
The brand recently claimed its 500th site in...
Forecast for the forecourts
WHILE much of the focus in 2017 will remain in-store, independent fuel dealers should not lose sight of the forecourt itself, according to Paul...
Feeling fine in Paisley
Preparing for high footfall
FUTURE proofing is the name of the game at Hawkhead Road Garage in Paisley where forecourt operator The Fine Fuel Company...
Breathing life into the local – Day-Today, Wallyford
On the site of a closed and shuttered pub a state-of-the-art Day-Today store is ready to serve the community of Wallyford.
AS we have reported...
Symbol solution for forecourts
Shopper First Programme hits the mark, says Costcutter
Cleaning up fuel supplies
Certas Energy used last month’s Clear Air Day to launch its Energy Reality Series, helping businesses to understand alternative fuels .
Innovations on their way
Retailers encouraged to use machines for improved efficiency and stronger margins
Tailoring a service for convenience
There is no shortage of delivery options for retailers at the moment, with tech firms and entrepreneurs responding to the surge in demand for home delivery last year
Exclusive promotions
C-STORE focused retail tech provider Jisp has joined forces with Nisa to launch a new Augmented Reality vouchering system.
The end of an era for Lanark retailer
Wilson Rea has chosen to step back from his Lanark forecourt store as he takes on a new support role with family symbol Greens Retail
Convenience in Brief | BP, Post Office and phone network news
Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that provide insights to convenience retailers about BP, the Post Office and the UK telephone network.
Employment rules in the new social world
Social media presents new challenges to retailers and other employers – be careful about any checks you carry out and lay down clear rules...
Don’t suffer a dressing down
Dress codes are a common feature of many workplaces, but recently firms have hit headlines as their idea of appropriate corporate wear clashed with...
A caring approach for retail employers
Laura Morrison of Dentons looks at employer responsibilities under the law
How to manage long Covid at work
Laura Morrison of Dentons discusses the ACAS’ new Covid-19 guidance
