Making the most of EPOS technology
There are plenty of factors to consider when investing in a new EPOS system, but what are the benefits?
Families snap up meal deals
Thousands of families have benefitted from a cash-saving campaign run by grocery delivery app Snappy Shopper.
Filshill grabs the glittering prizes
Wholesaler bags five awards and takes the top title in a night of Scottish Wholesale Achievers triumph
GLASGOW-based wholesaler JW Filshill came close to sweeping...
Next steps for the SWA
Change looks to be the major theme for the Scottish Wholesale Association’s 2019 annual conference this summer, with new faces at the top across the board .
Pushing forward at UWG
IT’S full steam ahead at United Wholesale Grocers (UWG), with the Glasgow-based wholesaler continuing to develop its fascia offer, while continually pushing to improve customer service.
Fuel brand aims to jet into the north
JET, the retail brand of oil firm Phillips 66, plans to strengthen its Scottish presence by increasing its network of independently owned Jet-branded forecourts...
Stores alive with sound of music
New customer research has revealed that stores playing music are more likely to be recommended by customers than those that don’t.
Get appy to boost sales
Retailers who use apps to notify their customers of discounts and deals are on the right track, according to a new study .
A time for learning new tricks
There are many good reasons to train staff beyond the legally required minimum. As the New Year approaches and retailers consider what they want...
‘Now is the time for indies to invest’
RAMSAY MacDonald, retail director of Certas Energy, has encouraged independent forecourt traders to invest now in their businesses to protect future margins.
“After two...
Pound or less
WITH supermarkets and some others slashing rates below £1 per litre, independent retailers are asking how long the situation can continue.
Brian Madderson, chairman of...
BP extends its M&S food deal
MARKS & Spencer and BP have extended their convenience partnership, with a new deal set to run until 2030.
Co-op banks on Falkirk
Falkirk residents are benefiting from increased access to cash, thanks to a new partnership between Co-op and Glasgow-based firm OneBanks
Minimising the risk in c-stores
Suresite launches assessment service .
Options widen as symbols progress
Discussions with the Post Office, Subway, Cuisine de France and Costa Coffee
Point of sale that signals value with price comparisons to the major multiples
Franchise...
Unpaid trial periods risk breach of rules
The use of unpaid workers during trial periods and training has gained national attention – what is the legal status of these work periods?
