News & Seasonal
With the long winter nights now a thing of the past and daffodils blooming across the country, it can only be Spring time, but this year Spring holds a very different significance compared with previous years, as it coincides with the phased easing of national lockdown restrictions.
With the prospect of your customers returning to some form of new normal – whether that be entertaining at home, outdoor fun with friends, the re-opening of hair dressers and non-essential shops, or the prospect of getting away on a much needed holiday, check out our advice to ensure you are fully catering for your customers changing needs.
Convenience sales will sizzle with a big summer of sport ahead!
The forecast of warmer weather, long awaited easing of lockdown restrictions, and a bumper big summer of sport are all predicted to result in strong sales for across several key categories this summer. Find out more!
What to focus on this Winter.
Because of Covid related restrictions, this winter is likely to be very different, with the emphasis firmly on health and well-being. But as with much of 2020, convenience retailers are uniquely placed to provide support and festive cheer to their shielding communities.
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Time for a change.
2020 saw unprecedented changes in shopper behaviour, so now is a great time to make sure these changes are reflected in your store offering.
Make Events BIG!
Shorter winter days combined with Covid restrictions means your customers need a lift this winter! Bring some fun to your store by creating themed in-store events.
A challenging year for convenience retailers – An interview with Mandeep Singh.
We caught up with Mandeep Singh, of Singh’s Premier in Sheffield to hear how he managed his way through the Pandemic and what impact it has had on his business.
How has the pandemic changed shopper behaviour?
Partners for Growth caught up with Unilever Category Director, Kat Simpson to understand what impact the pandemic and resultant lockdown restrictions has had on shopper buying behaviour in the convenience channel.
Turn Snow in to Money this winter!
With the UK being battered by winter storms, including torrential rain, gale-force winds and ‘Thundersnow’, find out how you can turn poor weather to your advantage!
Take stock of your business.
The New Year is traditionally a time for us all to reflect on the past year and create plans for the year ahead, and retailers are no different! Now is a great time to review your business and create plans and priorities for growth in 2021.
Is your Ice-Cream cabinet prepared for Winter?
It may surprise you that 22% of Ice Cream sales take place over winter, but striking the right balance of space between Impulse and Take Home is key to maximising winter sales.
