by doug | Apr 18, 2012 | Uncategorized
When we began our Coffee Program, we never expected to be creating “Starbucks-alternatives” in our customers’ convenience stores. But we learned something very important: quality coffee, always fresh and hot and at a reasonable price is always a big seller, just...
by doug | Apr 12, 2012 | Uncategorized
As enforcement of state tobacco sales laws becomes increasingly more strict, it’s a good idea for anybody who sells tobacco products to stay on top of his or her sales practices, particularly where their employees are concerned. Arkansas state law forbids the sale of...
by doug | Apr 6, 2012 | Uncategorized
We’re about ready to complete construction on a 20,000-cubit-foot walk-in freezer, one of several expansion phases that will benefit many of our 1,000-plus convenience store and other retail customers. Total investment will be in the neighborhood of $250,000. It was...
by doug | Mar 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Sales of soda in the U.S. dropped about 1% last year and .5% in 2010. Not surprisingly, when other beverages such as bottled water, teas, juices and sports and energy drinks were included, sales rose .8% last year, down from a 1.7% rise in 2010. Carbonated soft...
by doug | Mar 15, 2012 | Uncategorized
A report on Cdecisions.com shows that candy products have enjoyed consistent growth in all retail markets, despite the poor economy, and convenience stores are enjoying stronger sales in this category than the retail market overall. This isn’t surprising. Brands such...
