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Can Walmart Succeed in the C-Store Space? Five Hurdles They Must Overcome

  For decades, grocery retailers have struggled to break into the convenience store (C-store) space. While on the surface, grocery and C-store operations may seem similar—both selling food and essentials—the reality is vastly different. Grocery chains that have attempted to transition into C-store retail, such as Safeway, Kroger, and Albertsons, have largely failed because they […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Showcasing smart solutions: these are our biggest retail technology articles on LinkedIn right now

We’re big fans of LinkedIn and are busy building an amazing community of retail tech enthusiasts on the social media platform. As we power towards the 25,000 followers mark, these are the articles that are currently on their radars, including Co-op, Deliveroo, Barron McCann, Currys, Deloitte, Pricer, Focal Systems, RELEX Solutions, TPP Retail, Hightouch, NearSt, […]
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The 7 Undercurrents Driving Grocerant Niche Adoption in 2025

  The evolution of Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat fresh food has surged over the years, with 2025 proving to be a landmark moment for the grocerant niche. These retail food solutions cater to time-starved consumers seeking convenience, quality, and value. Steven Johnson, Foodservice Solutions® Grocerant Guru®, based in Tacoma, WA identifies seven powerful undercurrents driving this […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Cybersecurity Breaches Can Cripple Grocery Stores, Restaurants, and C-Stores – And 7 Solutions to Protect Your Business

  As technology becomes integral to every sector, food retail and service industries, including grocery stores, restaurants, and convenience stores (C-stores), face rising cybersecurity threats, according to Steven Johnosn Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® ‘cybersecurity just might be the number one reason every food retailer should be looking a customer ahead.’ Cyber […]
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  1. Channel: Convenience

The Rise of Food-Focused Convenience Stores: 7-Eleven and Industry Leaders Set New Standards

In recent years, convenience stores have taken a major turn, transforming into food-focused retail hubs that serve as serious competitors to restaurants. Brands like 7-Eleven, Circle K, Sheetz, and Wawa have pioneered this shift, leveraging food sales to drive customer frequency, top-line growth, and profitability. This change is part of a broader industry trend in […]
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  1. Channel: Restaurants

Success in Engaging Gen Z—A Lesson for Restaurants and C-Stores

  Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® believe that in a rapidly evolving food and convenience landscape, the ability to tap into new consumer behaviors is essential. Claim, the viral social app targeting Gen Z, is not just reshaping the digital marketing game, but is teaching valuable lessons for restaurants, […]
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  1. Channel: Convenience

Does Circle K Want to Be a Fast-Food Restaurant or Upscale Fast Dinner Solution?

  Circle K seems to be at a food focused crossroads, according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. With the introduction of its new line-up of Meal Deals, the company has positioned itself to compete directly with fast food chains. But here’s the question: is Circle K aiming to be […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Do Foodservice Operators Understand the Importance of Developing Handheld Protein Menu Items for Each Daypart?

  Consumers are dynamic not static. As consumer preferences continue to evolve, one thing is clear: the demand for convenience, portability, and high-quality food is growing across all sectors, from grocery stores to convenience stores and restaurants. Now according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®,  at the core of this […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Alimentation Couche-Tard Promotes COO to Top Spot

Convenience store retailer Alimentation Couche-Tard will promote current COO Alex Miller to CEO and President, effective Sept. 6, 2024. Miller will replace Brian Hannasch, who will retire from these positions but remain as a special advisor to Miller and Alex Bouchard, Founder and Executive Chairman of the board. The company operates more than 16,700 stores […]
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  1. Department: Food

Convenience Stores Elevated Fresh Foods Sales Success Crushing Blow for Grocery Deli’s

  At the intersection of growth fresh food sales specifically Ready-2-Eat and Heat-N-Eat prepared food the convenience store sector is simply trouncing the grocery store sector.  In fact, Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® stated, grocery stores should be embarrassed by the way the convenience store sector and garnered share of […]
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  1. Channel: Convenience

Buc-ee’s expansion could have highest impact on Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Circle K

Track Gas Station spending for free Access chart data in Dash. Around 73% of Buc-ee’s customers also shopped at Shell in the trailing 12 months ended March 24, 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. It is just one sign that the gas station chain is making inroads with incumbent gas station brands. The jumbo-sized […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

How Retail Employees can Feel Safe to Learn Without Risk to Personal Brand

With so many shifts in the market, the pressure is on to upskill your workforce. However, there is a balance between getting employees up to speed quickly and effectively while also fostering open communication and confidence. The retail industry can benefit from adopting new ways of allowing employees to train safely, creating a path to […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Couche-Tard Deploys Unified Supply Chain and Planning Solution in North America

Alimentation Couche-Tard, which operates Couche-Tard convenience stores in Canada and Circle K stores in the U.S., will deploy technology from Relex Solutions designed to enhance inventory management and in-stock positions. Relex’s AI- and machine learning-powered solutions include demand forecasting, replenishment and advanced space and floor planning functionalities. Integrating these systems will help Couche-Tard improve its […]
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  1. Channel: Grocery

Your Views:  Perception Shift

I talked this week about how Jon Jenkins of AWS made the point during the NGA technology Summit that retailers should not compare smart carts to more traditional carts in terms of cost;  instead, he suggested, they should be thought of a self-checkout systems being used throughout the store, taking pressure off the front end. […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Dartmouth Tuck School of Business taps Mashgin AI self-checkout tech fto boost dining experience

Mashgin reports deployment of its self-checkout technology at Dartmouth’s Tuck School of Business in Hanover, New Hampshire. New touchless self-checkout kiosks speed up the checkout experience for Tuck students, with average transaction times at Mashgin kiosks said to be between 10 and 16 seconds. These use AI powered computer vision to recognise and ring up […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

Your Views:  Contrarian Views

Yesterday we had a piece about how how ESG (environmental, social and governance) and DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) have lost their luster with many companies. One MNB reader responded: First of all, I appreciate your nuanced position on ESG and DEI, which is in keeping with your ability to see all sides of any […]
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  1. Department & Category

Dash In Convenience Stores, Can’t Beat Them Join Them

  You all know the old adage ‘When you can’t beat them join them’.  Well at Dash-In convenience stores they have been watching the ilk of Sheets and Wawa gobble market share by providing customers a once unique experience now a common place experience. That being restaurant quality meals from a non-traditional restaurant footprint and […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Circle K Chains Have an Advantage Driving New Electricity

  There is no doubt that when Circle K announced that it was teaming up with Butterfinger to offer multiple unique treats for a limited time, all small retailers cried foul, began pouting chains had an advantage, but that just may not be the whole story.  According to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA […]
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  1. Channel: Convenience

Alimentation Couche-Tard wants to nearly double EBITDA by 2028

    [[“value”:” Alimentation Couche-Tard has a new five-year strategic plan, and with it comes some lofty goals. The retailer wants to almost double its EBITDA to $10 billion by fiscal year 2028. The EBITDA was $5.8 billion in fiscal year 2023 thanks to net earnings of $3.1 billion. Behind the aggressive upswing is […]
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  1. Channel: Convenience

68 Circle K stores are up for sale

    [[“value”:” Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. is looking to sell 68 U.S. Circle K convenience stores, reports Petrol Plaza. NRC Realty & Capital Advisors will assist with the sale, marking the third time in three years the Chicago firm has worked with Alimentation Couche-Tard to sell Circle K stores. The stores are located in […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Couche-Tard to expand rollout of Circle K loyalty program

    [[“value”:” Couche-Tard is rolling out its Circle K loyalty program, the Innercircle platform, across various U.S. markets after going live with the initiative across 430 stores in Florida. The Innercircle is a free membership program that offers Circle K loyalty customers rewards on fuel and food, as well as personalized offers. Related: […]
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Walgreens Agrees to $10B Sycamore Partners Acquisition

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has finalized a deal with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to take the company private after being in the stock market for nearly 100 years. Sycamore will pay $11.45 per share in cash for the Walgreens business, according to a company announcement. Shareholders can receive up to $3 more per share […]
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Kroger Announces Resignation of CEO Rodney McMullen

The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Rodney McMullen has resigned from the Company following a Board investigation of his personal conduct that, while unrelated to the business, was inconsistent with Kroger's Policy on Business Ethics.
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Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025

1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […]
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