Talking Retail: Grocery & product news for independent retailers
WEBEstablished in 2007, TalkingRetail.com brings you the latest news, analysis and information across the UK convenience and independent grocery retail sectors. Established in 1995, sister publication Independent Retail News is a monthly magazine for owners of independent convenience stores. All the latest news, opinion and analysis for ...
Top 25 Soft Drinks: Top of the pops - Talking Retail
WEBOct 5, 2021 · Despite all the category changes and the evolving tastes of shoppers, the big two cola brands remain the mainstay of soft drinks business for most retailers. Coca-Cola and Pepsi have spearheaded category development for decades and continued to generate category momentum this time around. Coca-Cola remains very much top of …
James Hall & Co announces new ‘Spar Transform’ retailer event
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · James Hall & Co will host a brand-new one-day retailer event in April for current and prospective Spar independents. Spar Transform will bring together retailers from across the North of England on Thursday 18 April at the Harrogate Convention Centre, and the event is an expansion of the company’s …
Jam Shed to launch ‘spin to win’ on-pack promotion - Talking Retail
WEBJun 11, 2024 · Wine brand Jam Shed is launching a new on-pack promotion featuring a ‘spin to win’ mechanic, offering consumers the chance to win from a pool of more than 25,000 prizes. To take part, shoppers need to scan the QR code found on the packaging, supporting point-of-sale materials and digital channels, or …
National BBQ Week returns - talkingretail.com
WEBJun 8, 2021 · National BBQ Week is returning in early July to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The week, which is sponsored by leading grocery brands, aims to educate and encourage consumers to enjoy eating outside. This year National BBQ Week will run for two weeks and will offer consumers a longer opportunity to celebrate better BBQ and gastro grilling and ...
Mr Kipling and Cadbury Cakes launch Easter competition - Talking …
WEBFeb 1, 2024 · This Easter, Mr Kipling and Cadbury Cakes are launching an on-pack competition to give shoppers the opportunity to win adventures through its cake packs, including a dream family holiday for four people, days out and over 100 other prizes. The campaign is live now and will run until 16th May across …
Retail Industry Awards 2022: Meet the winners - Talking Retail
WEBSep 26, 2022 · Find out more about the Retail Industry Awards 2022 winning entries by clicking on the links below. INDEPENDENT WINNERS. Best Use of Technology – Independent. Sponsored By: Mulkerns Eurospar, Newry, County Down. Chilled Retailer of the Year – Independent. Lynch’s Eurospar Skeoge, Derry, County Londonderry.
Tobacco firm launches budget smokes to satisfy demand for more …
WEBMay 16, 2022 · Tobacco giant JTI is launching budget versions of two of its leading brands. Benson & Hedges Blue is to sell a new rolling tobacco, while Mayfair will introduce a new ready-made cigarette, Mayfair Silver. The move to what the industry describes as “ultra-value” products is designed to cater for smokers who want to save money.
Service with a smile - Talking Retail
WEBJun 14, 2019 · The importance of a smile as part of a customer service ethic is not a new idea. There is a Chinese proverb that says: “A man without a smile should not open a shop.”. A smile shows empathy and recognition and is one very simple way to make a customer feel welcome and valued. As an owner, you need to create a smile culture throughout the ...
The future of the forecourt: the importance of customer experience
WEBDec 4, 2020 · With a new breed of electric-only forecourts in our midst, traditional forecourts need to work with customer insight data to offer a tailored customer service experience to ensure they remain competitive and encourage repeat custom and loyalty. Digital adoption is also key for forecourt retailers wishing to future-proof their business.