The following is re-posted from Convenience Store Decisions and features commentary from W. Capra executive consultant, Ed Collupy. Thankful For… Technology in the CStore/Petro industry… Handheld devices, connected wirelessly for computer assisted ordering Applicant tracking systems for the many new people looking to join the industry workforce Networking solutions to keep data moving to and…
Month: November 2016
Forecourt Evolution
The following excerpt, re-posted from Convenience Store Decisions, is an excerpt from Lisa White’s article “Back Office & Forecourt Evolution,” which contains contributions from W. Capra’s Ed Collupy. FORECOURT BREAKTHROUGHS When it comes to new developments in forecourt marketing, much of the focus has been on incorporating technology, such as media and ordering capabilities, at…
No Reward in Overturning Debit Reform
The following has been re-posted from Convenience Store Decisions. Swipe fees continue to eat away at retailer profits. The income banks gain when consumers use credit cards has increased by more than 50% since 2009, while debit card fees has increased at a slower rate. By Ed Collupy Front-page news is certainly an attention grabber.…