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The fastest growing publication in the convenience and petroleum retailing industry, NACS Magazine features thought-provoking and insightful articles that focus on trends, best practices, metrics and analysis for the decision makers and leaders of this dynamic industry.

November 2009

Meals on Wheels
Food-laden trucks and trailers are driving convenient cuisine directly to the people.
By Pat Pape

Bite the Bullet Part 2
Now you have help! NACS stands up for your interests and makes sure that PCI compliance is as bearable as possible.
By Jerry Soverinsky

Technology APP-lications
To stay strong in the retail game, convenience stores should leverage smartphone apps to build consumer loyalty and provide mobile convenience.
By Amanda Baltazar

Home-Cooked Goodness
Operators with successful from-scratch foodservice programs share many common operating characteristics, with a fierce commitment to quality topping the list.
By Maureen Azzato

Close, But No Cigar
If state and local legislators get their way, the sale of single and flavored cigars could be a thing of the past.
By Scott Orr

Entering the Lion’s Den
Interchange reform takes over the House Financial Services Committee — the banks’ legislative stronghold.
By John Eichberger

Sushi in the USA
Innovative companies are making Japan’s favorite convenience food more tempting to American convenience stores and taste buds.
By Pat Pape

Skim This!
Enhanced security fuel dispensers help convenience retailers bet against skimming.
By Tim Weston

10 Minutes With...Greg Smith
Greg Smith helps businesses reduce turnover, increase sales, hire better people and deliver better customer service. He’s got some advice for you, too.

Global Trends: A Measured Response?
In the U.K., new alcohol retailing laws might burden small businesses, but supporters argue that the laws are the only way to fight an alcohol epidemic.
By Fiona Briggs

Retailers Ask, "Wine Not?"
The tiny wine category shows big potential.
By Terri Allan

Pour on the Profits
Despite slowed traffic and trading down, packaged beverages still provide retailers with a significant profit opportunity.
By Terri Allan

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