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Paytronix upgrades its software weeks after being acquired
Additions include an AI tool that answers retailers' questions and a group of features meant to help operators manage and process online orders.
By Brett Dworski • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Meijer to add nearly 500 electric charging stalls
EVgo plans to deploy up to 480 fast-charging stalls in as many as 60 of the retailer’s locations.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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PDI augments GasBuddy’s in-app ad program
A partnership with retail tech company Swiftly adds personalized ads, cashback offers and more to the fuel savings platform.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Inside Gelson’s first ‘premium’ c-store
The site, which includes 40 fast chargers, is built to accommodate the longer dwell times that come with serving a primarily EV-driving customer base.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: C-store chains zero in on retail media
The world’s largest c-store retailer wants to create America’s largest radio station, while Casey’s boasts boatloads of data and Axonet targets millions of shoppers.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 15, 2024 -
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EG America enters the retail media game
Its 1,500-plus stores will join Axonet’s aggregated platform, with ads playing at the pump, in store and through its SmartRewards loyalty program.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Tri Star Energy launches 24/7 delivery across c-store network
The service is now available at the retailer’s Twice Daily convenience stores and White Bison coffee shops across Tennessee and Alabama.
By Brett Dworski • Nov. 13, 2024 -
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Global Partners expands EV charging ambitions
The retailer is one of three companies working with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation to build NEVI-funded infrastructure.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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RaceTrac can now remotely manage its forecourt equipment
The Atlanta-based retailer recently implemented Invenco by GVR’s asset management cloud-based solution at its more than 800 c-stores in 13 states.
By Brett Dworski • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Sheetz accepting crypto at all locations
After a limited trial run, customers can now use several popular digital currencies to buy items at all of the East Coast retailer’s 750-plus locations.
By Jessica Loder • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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QuickChek relaunches rewards program
Customers can now earn points at the pump, as well as order ahead and prepay for food pickup and delivery.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Global Partners brings pay-by-text to over 300 c-stores
The service texts the user, who can input the pump number to fuel up and automatically charge the card on record.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Gate Petroleum selects new POS system to remotely manage stores
The retailer is now using Invenco by GVR’s Passport platform to unify its technology and enhance its foodservice program.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Amazon, BP team up on fuel discount
Customers can connect their Amazon account to the new Earnify app, which rolled out earlier this month, for a combined 10 cents off per gallon.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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Vroom Delivery program brings retail media to smaller c-stores
The program lets the e-commerce tech company’s customers earn money from CPGs for offering “preferred” digital placement of items.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Parkland continues layoffs, will outsource IT roles in 2025
About 100 corporate roles will be eliminated as the retailer prepares to transfer its day-to-day IT responsibilities to professional services firm Accenture.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Column3 Big Numbers: 7-Eleven comes under pressure
The world’s largest c-store company recently highlighted its use of AI in hiring, revealed hundreds of store closures and tempered 2024 operating income expectations.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 18, 2024 -
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Gelson’s debuts ‘premium’ c-store concept
The company’s first ReCharge site includes 40 electric vehicle chargers and fresh foods like sushi and charcuterie.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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How 7-Eleven is combating its biggest hiring challenge
The retailer was losing candidates “left and right” because its recruitment process was too slow, according to its senior director of talent acquisition. Then it brought AI into the fold.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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TravelCenters of America names new chief information officer
Murtaza Sitabkhan moves into the position after 15 years in various technology and supply chain leadership positions with TA’s parent company, BP.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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Sponsored by GSTVTips for making the most of your forecourt technology
Three ways to use your screens to deliver the messages that drive consumers into your store and boost your profitability.
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Automated-checkout company Grabango shuts down
The tech company, which made a significant reduction in its workforce last year, was unable to secure the funding it needed to continue operating, a spokesperson said.
By Brett Dworski , Jeff Wells • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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BP launches new app, rewards program
Earnify, which is replacing the company’s BPme and Ampm apps, lets members earn points on purchases and redeem them in store or at the pump.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 8, 2024 -
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Ambest relaunches driver app
The truck stop network updated its mobile experience with more localization and new features like a racing game.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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C-store discounts resonate with loyalty members, fall flat with non-members, report shows
The American Customer Satisfaction Index shows a significant gap between the two consumer groups’ view of sales and promotion frequency.
By Jessica Loder • Oct. 3, 2024
