Wawa has selected RELEX Solutions to deploy machine learning-based forecasting and replenishment capabilities across all its 1,100 stores in nine states and Washington, D.C. Wawa is known for its large selection of fresh food offerings, including built-to-order hoagies and variety of coffee and hand-crafted beverages. RELEX will provide a scalable forecasting and replenishment system for […]
Category: C-Store News
Posted inC-Store News, News, Southwest
McLane Launches Commissary Program To Deliver Fresh Food To C-Stores
McLane Company Inc. has launched a National Commissary program, an extension of its McLane Fresh programs, to deliver fresh grab-and-go foods with a seven-day refrigerated shelf life to convenience stores across the country. “McLane’s new National Commissary program represents our investment in shaping the future of food in convenience retail,” said Jon Cox, McLane’s VP […]
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Swiftly, Circle K Launch Convenience Retail Alcohol Cashback Program
Swiftly has rolled out the largest alcohol cashback program in U.S. convenience retail, in partnership with Circle K. Currently live in more than 4,300 Circle K stores across 31 states, the program offers legal-age shoppers digital cashback rebates on beer, wine and spirits – delivered after purchase. The program is powered by Swiftly’s proprietary rebate […]
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NECSEMA Celebrates Store Operators Of The Year
Convenience store owners, managers and food preparers from across Massachusetts and New Hampshire were honored recently for being the best in their industry at the New England Convenience Store and Energy Marketers Association’s annual Operator of the Year Awards. The awards were held March 21 at Bally’s Twin River in Lincoln, Rhode Island, where the […]
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Upside Named ‘Best Gas Rewards Program’ By Expert Consumers
Expert Consumers has named Upside as the Best Gas Rewards Program of 2025. As a free cashback app, Upside empowers users to earn real cash back on their routine purchases, notably at gas stations, grocery stores and restaurants. This recognition from Expert Consumers followed a thorough evaluation of various rewards programs, focusing on user-friendliness, potential […]
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Capri Sun Offering Three Flavors In Single-Serve Bottles
For the first time in more than 20 years, The Kraft Heinz Co. is offering three flavors of Capri Sun in single-serve bottles. The bottles allow consumers to enjoy the same taste on the go, meeting the evolving needs of today’s families. Joining Capri Sun’s portfolio of products, the bottles feature 12 ounces of juice […]
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Mars Wrigley Executive: Convenience Store Shoppers Seeking More Variety
Mars Wrigley boasted a strong presence at the 2024 NACS Show in Las Vegas, with its booth showcasing several new products and twists on some of its classic offerings. After the show, Mike Gilroy, the company’s VP of trade development and sponsorship, shared the following recap with The Griffin Report. What is new with […]
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Wawa Expands Into Georgia, Opens First Of 3 Locations
After its first Georgia store debuted Nov. 14 at 1401 Tallahassee Highway in Bainbridge, Wawa says it plans to open two additional sites in the state by the end of 2024 – at U.S. 341 and Community Road in Brunswick and 356 West Orange St. in Jesup. “We are thrilled to open three stores this […]