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April 2021

April 2021

Read how retailers are restocking the cold vault, how loyalty programs provide critical consumer insights and why ready-to-drink cocktails are booming. Explore all this and more in the April issue!

Features

Cold Vault Reset

Sorting through not-so-typical packaged beverage numbers to understand what will have lasting impact in the cold vault.

Private Matters

Convenience retailers see a growing opportunity with own-brand products.

Kitchen Rescue

Growing meal-kit demand holds promise for c-stores.

Just Rewards

C-store loyalty programs provide critical consumer insights and a competitive edge.

Damage Control

With ransomware attacks on the rise, retailers can take steps to secure their networks and assets.

Packaging Solution

Safe, sustainable food packaging is more critical now than ever.

Bottoms Up

Ready-to-drink cocktails are surging.

Departments

Back Page

Take a Hike

Category Close-Up

Hot Sales, Cool Treats

Get the scoop on the packaged ice cream and novelties category.

Strong Recovery

Meat snacks drive gains in the alternative snacks category.

From the Editor

Destination Drivers

Gas Station Gourmet

Local and Sustainable

From avocado toast to EV charging, Full Stop Station aims to be a welcoming space.

Global Trends

Back on the Plastic Attack

After a pandemic-induced hiatus, sustainability concerns are back on the agenda for retailers.

Good Work

Leading by Example

Ideas 2 Go

All in the Family

In Iowa, Oak Street Station is a must-stop destination.

Inside Washington

One Voice: Natalie Morhous

Change in Congress

Key leadership shifts could impact NACS legislative issues.

NACS News

Compare and Compensate

Your No. 1 Fuels Resource

NACS Welcomes Accounting Manager

Shopper Trips Have Changed

Supporting Bright Futures
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