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March 2023

March 2023

In the March issue, read how smart store design can help solve for labor, learn the benefits of flexible scheduling and see the top 100 c-stores by size.

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Features

The Digital Advantage

More retailers are embracing in-store kiosk and mobile ordering for menu items— and seeing a corresponding lift in sales.

Shifting to Flexibility

Today’s workers want something money can’t buy: their time.

Store Design With Labor (or a Lack of It) in Mind

As labor shortages increase, every detail is being scrutinized when building new stores to eke out ways to add greater efficiency.

The Top 100

These are the leading convenience retail chains in the U.S., ranked by number of locations.

LIFTING Up a Community

Sioux Valley Coop offers a modern destination that meets a community’s growing needs.

Departments

By the Numbers

Ghost Kitchens Heat Up

Category Close-Up

Hot Coffee for On the Go

Enhanced hot beverage programs offer variety, customization and convenience.

High Spirits

While a small sales contributor, the liquor category offers high margins and entices add-on purchases.

Convenience Cares

Convenience Cares for Kids' Health

From the Editor

How Efficient

Gas Station Gourmet

Made with Passion

A restaurant in a c-store in Little Rock, Arkansas, offers unexpected cuisine.

Ideas 2 Go

Food Forward

Curby’s Express Market combines drive-thru, foodservice and convenience in a new retail experience.

Inside Washington

2022: A Year for Wins

NACS Grassroots efforts helped move the needle on industry priorities.

One Voice: Tony Gaines

NACS News

Fuels Institute Report Spotlights Medium-and Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Meet the 2023 NACS Masters of Convenience

NACS Welcomes New Staff

The Big Question

The Big Question: Stephanie Doliveira

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