How self-service operators win by automating through curation

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

Josh Rosenberg, founder of Forward Thinkers, outlines challenges the self-service and automation industry and what operators need to do to overcome those…

BENS Market taps Watchfire to create biggest c-store LED display in Washington state

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

BENS Market teams with Watchfire to create a huge LED display in store, creating an immersive customer experience and a revenue channel

Buc-ee’s planning biggest c-store yet

January 19, 2026

Buc-ee's aims to construct its biggest c-store to date. The store will be built in Fort Pierce, Florida.

AI That Knows Your Order: Behind the Tech in Everyday Stops

AI is transforming convenience retail by predicting customer preferences and streamlining every interaction. This blog explores how intelligent systems…

Shelf intelligence emerging as retail’s strategic priority

November 3, 2025

Shelf intelligence technologies are becoming a top investment priority for retailers aiming to improve inventory accuracy, profitability and customer…

C-store customers motivated by promotions, curated product offerings

October 14, 2025

Convenience store customers are increasingly motivated by curated product offerings and compelling promotions.

Resilient Retail: Building Agile and Secure Operations to Combat Labor Shortages and Shrink

From intelligent automation and real-time monitoring to integrated loss prevention tools, the most resilient retail operations are those that can respond to…

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C-store retail: Consumers, EV adoption among many factors reshaping the industry

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

The c-store industry is in a period of transition, shaped by forces that didn’t exist even a decade ago. The rise of EV, shifts in commuting patterns and…

Sheetz store rebuild features kiosks, self-checkout

September 15, 2025

Sheetz has begun a rebuild of its store and gas station at Huyetts Crossroads, near Hagerstown, MD and expects the location to re-open in early 2026.

Wawa first-ever travel center finds a home in North Carolina

September 12, 2025

Wawa's first-ever travel center has opened for business in Hope Mills, North Carolina.

Toast survey reveals community-based retailers are thriving

September 2, 2025

Nearly all, 94%, of community-based retailers describe their business as in good or excellent shape, according to the "Voice of the Retail Industry," report…

NCR Atleos, FCTI expanding ATM coverage at Speedway, 7-Eleven

August 18, 2025

NCR Atleos has expanded its partnership with FCTI Inc. to provide thousands of ATMs to 7-Eleven and Speedway locations.

Scroll, Grab, and Go: The Future of Digitally Led Convenience

Discover how digital-first strategies are transforming convenience into a smarter, more seamless experience that fits effortlessly into customers’ daily lives.

NRS completes first season of c-store educational series

August 7, 2025

National Retail Solutions, a provider of point-of-sale systems and merchant services for independent retailers, has released the 12th and final episode of…

The Hidden Value of Consistency in Convenience

Find out how delivering consistent convenience helps retailers build trust, drive loyalty, and keep shoppers coming back. The blog explores strategies like…

Convenience services industry generates $40B in economic impact

June 19, 2025

The U.S. convenience services industry, encompassing vending, micro-markets, office coffee and pantry services, produces a $40.04 billion annual economic…

The Convenience of Modularity

Discover how retailers can maintain flexibility and respond faster to change by implementing modular technology across their operations. This blog highlights…

How C-Stores Are Redefining the Traditional Shopping Experience

Experience how convenience stores are transforming everyday shopping by fusing digital solutions with speed and personalization. The blog highlights…

National Retail Solutions (NRS) Wins 2025 Visionary Spotlight Award for Best Emerging Technology Breakthrough

ChannelVision Magazine recognizes NRS for breakthrough innovation that empowers independent retailers

7-Eleven expanding self-service banking to US locations

May 7, 2025

7-Eleven is teaming up with NCR Atleos to bring Atleos' Allpoint Network to more than 4,000 U.S. locations with the help of FCTI, a provider and partner to…