Competition is driving rapid changes and spurring innovation across all retail channels. Convenience stores are no exception. The convenience store space continues evolving to meet industry trends and consumer demands. Today, some retailers are expanding their footprints, others are narrowing their focus to niche markets, and some may even be doing both. All adapt to…
Fiserv Brings In-Person Bill Payment to NCR Atleos ATMs
Payments provider and financial technology solution company Fiserv has announced that it is expanding its CheckFreePay network for in-person bill payment to include the ATM network of NCR Atleos Corp. Now, cash-preferred customers will be able to pay a wide array of household bills at thousands of ATM locations, including c-stores, grocery stores and pharmacies.…
NAG 2024 to Focus on Artificial Intelligence
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be a hot topic amongst Americans, retailers are beginning to get in on the conversation and learn how they can implement AI into their c-stores. However, retailers will have the chance to learn more about AI in the burning issue session titled “Using AI to Improve the Customer Experience”…
Enmarket Introduces New Mobile App and Carwash Program
Enmarket has launched a monthly subscription car wash program with its new Marketwash mobile app. The program offers customers a frictionless and contactless car care solution. Enmarket operates 25 Marketwash in-bay washes and “looks forward to building recurring revenue for its expanding car wash business,” the company stated in a press release. Enmarket entered into…
Mashgin Teams Up with Keyo to Integrate Pay-by-Palm Technology
Mashgin has partnered with Keyo and its global biometric identity network to implement pay-by-palm at Mashgin kiosks. The solution was recently rolled out at a large corporate dining facility, where it was used to speed up cafeteria lines. The integration of Mashgin’s AI-powered self-checkout and the Keyo Wave palm reader empowers retailers to offer a…
Chatmeter Launches AI-Powered Resource for Multi-Location Businesses
Chatmeter has announced the launch of Pulse AI: Signals, which enables brands to gather customer and location insights to grow their business through the power of artificial intelligence (AI). Multi-location businesses have traditionally used keyword-matching sentiment analysis and Net Promoter Score surveys to get a surface-level understanding of customers. With Pulse AI: Signals, these businesses…
Sacramento Looks to Ban Gas Stations
In the 2040 Sacramento General Plan, the California city has proposed banning the construction of new gas stations. The plan also included intentions to add electric vehicle (EV) charging to existing sites. The efforts come as the city attempts to reduce the use of fossil fuels and gas-powered machines in the city. “The City shall…
The Potential of Generative AI in Convenience Retailing
CTVG recently addressed the topic of generative AI in the convenience retail market in its most recent Vision Report. CTVG’s December quarterly virtual meeting focused on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the retail landscape with an exclusive presentation by Greg Buzek, founder and president of IHL Group, in discussion with CTVG members. Facilitated…
New Technology for Refrigeration Systems
Hussmann has launched Evolve Technologies as part of its ongoing commitment to providing low global warming potential (GWP) refrigeration solutions. Evolve Technologies provides technologies that enable the use of more sustainable and environmentally friendly refrigerants, including R-744 (CO2) and R-290 (propane). As part of Evolve Technologies, Hussmann has expanded its production capacity for transcritical CO2 […]
Family Express Reveals New Mobile App Platform
Valparaiso, Ind.-based Family Express has launched a new mobile app experience, which features the latest in mobile ordering, car wash subscriptions, payments and more for customers across its 80-location footprint. “It’s never been easier to order a Friday night pizza, or save big on a favorite snack or your next fill-up with F.E. Perks,” says…