Convenience Stores & Truck Stops Industry Trends

Technology Automation Aids Security

Technology includes security cameras for liability reduction, cash safe monitoring and shrink reduction, payment networks, driver's license validation, inventory control, tank monitors, car washes, and freezer and dispenser controls. Since high employee turnover can mean more human errors due to unfamiliarity with procedures, technology and automation can save stores from costly mistakes.

Scanner Technology

Bar code scanning helps managers price and stock merchandise to meet customer demands, although the c-store industry has been slower to adopt scanning technology than grocery and retail stores. According to the CSNews, just more than half of c-stores use scanners.

Fresh Products

As c-stores carry more fresh food products, the need for more frequent and smaller deliveries has grown. Rather than distribute products to their stores from a central warehouse, many companies have vendors deliver product directly to stores.