Developing Your Digital Strategy
The hype around artificial intelligence (AI) has never been higher and one industry where it has a chance to make a major impact on profits is retail. From interpreting data to predicting sales needs, AI is redefining retail. The National Advisory Group (NAG) Conference this September will feature a panel […]
How Cashier-less Sites Will Impact the C-Store Industry
Amazon and other cashier-less concepts are no longer a novelty. They are fast becoming destinations in markets such as San Francisco, Seattle and Chicago, and they are challenging conventional convenience stores in the race for time-pressed customers. Beyond retail competition, the concept is also changing consumer behavior to expect a […]
NAG Continues Support of Higher Education
As the founder of Nice N Easy Grocery Shoppes, John MacDougall was a longtime supporter of the National Advisory Group (NAG). In his personal life, he was also a strong supporter of higher education. Though MacDougall passed away in 2014, we continue to honor his legacy and his longtime support […]
NAG Scholarship Deadline Expiring June 17
The application deadline for The John MacDougall/NAG Memorial Scholarship expires June 17. Exclusively for National Advisory Group (NAG) members, the scholarship was developed to help qualified individuals offset some of the costs of a college education. The scholarship is named for John MacDougall, the late founder of Nice N Easy […]
Foodservice Strategies in Small Spaces
Space limitations used to be the bane of convenience store operators who wanted a professional foodservice program. But now manufacturers are stepping up to the plate with equipment that serves multiple purposes and still fits nicely within the c-store footprint. Choosing the right equipment can often be an overwhelming task […]