optimism1759
- May 29
- 4 min
Where's me biscuits gone?
A question I am constantly asked is "why has X product been discontinued?". This post looks at the range review process, when and how it...
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optimism1759
- May 4
- 4 min
Why do I have to scan a receipt to leave my supermarket?
Several supermarkets are currently trialling barriers at the exit from the self-scan tills, where you must scan a receipt to leave the...
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optimism1759
- May 3
- 6 min
It's September why's the Christmas stuff on show?
Frustrating though it is to see Christmas lines on sale in late August and early September, there are good reasons why this is. Here is a...
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optimism1759
- Apr 25
- 8 min
I want a career in a supermarket... said nobody ever
Retail is one of the most challenging environments to work in. It is a thankless task where the work is never done and colleagues are...
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optimism1759
- Apr 16
- 1 min
Where did my promotions go and what is HFSS?
Since October 2022, certain products which are High in Salt, Sugar and Fat (HFSS) are no longer allowed to be prominently promoted....
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optimism1759
- Apr 14
- 5 min
How fresh is your bread?
Ever wonder how small stores can offer fresh baked bread throughout the day? Running an instore bakery is expensive with high energy...
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optimism1759
- Apr 13
- 3 min
Why do supermarkets store unopened boxes above the shelves?
If you go into any main supermarket these days you will see unopened cases on show above the display shelves on its own dedicated...
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