CSP Magazine | May 2013

No Margin for Error

Faced with high debt and mounting competition, The Pantry forges a new strategy—again.

- Also in this Issue -

CSP gets an exclusive look at who's going gangbusters in foodservice, courtesy of Technomic. Also, Steve Holtz takes a swig of the controversy surrounding energy drinks. And in our special technology section, Angel Abcede examines the five biggest trends on the horizon, while cash management goes under the microscope via an exclusive survey. 

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In this Issue:

Cover Story

Faced with high debt and mounting competition, The Pantry forges a new strategy—again.

Guest Columns

Features

Technomic dishes up familiar faces and some surprises in latest c-store foodservice retailer study.

Energy-drink makers stand firm on products’ safety, even as opponents look for a weakness.

Mobile opportunities top retailer interest, with loyalty, social media close behind.

Retailers continue to sweat mishandled money, theft and counterfeit bills.

New innovative cigar packaging offers mixed bag for retailers.

More visibility could increase potential of c-store condom sales.

Snack, trail mixes hit the spot for health-conscious consumers.

Upscale single store banks on clean cars, fine wine and bodacious barbecue.

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