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The Future of Convenience Store Distribution: 7 Trends to Watch
Convenience store distribution is changing quickly. Retailers are expanding their product assortments, consumers expect greater availability and convenience, and CPG suppliers are under growing pressure to deliver the right products
How CPG Manufacturers Can Improve Operational Visibility in 2026
Consumer packaged goods manufacturers generate enormous amounts of information across distributors, retailers, products, promotions, territories, and individual store locations. The challenge is not getting more data. The challenge is gaining
How Convenience Stores Are Using Data to Improve Profitability in 2026
Convenience retail is becoming increasingly competitive. Store operators are managing changing consumer expectations, evolving product categories, promotional programs, pricing pressures, and the constant need to improve store-level performance. In 2026,
Understanding Pay for Performance Programs in Retail
As consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers continue to strengthen retailer partnerships, traditional promotional programs are evolving into more measurable, results-driven initiatives. One of the fastest-growing approaches is Pay for Performance
Why Trade Program Compliance Matters More Than Ever in 2026
Trade programs remain one of the most effective ways for consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers and suppliers to drive sales, strengthen retailer partnerships, and increase market visibility. However, even the
Measuring Trade Promotion Effectiveness: The KPIs Every CPG Team Should Track in 2026
Trade promotions continue to be one of the largest investments made by consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. From retailer incentives and temporary price reductions to display programs and co-marketing initiatives,