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Value sales in independent convenience stores in Scotland in the 52 weeks ending 30 July 2023 were 4.6% higher than a year ago, which is ahead of growth in total GB (+0.3%), according to SmartView Convenience from TWC Group.

Scotland’s independent convenience stores have performed strongly over the past year, new research reveals.

Scottish stores are on a path of growth as shown in the latest independent convenience market figures from SmartView Convenience from TWC Group revealing a strong performance for Scottish stores.

Independent convenience stores in Scotland have outperformed the rest of Great Britain with a 4.6% sales increase in the year to July, say the latest figures from data provider TWC Group.

Latest independent convenience market figures from SmartView Convenience from TWC Group reveal a strong performance for Scottish stores.

Latest data from TWC’s SmartView Convenience analysis reveals that independent stores in Scotland are seeing robust growth.

Keen prices and exciting products are fuelling stay-at-home sales

The convenience sector in Scotland has seen a higher sales growth in value than the rest of the UK

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrack, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 12 June 2023.

The UK is one of the biggest snacking nations in the world, giving the crisps industry the opportunity for innovation.

Wholesale and convenience data experts TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

By volume, Prime Hydration is in the top 10 brands with 2.2% market share

Retail posts strong growth as consumers economise

A.F. Blakemore & Son has announced that it has signed up as a client with MealTrak, the food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme.

Prime Hydration is making the leap from craze to core ranging in the sports and energy drink category, till data seen by RN suggests.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 15 May 2023.

Wholesale and convenience data experts TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Wholesale and convenience data experts TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Latest data from TWC’s SmartView Convenience analysis shows strong value performance in independent convenience stores for impulse categories, including soft drinks (+15.7%), confectionery (+19.8%) and crisps, snacks & nuts (+21.0%). Total sales through the channel grew 5.0% in value terms for the 13 weeks ending 9 July.

Wholesale and convenience data experts TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Impulse categories drove growth in independent convenience in the 13 weeks to 9 July, with total sales through the channel growing +5.0% in value terms, new data reveals.

Wholesale and convenience data experts TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

TWC Group, reports the latest sales performance for 13 weeks to 9 July 2023, from its SmartView Convenience market read for independent convenience retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 15 May 2023.

Wholesalers need to embrace technology.

Technology specialists are not only developing solutions to help wholesalers improve their operations, they are also enhancing the support services they provide.

A need to balance being competitive with being sustainable

Food-to-go and out of home eating occasions have grown by 13 per cent in the 12-week period ending on 12 June, wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reported.

Food-to-go and out-of-home eating occasions grew by 13% in the 12 weeks ending 12 June 2023, new data reveals.

Latest results from MealTrak, the food-to-go and out-of-home (OOH) tracking programme developed in partnership with TWC Group, show that whilst the number of OOH eating occasions were unchanged on a year-on-year basis, there was strong growth coming through in the latest quarter, with occasions up 13% in the 12 weeks to 12 June compared to the equivalent period in 2022.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 12 June 2023.

We’re living in an increasingly digital world, and every industry and business needs to embrace that.

Amazon has been trying to expand its grocery arm for some time, says Julian Skelly, senior VP, retail at Publicis Sapient

In partnership with TWC, CJ Lang & Son has upgraded its SPAR Scotland SalesTrack platform to give suppliers and retailers more ways to understand what’s working and what is’nt in store.

STOCKING well-known brands in PMP formats is a sure-fire way for c-store retailers to get customers spending on household paper products.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 15 May 2023.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 15 May 2023.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 15 May 2023.

Independent convenience stores’ spurt in food-to-go contributed to overall growth of the occasion in the last 12 weeks, states a recent report.

A tight market is proving a game changer in the wholesale world, forcing all stakeholders to up their game, innovate and be the best they can.

CJ Lang & Son is to customise its Spar Scotland SalesTrack platform, a tool that allows the business to report both its wholesale shipments and EPoS sales data in one platform, after seeing traction with its suppliers and retailers.

Insight expert urges retailers to push well-known brand PMPs.

The ‘What’s Happening in Convenience’ session on 23 May had panel discussions from ACS chief executive James Lowman, Oxfordshire-based Spar retailer Ian Lewis and Tom Fender, development director at industry analyst TWC.

We believe that data will help futureproof the business, which is why we have recently partnered with TWC on the Sugro Insight Service (SIS) platform launch.

Times they are a-changing and there is now a role for it in the sector.

Seven members of Sugro have signed up to the buying group’s Insight Service (SIS), which will formally launch in Summer 2023.

Following the recent announcement of Sugro’s Insight Service (SIS), which will formally launch this summer, the member-owned wholesale buying group has revealed that it has already recruited seven members onto the TWC-developed data service, with more expected to engage with the platform shortly.

Ahead of the formal launch of Sugro Insight Service (SIS) in Summer, the wholesale buying group said they have already recruited seven members onto the data service, with more expected to engage with the platform shortly.

Following the announcement of Sugro’s Insight Service (SIS), which will formally launch in Summer 2023, the member-owned wholesale buying group has already recruited 7 members onto the data service, with more expected to engage with the platform shortly

Being any kind of retailer right now feels like being strapped to an RRP rocket. With political uncertainty and Covid supply challenges lighting the blue touch paper, record inflation and rising input costs have seen prices reach lunar altitude.

Having reported great traction with Spar Scotland SalesTrack among its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son / Spar Scotland is now customising the platform to create unique report functionality and new features.

In partnership with TWC, CJ Lang & Son has upgraded its SPAR Scotland SalesTrack platform, offering new report functionality and additional features to suppliers.

Having already seen good results from the SPAR Scotland SalesTrack with its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son is now customising the platform to create unique report functionality and new features.

Having already seen great traction with Spar Scotland SalesTrack with its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son Ltd / SPAR Scotland is now customising the platform to create unique report functionality and new features.

Having already seen great traction with Spar Scotland SalesTrack with its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son Ltd is now customising the platform for SPAR Scotland to create unique report functionality and new features.

Having already seen great traction with Spar Scotland SalesTrack with its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son Ltd / SPAR Scotland is now customising the platform to create unique report functionality and new features.

Having reported great traction with Spar Scotland SalesTrack among its suppliers and retailers, C J Lang & Son / Spar Scotland is now customising the platform to create unique report functionality and new features.

CJ Lang & Son is to customise its Spar Scotland SalesTrack platform, a tool that allows the business to report both its wholesale shipments and EPOS sales data in one platform, after seeing traction with its suppliers and retailers.

Sugro UK has introduced a retailer guide aimed at providing category guidance, seasonal advice and updates on legislation.

The annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’ has now raised over £1million.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 20 March 2023.

Inflation dilemma faces retailers and producers

Florette, the £40m1 salad brand, has announced a £1m marketing campaign that will reach 8.6m shoppers this summer

Total food to go occasions declined by 11 per cent in the latest 12 weeks to 20 March, wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reported.

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were -1% lower than the comparable period in 2022, on a 52 week/MAT basis.

With raging inflation and a consumer aversion to ‘shrinkflation’, PMPs are really coming of age as purse strings tighten but realism dominates

Dee Bee Wholesale has begun a refresh of the Today’s fascia, as part of plans to make the symbol group a destination for larger, supermarket-style shopping.

From paninis and pizzas to burgers and sandwiches, the food-to-go category covers a broad and varied range of products designed to fuel consumers as they go about their daily business.

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were +2% higher than the comparable period in 2022, on a 52 week/MAT basis.

At Asian Trader we have been blowing the trumpet for PMPs for a long while.

Bikes Against Bombs, the annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride, announced that is has now raised over £1million.

Premium chocolate brand Lindt Lindor has launched Price-marked Packs (PMPs) in two on-the-go Lindt Lindor stick flavours; Milk and Salted Caramel at 95p per 38g (38×24 SRP).

Businesses in industries all over the world are focusing on sustainability as a way of making themselves more ethical, as well as to save money

Dee Bee Wholesale is to refresh the Today’s fascia, amid plans to make the symbol group a destination for larger, supermarket-style spending.

Independent convenience stores are aligned to the multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price, new research reveals.

Wholesale buying and marketing group Sugro UK has successfully partnered with data and digital experts, TWC, to launch Sugro Insight Service (SIS) platform.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

Twinings has cut the size of its packs by a fifth, bringing them down from 100 to 80 bags, states reports recently.

While the financial forecast for 2023 appears to have been overtly pessimistic, wholesale still needs supplier support to survive and thrive, says FWD Chair

Due to high inflation and the rising cost of doing business right through the supply chain, many suppliers are grappling with the value equation – should they hold their price and reduce the pack size, or is increasing the price an acceptable option?

Due to the rising cost of doing business right through the supply chain, many suppliers are grappling with the value equation – should they hold their price and reduce the pack size, or is increasing the price an acceptable option?

Wholesale buying and marketing group Sugro UK, with a combined turnover of £1.8bn, has successfully launched its retailer guide aimed at providing category guidance and seasonal advice, as well as important updates on legislation, based on research and data.

Due to high inflation and the rising cost of doing business right through the supply chain, many suppliers are grappling with the value equation – should they hold their price and reduce the pack size, or is increasing the price an acceptable option?

Wholesale buying and marketing group Sugro UK, owned by its 90 wholesale members, with a combined turnover of £1.8 billion, has successfully launched their retailer guide aimed at providing category guidance and seasonal advice, as well as important updates on legislation, based on expert and statistical research and data.

Consumers prefer price increases rather than shrinkflation, new research reveals.

Due to high inflation and the rising cost of doing business right through the supply chain, many suppliers are grappling with the value equation – should they hold their price and reduce the pack size, or is increasing the price an acceptable option?

Due to high inflation and the rising cost of doing business right through the supply chain, many suppliers are grappling with the value equation – should they hold their price and reduce the pack size, or is increasing the price an acceptable option?

Swizzels explains why retailers can win with its sweet offerings.

Leading UK salad brand Florette is urging c-stores retailers to enhance their offering to meet shoppers demand this summer.

The annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride Bikes Against Bombs has raised over £1m for the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) landmine clearance charity.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

Wholesale, convenience and foodservice sector cyclists raise over £1million for landmine clearance charity.

The annual wholesale, convenience, and foodservice charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’ has now raised more than £1m.

The annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’ has now raised over £1m.

Bikes Against Bombs, the annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride, has announced that it has now raised over £1million.

The annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’ has now raised over £1m.

The annual wholesale, convenience and foodservice charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’ (https://bikesagainstbombs.co.uk/) has now raised over £1 million.

Latest results from MealTrak, the food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme developed in partnership with TWC Group, show the total number of out-of-home eating occasions was 2% higher over the year to 20 February 2023.

Latest results from MealTrak, the food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme developed in partnership with TWC Group, show the total number of out-of-home eating occasions was 2% higher over the year to 20 February 2023. However, in the latest 12 weeks, the number of occasions fell by 7% versus the equivalent period in 2022.

The number of food-to-go occasions fell by 7% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 20 February, according to the latest figures from wholesale experts TWC Group and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak.

Independent stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price, according to research from the FWD and TWC.

Total food to go occasions declined by 7 per cent in the latest 12 weeks to 20 February, according to the latest MealTrak results.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 20 February 2023.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 20 February 2023.

Sugro UK has joined forces with TWC to launch Sugro Insight Service (SIS) platform.

Wholesale buying and marketing group Sugro UK has partnered with data and digital services firm TWC to launch the Sugro Insight Service (SIS) platform.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

Discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for independent convenience stores to compete on price, new data shows.

Independent convenience stores are aligned to the multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price, new research reveals.

New research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has shown that independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price.

Independent c-stores are aligned to the convenience multiples on base pricing, but deep discount loyalty card promotions are making it increasingly difficult for the indies to compete on price, states new research from TWC, in collaboration with The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD).

The debate around price marked packs (PMP) has been a longstanding one among retailers and one that has grown in seriousness amid the cost-of-living crisis.

Independent retailers saw margin improvements on nearly a quarter of PMPs last year, according to research from The Wholesale Company (TWC).

Retailers are feeling lack of proper support and protection to run their businesses confidently as they are getting burdened with a slew of back-to-back, overwhelming and often confusing legislations, Asian Trader has learnt.

FOOD-to-go options may be best put to use across the convenience channel.

Is the price-marked pack the independent convenience store’s answer to the supermarket ClubCard?

Trusted price mark can drive equivalent loyalty and footfall- as long as the retailer and wholesaler margin is maintained, states a new report by TWC and FWD suggesting that price marked packs are convenience stores’ answer to the supermarket’s ClubCard.

Is the price-marked pack the independent convenience store’s answer to the supermarket ClubCard?

Suppliers are responding to wholesalers’ requirements for an acceptable shared margin on price-marked packs, according to research from commissioned by the FWD and carried out by TWC.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 23 January 2022.

“Something quick and easy to eat” continues to rule, claims a recent industry report, showing a decline in food-to-go in the month of January.

Latest results from MealTrak, in partnership with TWC Group, show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were +5% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

Latest results from MealTrak, in partnership with TWC Group, show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were +5% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

It is essential for wholesalers to use the right Information Technology to grow their business.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 26 December 2022.

Food-to-go sales through convenience stores were down 16% in the 12 weeks to 26 December 2022, says a new report from wholesale data expert TWC Group and out-of-home analyst MealTrak.

A strong range of own-label products is key for local shops in retaining shoppers.

DATA and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read, branded SmartView Convenience.

The number of out-of-home eating occasions fell by 5% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 26 December 2022, according to TWC/MealTrak.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market report covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read, branded SmartView Convenience.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 26 December 2022.

Tom Fender of TWC Group, which tracks OOH eating including FTG, says that the latest food-to-go and out-of-home figures from TWC’s partner, Mealtrak, show a continued out-performance from the mults (+18 per cent), while occasions in independent convenience stores have fallen over Q4 2022 by -16 per cent (12 w/e 26 December 2022).

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 26 December 2022.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 26 December 2022.

Food-to-go saw decline in convenience channel while multiples and the discounters emerged as clear winners, states a recent report, as Britons looked for “something inexpensive” in 12-week period ending Dec 26, 2022.

The number of out-of-home eating occasions fell by 5% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 26 December 2022, new data reveals.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 26 December 2022.

TWC provides sales reporting for 49 wholesalers across retail and foodservice, and its platform is used by more than 150 suppliers.

TWC is launching SmartView Convenience, which it claims will be the most representative EPoS market read of independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores.

British sweet manufacturer Swizzels will be running its Big Night In campaign for a fourth year offering one lucky retailer a chance to win a cash prize of £1,000 when they buy any three cases from the Swizzels hanging bag range.

TWC is launching SmartView Convenience, which it claims will be the most representative EPoS market read covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read – branded ‘SmartView Convenience’. It claims to be the most representative EPOS market read covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market report covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read – branded ‘SmartView Convenience’. It claims to be the most representative EPOS market read covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read – branded ‘SmartView Convenience’.

TWC Group has announced the launch of a convenience market read – branded ‘SmartView Convenience’.

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read, branded ‘SmartView Convenience’. It claims to be the most representative EPOS market read covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in Britain.

Research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 49% of consumers want to make sustainable choices but are not willing to pay more for this benefit.

We’d summarise what to expect in 2023 in just three words: supply, staffing and sales.

Sweets manufacturer Swizzels has increased the prices of its price-marked pack (PMP) range to help retailers manage profits during the cost-of-living crisis.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 31 October 2022.

Convenience stores food-to-go sales were up 7% in the 12 weeks to 31 October compared with the previous 12 weeks, according to figures just released by MealTrak.

The annual wholesale sector charity bike ride for the Manchester-based landmine clearance charity, MAG (Mines Advisory Group), has seen a raft of senior retail and wholesale executives sign up for the 2023 cycle challenge.

Convenience stores food-to-go sales were up 7% in the 12 weeks to 31 October compared with the previous 12 weeks, according to figures just released by MealTrak.

Sweet manufacturer Swizzels is introducing price increases to its range of price marked packs (PMPs) for the first time in its history, with £1 hanging bags set to be price marked at £1.15 from 2023.

The annual wholesale sector charity bike ride for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, MAG (Mines Advisory Group), has seen a raft of senior foodservice wholesale executives sign up for the 2023 cycle challenge.

Trading will remain tough for convenience stores in 2023 before improving in 2024, according to an industry data specialist.

2023 will be tough but there is hope that things may improve in 2024, says a industry specialist citing latest forecast from IGD, adding that local retailers can prosper in times of economic hardship as shoppers opt for “little and often” shopping.

Trading will remain tough for convenience stores in 2023 before improving in 2024, according to an industry data specialist.

A diversity and inclusion survey has revealed that the number of women working at board level in UK retail and foodservice wholesale has increased from 11% to 20% over the past six years.

More than 60% of independent retailers believe that their shoppers would still buy price-marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little, according to a TWC survey.

The number of out-of-home eating occasions increased by 2% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 5 September 2022, according to data from TWC and MealTrak.

The annual wholesale sector charity bike ride for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, MAG (Mines Advisory Group), has seen a raft of senior foodservice wholesale executives sign up for the 2023 cycle challenge

Senior executives from foodservice wholesalers and buying groups have signed up for the 2023 wholesale sector bike ride for the landmine clearance charity MAG (Mines Advisory Group).

After being officially anointed as Country Range Group’s new chief executive, following more than 20 years of working in the business, Martin Ward reveals what to expect from the foodservice buying group.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 3 October 2022.

The annual wholesale sector charity bike ride for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, MAG (Mines Advisory Group), has seen a raft of senior foodservice wholesale executives sign up for the 2023 cycle challenge.

The annual wholesale sector charity bike ride for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, MAG (Mines Advisory Group), has seen a raft of senior retail and wholesale executives sign up for the 2023 cycle challenge.

The Celtic Manor resort in Wales played host to Caterforce’s recent conference, with suppliers and wholesalers from the foodservice industry coming together for a day of insight, awards and networking.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has issued the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 3 October 2022.

The latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were up 15% compared to 2021 on a 52-week moving annual total (MAT) basis.

Out-of-home eating occasions increased by 15% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 3 October, the latest MealTrak figures reveal.

Wholesale experts TWC Group, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 3 October 2022.

As shoppers move away from Big Four amid cost-of-living crisis, C-stores stand a considerably good chance to attract the displaced shoppers.

Prepare for a ‘tight’ Christmas!

The number of out-of-home eating occasions increased by 5% year-on-year in the 12 weeks to 8 August, new research reveals.

Scots feel strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out, according to research from TWC and the SWA.

Industry leader’s insights on EPOS

DIGITAL and data firm The Wholesale Company (TWC) has found that consumers are willing to pay a little extra on price marked packs.

Manufacturers are continuing to generate excitement in the confectionary category with NPD and limited editions while also promoting PMPs as a popular choice with shoppers.

Treating is falling back in importance in the food-to-go market, with a renewed focus on value, according to the latest food-to-go market performance report from TWC in partnership with MealTrak.

Christmas is round the corner. But with a cost-of-living crisis squeezing budgets, there’s little room for festive cheer with 40% of consumers dining out less frequently than usual.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 8 August 2022.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 5 September 2022.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 49% of consumers want to make sustainable choices but are not willing to pay more for this benefit. Meanwhile the majority expect businesses to be focussed on sustainability and their environmental impact.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 62% of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little. Just 10% of retailers disagreed with this statement.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 5 September 2022.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 5 September 2022.

Women in Wholesale commissioned TWC to do a Diversity & Inclusion survey to get a read on how the sector is doing.

The number of out-of-home eating occasions increased by 2% year-on-year in the 12 weeks ending 5 September 2022, new data reveals.

The Women in Wholesale (WiW) conference is an event that never fails to speak a conversation and this year was no different.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 5 September 2022.

Shoppers would buy even if suppliers hike prices.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 62% of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little. Just 10% of retailers disagreed with this statement.

Major wholesalers are boycotting price-marked (PMP) treat bags from Mars Wrigley after the supplier was accused of squeezing margins.

New research from TWC has revealed that 41% of consumers say they are happy to pay more if it means making a more sustainable choice when eating out.

New research from TWC has revealed that 41% of consumers say they are happy to pay more if it means making a more sustainable choice when eating out.

Almost half of consumers (49%) want to make sustainable choices but are not willing to pay more for this benefit, according to new research from digital and data experts TWC.

Research from TWC has shown that 49% of consumers are not willing to pay more for sustainable products despite wanting to make sustainable choices.

Britons have mixed views on the environmental impact of shopping at convenience stores though most agree that convenience stores could do more to demonstrate their sustainability or environmental credentials, states a report released today.

New research from TWC reveals that 49% of consumers want to make sustainable choices but are not willing to pay more for this benefit. Meanwhile, the majority expect businesses to be focused on sustainability and their environmental impact.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 49% of consumers want to make sustainable choices but are not willing to pay more for this benefit.

New research from The Wholesale Company (TWC) has found that almost two-thirds (62%) of retailers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased their prices.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 62% of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little.

Shoppers seek ‘inexpensive, quick and easy’ options

More than 60% of independent retailers believe that their shoppers would still buy price-marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little, new research reveals.

Just less than two thirds (62%) of retailers think that shoppers would continue to purchase price marked packs (PMPs) if the price was increased.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 62 per cent of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little. Just 10 per cent of retailers disagreed with this statement.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 62% of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price marked packs if suppliers increased the price of them a little.

Recent research from TWC has revealed that 62% of independent retailers feel that their shoppers would still buy price-marked packs (PMPs) if suppliers increased the price of them a little. Just 10% of retailers disagreed with the statement.

SCOTTISH retailers that don’t back sustainability efforts will miss out, according to new research from the Scottish Wholesale Association and TWC.

Majority of consumers say retailers are not doing enough

A diversity and inclusion survey has revealed that the number of women working at board level in UK retail and foodservice wholesale has increased from 11% to 20% over the past six years.

The survey found that 20% of roles at board level were now occupied by women, up from just 11% six years ago

The survey found that 20% of roles at board level were now occupied by women, up from just 11% six years ago

The number of women working at board level in the wholesale industry has increased from 11% to 20% over the past six years. However, wholesaling remains behind other industries in this regard (benchmark: 29%).

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 8 August 2022.

New research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills.

New research from digital and data experts TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), has revealed that Scottish consumers feel particularly strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out.

TWC trends research discovers consumers expect businesses to lead the way on sustainability issues.

It may not feel like it, but we have had a relatively stable economic climate for many years – at least in terms of inflation remaining low.

New research from digital and data experts TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), has revealed that Scottish consumers feel particularly strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 8 August 2022.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, have reported growth in the number and value of out-of-home eating occasions for the 12 weeks to August 8.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has reported the latest food-to-go market performance to 12 w/e 8 August 2022.

The number of out-of-home eating occasions increased by 5% year-on-year in the 12 weeks to 8 August, new research reveals.

71% of consumers are concerned about the environment, and the same number are more concerned now than 3 years ago.

New research from digital and data experts TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), has revealed that Scottish consumers feel particularly strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out.

Scottish consumers expect retailers to be focused on sustainability, according to research from digital and data experts TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

New research from digital and data experts TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), has revealed that Scottish consumers feel particularly strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out.

New research from digital and data consultancy TWC, in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA), has revealed that consumers in Scotland feel particularly strongly about sustainability.

MealTrak’s continuous tracking programme for food-to-go and out-of-home consumption, surveys 36,500 consumers a year.

MealTrak’s continuous tracking programme for food-to-go and out-of-home consumption, surveys 36,500 consumers a year.

Scottish consumers feel strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out, according to research from digital and data specialist TWC and the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

Scottish consumers feel particularly strongly that retailers that don’t back sustainability will lose out according to an industry survey.

The retail behemoth has found grocery rivals hard to catch, but a series of new hires are looking to use the massive potential of Prime to catch up

United Wholesale Scotland and DeeBee Wholesale have both signed up to TWC’s SmartView technology, with the wholesalers using TWC’s framework to track product sales through depot, into retail and out to the consumer.

New research from digital and data experts, TWC, has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London.

Two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills, according to new research from digital and data consultancy TWC and the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were 12% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

Data and digital experts, TWC, has onboarded two new wholesalers to its growing portfolio of clients.

United Wholesale Scotland and DeeBee Wholesale are the latest new clients to join TWC

Data and digital expert TWC has onboarded two new wholesalers to its growing portfolio of clients. United Wholesale Scotland and DeeBee Wholesale are embedding TWC’s SmartView technology, with its market leading dashboards, to track product sales through depot, into retail and out to the consumer.

Data and digital experts, TWC, has onboarded two new wholesalers to its growing portfolio of clients.

TWC’s latest MealTrak data shows growth dipped under 2% over the past 4 weeks, but the number of out-of-home eating occasions and value made strong gains.

TWC has signed up two more wholesalers – United Wholesale Scotland and DeeBee Wholesale – as clients.

Data and digital experts, TWC, has onboarded two new wholesalers to its growing portfolio of clients. United Wholesale Scotland and DeeBee Wholesale are embedding TWC’s SmartView technology, with its market leading dashboards, to track product sales through depot, into retail and out to the consumer.

Data and digital experts, TWC, has onboarded two new wholesalers to its growing portfolio of clients.

The case for Amazon is therefore clear. More than 6 in 10 consumers ‘regularly buy from Amazon’, according to TWC Trends research, which calculated that if just one of these customers did one £40 shop with Amazon per month, then Amazon’s share would rocket to 7%, making it the sixth-biggest retailer in UK grocery.

Food-to-go (FTG) and eating out is up sharply on last year, according to the latest results from the MealTrak survey.

Changes in consumer behaviours often directly impact on the hospitality industry and with the concerns around inflation increases and discussions around the probability of a recession, these changes are as important as ever.

The latest 12-week report from TWC’s MealTrak programme shows that food to go occasions within the convenience channel grew at a faster pace than the total market.

On the 2nd of March 2022, Amazon opened its first checkout-free grocery store of the year in Southwark, London. The previous year had seen an aggressive roll out, with 17 Amazon Fresh stores opening their doors in the capital, all utilising the company’s white-label Just Walk Out technology.

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were 12% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

The latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were 12 per cent higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis

The latest report from MealTrak, a continuous tracking programme for food-to-go and out-of-home consumption from TWC, shows that out-of-home eating occasions are higher than a year ago

The number of out-of-home eating occasions has risen 9% year-on-year in the past 12 weeks, according to TWC’s MealTrak data.

New research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills. Consequently, cutbacks are being made including reduced treats, trading down on groceries and reducing the frequency of meals out of the home.

Two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills, according to new research from the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

Eating out of home and food-to-go occasions have grown faster in Scotland (+16%) compared to the rest of GB (+12%) in the last 52 weeks to be worth £299m, according to research by TWC.

Two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills, reveals new research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

New research has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills resulting in reduced treats, trading down on groceries and reducing the frequency of meals out of the home.

New research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills. Consequently, cutbacks are being made including reduced treats, trading down on groceries and reducing the frequency of meals out of the home.

Two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills, according to new research from digital and data consultancy TWC and the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA).

New research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills.

New research from TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has found that two-thirds of consumers in Scotland are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills. Consequently, cutbacks are being made, including reduced treats, trading down on groceries, and reducing the frequency of meals out of the home.

Two-thirds (66%) of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills, according to research by TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA). This is higher than the 53% recorded nationally.

The SLR Awards prides itself on the robustness and transparency of its judging process and on the quality of the judging panels that ultimately choose the winners.

TWC data reveals that getting on for half of shoppers are cutting back on treats as belts tighten.

Half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing, new research from digital and data experts TWC reveals.

More than 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats in a bid to reduce their spending, new research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed.

New research from digital and data experts, TWC, has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London. Just over 1 in 10 shoppers has shopped at an Amazon Fresh store, renowned for its lack of checkouts and payment via the Amazon app.

New research from digital and data experts TWC in collaboration with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has revealed that two-thirds of Scottish consumers are having to reduce their spending to pay their bills.

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were 12% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

New research from digital and data experts, TWC, has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London. Just over 1 in 10 shoppers has shopped at an Amazon Fresh store, renowned for its lack of checkouts and payment via the Amazon app.

New research from digital and data experts, TWC, has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London. Just over 1 in 10 shoppers has shopped at an Amazon Fresh store, renowned for its lack of checkouts and payment via the Amazon app.

TikTok users in the UK will soon be able to purchase fresh food directly through TikTok Shop.

New research from digital and data experts, TWC, has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London.

According to TWC Trends research, 57% of the UK population expect all companies to be focused on sustainability and their environmental impact.

Shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment – that’s what more of a third of consumers believe according to a TWC report

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed high awareness for Amazon Fresh at 55 per cent nationally, rising to 68 per cent in London. Just over 1 in 10 shoppers has shopped at an Amazon Fresh store, renowned for its lack of checkouts and payment via the Amazon app.

New research from TWC shows that there is a high awareness of the Amazon Fresh concept, at 55% nationally, rising to 68% in London. Just over 1 in 10 shoppers surveyed said they have shopped at an Amazon Fresh store, renowned for its lack of checkouts and automated payment process.

Amazon’s efforts to become a major player in UK grocery appear to be paying off, with 55% consumer awareness nationally, rising to 68% in London.
A new report from TWC…

Amazon’s efforts to become a major player in UK grocery appear to be paying off, with 55% consumer awareness nationally, rising to 68% in London.

Amazon’s aim to become a major player in UK grocery sector appears to be paying off, 55% of consumers across the nation have heard of Amazon Fresh, according to new data.

E-commerce experts from across the industry unite to tackle three common issues wholesalers are currently facing in their quest for digital delight.

The proliferation of rapid delivery in convenience is one of the biggest trends to emerge in recent years and it appears to be here to stay.

Latest MealTrak results show the number of out-of-home eating occasions were 12% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52 week/MAT basis.

New figures show the number of out-of-home eating occasions was 12% higher than the comparable period in 2021 on a 52-week/MAT (moving annual total) basis.

Data has revealed that 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats to reduce their spending, due to the cost-of-living crisis.

Two-thirds of consumers are using at least one method to cut back on grocery spending, while convenience shopping remains strong.

Eating out of home and food-to-go occasions have grown faster in Scotland (+16%) compared to the rest of Great Britain (+12%) in the past 52 weeks to be worth £299m, new data reveals.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 39% of consumers are eating out less frequently as they attempt to balance spending with increasing bills.

“Staples” and “treats” are driving the recovery in food-to-go post pandemic, states a recent new research, highlighting a year-on-year rise in “something quick” and “easy to eat” categories.

Not many retailers are willing to take on Tesco, and certainly not on price. Amazon has done both

TWC data reveals that convenience stores are holding up well, with over half of consumers saying their usage of the channel has stayed the same.

More than half of consumers like the idea of rapid grocery delivery.

Wholesale experts TWC and food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak have reported that the food-to-go market has grown by 9% year-on-year in value in independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks.

It is essential for wholesalers to increase their digital offering

New research from digital and data firm TWC has revealed that 39% of consumers are eating out less frequently as they attempt to balance spending with increasing bills.

Two-thirds of consumers are using at least one method to cut back on grocery spending, while convenience shopping remains strong.

Consumers warm to rapid delivery

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats in a bid to reduce their spending. Two-thirds of consumers are using at least one tactic to cut back on grocery spending, with trading down on product choice the next most used strategy.

New research from data and digital experts TWC has revealed that half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing.

A total of 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats in a bid to reduce their spending, according to research from TWC conducted with over 1,000 consumers across the UK in June 2022.

More than 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats in a bid to reduce their spending, new research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 42% of consumers are buying fewer treats in a bid to reduce their spending.

More than two thirds of consumers are using at least one tactic to cut back on grocery spending, with trading down on product choice the next most used strategy to deal with the cost-of-living crisis, according to research from TWC.

Over half of consumers are reducing their spending to pay their bills, states a new study, highlighting how consumers are buying fewer treats and trading down the groceries as the cost of living soars in the country.

Digital and data experts, TWC, has announced an addition to its fast growing team: Kim Reddick has joined the business as Sales Director.

SmartView – from data and digital experts TWC – is a reporting platform for wholesalers, foodservice and convenience retails operators that enables the operator and its suppliers to make data-led decisions.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing. Interest was highest amongst those living in London and younger consumers.

A TWC report reveals awareness of the individual operators was the highest for Getir and Gorillas

The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) Conference returned to St George’s Park in Burton-on-Trent on Thursday 30 June to reunite the wholesale community for a packed day of learning and networking.

Over half (51%) of consumers find the idea of grocery delivery, within half an hour or less, appealing with research suggesting shoppers are willing to spend more for a premium service, according to digital and data experts, TWC.

SWIZZELS and data and digital consultancy firm TWC have joined forces to develop a data-led sales strategy for the sugar confectionery maker.

Half of consumers find the idea of rapid grocery delivery in half an hour or less appealing, according to a report by data and digital consultancy TWC.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing. Interest was highest amongst those living in London and younger consumers.

With on-the-go occasions once again on the rise, local retailers have a tasty opportunity to make more of food- and drinks-to-go.

Half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing, new research from digital and data experts TWC reveals.

Research from TWC shows that half of consumers find the idea of rapid delivery of groceries appealing, with interest highest amongst those living in London as well as younger consumers.

More than half of consumers like the idea of rapid grocery delivery, says a new survey.

New research from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that half of consumers find the idea of delivery of groceries in half an hour – or less – appealing. Interest was highest amongst those living in London and younger consumers.

Half of consumers find rapid grocery delivery appealing, according to a report by data and digital consultancy TWC.

“Data is going to be at the heart of everything we do. We’ve brought on Confex Data Insight with TWC last year and are now working towards having a massive chunk of the business in the group going through our data portal”.

According to TWC Trends (research conducted in June 2022), 17% of the GB population have used a rapid delivery service, equating to around one in six consumers

The digital and data expert has added a new sales director to its team to help navigate its growth for the coming years

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, is pleased to announce an addition to its fast-growing team. Kim Reddick has joined the business as Sales Director.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports the food-to-go market has grown by +9% in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (vs. the same period a year ago).

Sugar confectionary manufacturer, Swizzels Matlow Ltd, is working with data and digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

A team of 24 people from the UK convenience and wholesale sector has completed the Bike Bosnia challenge, cycling over Bosnia’s mountain passes and through dense forests into Sarajevo to raise funds for Mines Advisory Group (MAG), the Manchester based landmine clearance charity.

TWC has appointed Kim Reddick as its new sales director, whilst Rachel James has been promoted to client services director.

Kim Reddick has joined digital and data specialist TWC as Sales Director.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, has announced an addition to its fast-growing team: Kim Reddick has joined the business as Sales Director.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, is pleased to announce an addition to its fast-growing team. Kim Reddick has joined the business as Sales Director.

TWC has appointed Kim Reddick as sales director.

Confectionary makers Swizzels Matlow is working with digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Swizzels has formed a partnership with TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive growth within the wholesale sector.

United Wholesale Scotland “We’ve just signed a one-year deal with TWC to use the Smartview data system”.

Wholesale expert, TWC in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports that the food-to-go market has grown by 9% in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (versus the same period a year ago).

With on-the-go occasions once again on the rise, local retailers have a tasty opportunity to make more of food and drinks-to-go.

Wholesale experts TWC and food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak have reported that the food-to-go market has grown by 9% year-on-year in value in independent c-stores in the latest 12 weeks.

The confectionery manufacturer is working with TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Sugar confectionery manufacturer, Swizzels Matlow Limited, is working with data and digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Data and digital consultancy TWC has unveiled a new report within its SmartView dashboard platform that allows users to create a category review in just a few minutes.

Confectionery manufacturer Swizzels Matlow is working with data and digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Sugar confectionery manufacturer, Swizzels Matlow Limited, is working with data and digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Sugar confectionery manufacturer, Swizzels Matlow Limited, is working with data and digital consultancy TWC to develop a data-led sales strategy to drive incremental growth within the wholesale channel.

Functional drinks manufacturer MEDAHUMAN has become a sponsor of Bike Bosnia 2022, the upcoming wholesale and convenience retail charity bike ride, which is aiming to raise almost £100,000 for the landmine clearance charity MAG (Mines Advisory Group).

Data specialist TWC says independent stores are not growing their food-to-go (FTG) sales as fast as they could.

Getting a grip on what’s driving online sales just got easier after TWC unveiled a new report on its SmartView dashboard platform.

For the wholesale channel to thrive and realise it’s full potential, it must be able to compete on a level playing field with other routes to market, specifically the multiples.

Data and digital consultancy TWC has unveiled a new report within its SmartView dashboard platform that allows users to create a category review in just a few minutes.

A selection of the industry’s digital-facing service providers give their verdicts on how wholesalers can use e-commerce to benefit their business.

Data and digital consultancy TWC has unveiled a new report within its SmartView dashboard platform that allows users to create a category review in just a few minutes.

Data and digital consultancy TWC has unveiled a new report within its SmartView dashboard platform that allows users to create a category review in just a few minutes.

The latest figures by TWC and MealTrak show that staff dining within the workplace is now on the rise as workers return to the office.

TWC say this is the ideal time for retailers to review their food-to-go range in line with what’s happening in the market to maximise this opportunity.

Data and digital consultancy TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, has revealed that the food-to-go market has grown by 9% in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (vs. the same period a year ago). However, the total market across all channels has grown by 31% over the same period, and total grocery retail outlets have grown even more at 51%.

Foodservice buying group, Caterforce, which brings together nine of the largest independent wholesalers in the UK, has appointed data & digital experts TWC to conduct a customer research project.

Thanks to our collaboration with MealTrak – the nation’s leading continuous tracking programme for food-to-go and out-of-home consumption, we are now able to report the latest consumer trends to support operators, wholesalers and suppliers with their forecasting and strategic planning. 

Wholesale data specialist TWC says that independent convenience stores are not increasing their food-to-go sales as much as they could.

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports that the food-to-go market has grown by +9% in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (vs. the same period a year ago).

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports that the food-to-go market has grown by +9 per cent in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (vs. the same period a year ago).

The food-to-go market has grown significantly less in the independent convenience store sector compared to across all channels, according to the latest research from Wholesale experts TWC.

Latest research suggest independent convenience retailers are missing out on wider food-to-go boom

Wholesale experts TWC, in partnership with food-to-go and out-of-home tracking programme MealTrak, reports that the food-to-go market has grown by 9% in value within independent convenience stores in the latest 12 weeks (vs. the same period a year ago).

Sarah Coleman of TWC looks at long-term predictions for the take-up of JWO technology and new areas of foodservice and hospitality it will impact – plus benefits to operators and efficiencies

A team of 24 grocery, wholesale and convenience industry colleagues, including SLR’s Antony Begley and Helen Lyons, are set to cycle 300km in Bosnia to raise funds for landmine charity MAG.

Creating three distinct divisions to better serve its expanding client base, TWC offers services utilising data to drive growth.

Shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment – that’s what more of a third of consumers believe according to a TWC report

Foodservice buying group, Caterforce, which brings together nine of the largest independent wholesalers in the UK, has appointed data & digital experts TWC to conduct a customer research project for the group. The purpose of the study is to better understand how foodservice operators decide what to offer their customers and how they are engaging with them, including digital engagement.

Foodservice buying group, Caterforce, which brings together nine of the largest independent wholesalers in the UK, has appointed data & digital experts TWC to conduct a customer research project for the group. The purpose of the study is to better understand how foodservice operators decide what to offer their customers and how they are engaging with them, including digital engagement.

Caterforce has appointed data and digital experts TWC to conduct a customer research project for the group.

Foodservice buying group Caterforce has appointed TWC to conduct a customer research project to better understand how foodservice operators decide what to offer their customers and how they are engaging with them, including digital engagement.

Caterforce and TWC have partnered together to work on a customer research project to better understand how foodservice operators decide what to offer their customers and how they are engaging with them.

Caterforce has appointed data & digital experts TWC to conduct a customer research project for the group.

A team of 24 grocery, wholesale and convenience industry colleagues, including The Week In Retail’s Antony Begley and Helen Lyons, are set to cycle 300km in the hills of Bosnia to raise funds for landmine charity MAG.

From 10 – 15 June 2022, twenty-four intrepid convenience, wholesale, grocery and on-trade experts, including Store Group owner Mital Morar, md of Sewell on the Go Patrick Sewell and Central England Co-op CEO Debbie Robinson, will cycle across the Western Balkans in just four days.

Earlier in the year, Country Range Group re-committed to its partnership with data and digital experts TWC for a further three years. As the SmartView data platform is rolled out to members and suppliers, the system has been upgraded to unlock further features and functionality.

The Country Range group recently upgraded its CRG Insight Service, with the TWC platform now providing enhanced functionality and the addition of new reporting tools.

Country Range Group has renewed its deal with TWC for another three years as the foodservice buying group remains committed to using data as part of its business.

Country Range Group has moved to an upgraded platform on TWC SmartView as part of its strengthened partnership with the data and digital experts.

Earlier in the year, Country Range Group re-committed to its partnership with data and digital experts TWC for a further three years. As the SmartView data platform is rolled out to members and suppliers, the system has been upgraded to unlock further features and functionality.

The first thing that comes to my mind when looking to the future is the encroachment of Amazon into our wholesale channel.

In recent years, there has been an incredible digital transformation in the wholesale sector. The biggest tech trends continue to shift to digital-first models and have a diverse range of digital elements to create unrivalled customer experiences.

TWC is delighted to announce that it will be one of the main sponsors of the annual wholesale and convenience charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’, raising funds in support of Mines Advisory Group (MAG).

More than a third of consumers believe shopping at local convenience stores is better for the environment than shopping at larger and more distant supermarkets.

Data from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 11% of consumers are considering managing without a car due to the rising cost of running a vehicle. Other tactics include reducing car usage, shopping around for the cheapest fuel and not fully filling up their tank to manage spending.

Some 11% of consumers are considering managing without a car due to the rising cost of running a vehicle, according to digital and data experts TWC. Other tactics include reducing car usage, shopping around for the cheapest fuel and not fully filling up their tank to manage spending.

As petrol prices continue to rocket, convenience stores are set to see footfall increase according to digital and data expert TWC.

Digital and data experts TWC data has revealed that 11% of UK consumers are considering managing without a car due to the rising cost of running a vehicle.

Data from digital and data experts TWC has revealed that 11 per cent of consumers are considering managing without a car due to the rising cost of running a vehicle. Other tactics include reducing car usage, shopping around for the cheapest fuel and not fully filling up their tank to manage spending.

Independent retailers have been urged to increase marketing of sustainable products with in-store messaging.

Grocery delivery has been growing at breakneck speed in urban areas, according to TWC.

Over one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.

GROCERY delivery has been growing at breakneck speed in urban areas, according to TWC.

OVER one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.

TWC is delighted to announce that it will be one of the main sponsors of the annual wholesale and convenience charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’, raising funds in support of Mines Advisory Group (MAG). The Bike Bosnia 2022 ride – which takes place from 10th to 15th June – will see the participants cycle 300km from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo and is the sixth international ride. The previous rides, including the UK rides during 2021, have raised a staggering £730,000 to help rid the world of landmines.

TWC has announced that it will be one of the main sponsors of the annual wholesale and convenience charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’, raising funds in support of Mines Advisory Group (MAG).

TWC has announced that it will be one of the main sponsors of the annual wholesale and convenience charity bike ride “Bikes Against Bombs”, raising funds in support of Mines Advisory Group (MAG). The Bike Bosnia 2022 ride – which takes place from 10th to 15th June – will see the participants cycle 300km from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo and is the sixth international ride. The previous rides, including the UK rides during 2021, have raised a staggering £730,000 to help rid the world of landmines.

The wholesale market is being influenced by a number of consumer trends, according to research by TWC – The Wholesale Company.

In recent years, there has been an incredible digital transformation in the wholesale sector.

TWC is delighted to announce that it will be one of the main sponsors of the annual wholesale and convenience charity bike ride ‘Bikes Against Bombs’, raising funds in support of Mines Advisory Group (MAG). The Bike Bosnia 2022 ride – which takes place from 10th to 15th June – will see the participants cycle 300km from Dubrovnik to Sarajevo and is the sixth international ride. The previous rides, including the UK rides during 2021, have raised a staggering £730,000 to help rid the world of landmines.

Three of the most-respected wholesale service providers in the sector provide their take on what is coming for the industry in 2022.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with David’s Kitchen, the convenience retail/foodservice hybrid offer set up by the highly influential Scottish retailer, David Sands.

The wholesale market is being influenced by a number of consumer trends, according to research by TWC – The Wholesale Company. More people visited a hospitality outlet than a supermarket in October 2021. Broadly speaking, people are entertaining at home, they are...

A new report from data and digital experts TWC has revealed that more than two-thirds of UK consumers are concerned about the environment and sustainability issues – and this attitude is not limited to young people. The report also shows that this is a consideration when choosing venues for eating out.

Over a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report.

Communications director at TWC Sarah Coleman urged independent retailers to identify which elements of sustainability resonate most with customers

Research shows that currently consumers are unsure of the environmental impact of shopping at convenience stores.

Innovative retail chain David’s Kitchen has announced a tie-up with data and digital experts TWC to examine further avenues of growth for the retail/foodservice hybrid business.

Shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment – that’s what more of a third of consumers believe according to a TWC report.

Innovative retail chain David’s Kitchen has announced a tie-up with data and digital experts TWC to examine further avenues of growth for the retail/foodservice hybrid business.

The annual grocery, wholesale and convenience retail charity bike ride, set up by Sugro Managing Director Neil Turton and TWC Development Director Tom Fender in aid of landmine clearance charity Mines Advisory Group, will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

More than a third of consumers believe that shopping at local convenience stores is better for the environment than shopping at larger and more distant supermarkets, claims a new survey.

A new report from TWC has found that over a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment. The report also confirmed that sustainability concerns are already influencing where they are shopping for groceries – and will do so more in the future.

Over a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from data and digital experts TWC

Local stores are believed to be better for the environment by over a third of consumers, a new report by TWC has found.

Sustainability concerns are already influencing where customers do their grocery shopping, according to a new TWC data report.

More than a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, new research reveals.

Over a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, states a new report, which also stated that sustainability concerns are already influencing where they are shopping for groceries – and will do so more in the future.

A new report from data and digital experts TWC has found that over a third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment. The report also confirmed that sustainability concerns are already influencing where they are shopping for groceries – and will do so more in the future.

Wholesale charity cyclists will take to the Balkans this summer for their latest fundraising challenge.

The annual grocery wholesale & convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Neil Turton, MD of Sugro, and Tom Fender, Development Director of TWC to raise money for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with David’s Kitchen, the convenience retail / foodservice hybrid offer set up by the highly influential Scottish retailer, David Sands.

Data and digital experts TWC have announced a new TWC Consultancy project with David’s Kitchen, the convenience retail/foodservice hybrid offer set up by the highly influential Scottish retailer, David Sands.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with David’s Kitchen, the convenience retail / foodservice hybrid offer set up by the highly influential Scottish retailer, David Sands.

A new report launched by TWC Trends – Online Explosion explores the digitisation and delivery of food and drink and its impact on the convenience retail sector.

The scale of rising costs means that suppliers and wholesalers are no longer able to absorb product price increases.

The annual grocery wholesale & convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Sugro’s Neil Turton and TWC’s Tom Fender to raise money for the landmine clearance charity Mines Advisory Group (MAG), is returning as an overseas trip this year.

Having already seen the benefits from its long-running partnership with TWC, Country Range Group plans to ‘take data to the next level’.

A new report from TWC found that promotional offers are an important driver for meals out, to keep costs down, particularly for younger consumers.

A new report from TWC found that promotional offers are an important driver for meals out, to keep costs down, particularly for younger consumers.

A new report from TWC found that promotional offers are an important driver for meals out, to keep costs down, particularly for younger consumers.

Younger customers are more likely to shun loyalty schemes, despite struggling financially, but willing to hand over their data in exchange for personalised deals, according to new research by the TWC

A new report from data and digital experts TWC confirms that promotions are an important driver for meals out, to keep costs down, particularly for younger consumers.

Young customers are less likely to sign up for loyalty schemes but also more likely to be struggling financially, according to research from digital specialist TWC.

A new report from data and digital firm TWC has revealed the significantly lower uptake of loyalty schemes amongst younger consumers despite this cohort being more likely to agree that they are happy for businesses to collect data about their spending and purchasing habits if they personalise offers better in return.

The annual grocery wholesale & convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Neil Turton, MD of Sugro, and Tom Fender, Development Director of TWC to raise money for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

Having already seen the benefits of its long-running partnership with TWC, Country Range Group has renewed and strengthened its relationship with the leading data and digital experts for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

A new report from data and digital experts TWC has revealed the significantly lower uptake of loyalty schemes amongst younger consumers despite this cohort being more likely to agree that they are happy for businesses to collect data about their spending and purchasing habits if they personalise offers better in return.

The annual grocery, wholesale and convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Sugro Managing Director Neil Turton and TWC Development Director Tom Fender, to raise money for the Manchester-based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

A new report from data and digital experts TWC has revealed the significantly lower uptake of loyalty schemes amongst younger consumers – despite this cohort being more likely to agree that they are happy for businesses to collect data about their spending and purchasing habits if they personalise offers better in return.

The annual grocery, wholesale and convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Sugro Managing Director Neil Turton and TWC Development Director Tom Fender, to raise money for the Manchester-based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

The annual grocery wholesale & convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Neil Turton, MD of Sugro, and Tom Fender, Development Director of TWC to raise money for the Manchester based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

The annual industry charity bike ride will be taking place in Bosnia and Croatia this year, in order to raise money for landmine clearance charity Mines Advisory Group (MAG).

The annual grocery wholesale and convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Neil Turton, MD of Sugro, and Tom Fender, Development Director of TWC, to raise money for the Manchester-based landmine clearance charity, Mines Advisory Group (MAG), will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

The annual grocery wholesale & convenience retail charity bike ride, set up in 2015 by Neil Turton, MD of Sugro, and Tom Fender, Development Director of TWC, will return as an overseas trip in 2022.

Country Range Group has renewed and strengthened its relationship with leading data and digital experts TWC for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

Having already seen the benefits of its partnership with TWC, Country Range Group has renewed its relationship with the data and digital experts for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

Having already seen the benefits of its partnership with TWC, Country Range Group has renewed its relationship with the data and digital experts for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

Having seen the benefits of its long-running partnership with TWC, Country Range Group has renewed and strengthened its relationship with the data and digital experts for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

The foodservice group is now looking to ‘take data to the next level’, with suppliers and buyers taking a data-led approach to drive joint business plans and ultimately to achieve incremental sales.

Having already seen the benefits of its long-running partnership with TWC, Country Range Group has renewed and strengthened its relationship with the leading data and digital experts for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

The Country Range Group has renewed its contract with TWC’ s SmartView platform for a further three years as part of a long-term digital strategy for the business and its members

Country Range Group has renewed its relationship with TWC for a further three years.

Country Range Group has renewed and strengthened its relationship with leading data and digital experts TWC for a further three years in line with its progressive digital strategy.

TWC Trends recent Online Explosion report has explored how digitisation and delivery of food and drink are affecting convenience retail.

A new report launched by TWC Trends – Online Explosion explores the digitisation and delivery of food and drink and its impact on the convenience retail sector.

A new report by TWC Trends shows that four months after full lockdown ended in July 2021, 83% of the nation had visited a hospitality establishment in the last month – which is higher than the proportion saying that they had visited a supermarket, at 80%.

The Scottish Wholesale Association hosted a webinar on 14th December unpicking consumer trends in Scotland and specifically to understand whether sustainability is influencing purchasing decisions – and the likely impact on the wholesale sector.

A new study by TWC Trends, exploring the digitisation and delivery of food & drink and its impact on the convenience retail sector, confirms that online grocery shopping is not just for the main shop but is increasingly being used for top-up shopping.

Almost three-quarters of Scottish consumers are concerned about environmental and sustainability issues and a similar proportion say they are more concerned now than they were three years ago, new research reveals.

A new report launched by TWC Trends – Online Explosion explores the digitisation and delivery of food and drink and its impact on the convenience retail sector.

Online shopping is increasingly being used for top-up grocery shopping, according to a new reportby TWC Trends.

There is no doubt that UK consumers are ‘waking up and smelling the coffee’ when it comes to sustainable living and the importance of each one of us making a contribution, to reduce the impact of climate change, reinforced by the messages that came through from COP26.

Four months after full lockdown ended in July, 83% of the nation has visited a hospitality establishment in the last month. This is higher than the proportion saying that they had visited a supermarket, at 80%.

Wholesalers should “target” home-entertaining occasions as they look to make ground in an ever-changing market.

Research shows almost 7 in 10 consumers have entertained friends and family at home in the past month or plan to do so soon.

According to a report by TWC Trends, four months after full lockdown ended in July 2021, 83% of the nation had visited a hospitality establishment in the last month – higher than the proportion saying that they had visited a supermarket (80%).

According to a report by TWC Trends, four months after full lockdown ended in July 2021, 83% of the nation had visited a hospitality establishment in the last month – higher than the proportion saying that they had visited a supermarket (80%).

A new report from TWC has highlighted the importance of wholesalers adapting to change and working ‘smart’ so they can support their customers in both retail and foodservice and help them optimise opportunities that may result from emerging, or re-emerging, consumer behaviours.

A new report from TWC has highlighted the importance of entertaining at home, a legacy of the lockdowns of 2020 and 2021.

CJ Lang & Son has successfully introduced a new wholesale and retail data reporting service, hosted through TWC’s SmartView technology.

With all eyes on climate change at COP26, TWC Trends data shows that half of consumers (51%) say they consider the environmental impact of their menu choices when ordering food in restaurants.

Amazon is planning to open 260 checkout-free Just Walk Out grocery stores in the UK by the end of 2024.

With a tranche of new legislation in the pipeline looking at better diets and how the channel markets the products it sells, health is definitely at the front of the queue of issues wholesalers will need to be familiar with in the coming months and years.

As new allergen-labelling laws go live across the UK food industry, wholesalers are helping customers stay legal.

According to TWC, more than half of UK consumers consider sustainability and the potential environmental impact when ordering food in restaurants, with 66% stating that menus should use more products and ingredients from local suppliers.

With all eyes on COP26, TWC Trends data shows that over half of UK consumers (51%) say they consider the environmental impact of their menu choices when ordering food in restaurants.

With all eyes on climate change at COP26, TWC Trends data shows that half of consumers (51%) say they consider the environmental impact of their menu choices when ordering food in restaurants.

With all eyes on COP26, TWC Trends data shows that over half of UK consumers (51%) say they consider the environmental impact of their menu choices when ordering food in restaurants.

Leading digital and data company, TWC, has been celebrating the close working partnership with CJ Lang & Son Ltd with its SPAR Scotland Sales Track - the new wholesale and retail data reporting service – which is proving highly successful, hosted through TWC’s...

Digital and data company TWC has said its partnership with CJ Lang & Son to develop SPAR Scotland Sales Track – a new wholesale and retail data reporting service – has proved successful.

An industry-first data solution between TWC and CJ Lang & Son is being celebrated by Spar’s wholesale partner.

TWC has begun a collaboration with CJ Lang & Son Ltd on a data reporting service hosted through TWC’s SmartView technology, combining CJ Lang’s wholesale shipments data with EPoS sales data from company owned stores.

Data company TWC has been celebrating the close working partnership with CJ Lang & Son Ltd with its SPAR Scotland Sales Track – the new wholesale and retail data reporting service – hosted through TWC’s SmartView technology with its market leading dashboards.

CJ Lang & Son has successfully introduced a new wholesale and retail data reporting service, hosted through TWC’s SmartView technology.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, is pleased to announce two new members to its fast-growing team.

Leading digital and data company, TWC, has been celebrating the close working partnership with CJ Lang & Son Ltd with its SPAR Scotland Sales Track – the new wholesale and retail data reporting service – which is proving highly successful, hosted through TWC’s SmartView technology with its market leading dashboards.

As Natasha’s Law comes into effect this month, a study by TWC Trends showed that when asked whether UK hospitality outlets are good for people with food allergies/intolerances, only 50% of UK consumers agreed.

Confex – a unique wholesale buying group, with nearly 50 years of trading experience with an annual turnover of £2.16 billion – has partnered with data and digital experts, TWC, to launch Confex Data Insight, a new sales reporting platform which is set to bring competitive advantage to its members and identify opportunities for suppliers.

Data and digital expert TWC has announced two new members to its fast-growing team.

Confex and TWC have joined forces to launch a new data partnership that will transform sales information for the buying group’s members.

Confex has gone live with Confex Data Insight, a sales reporting platform by TWC that is designed to bring competitive advantage to its members and identify opportunities for suppliers.

Confex has partnered with data and digital experts, TWC. The partnership launched Confex Data Insight, a new sales reporting platform, earlier this week.

Confex, the wholesale buying group with an annual turnover of £2.2bn, has partnered with data and digital experts TWC to launch Confex Data Insight, a new sales reporting platform.

The wholesale buying group has partnered with data and digital experts TWC

Wholesale buying group Confex, with nearly 50 years of trading experience and an annual turnover of £2.16 billion – has partnered with data and digital experts TWC, to launch Confex Data Insight, a new sales reporting platform which is set to bring competitive advantage to its members and identify opportunities for suppliers. The wholesale reporting solution, which went live this week, has already seen strong engagement from key suppliers who now have access to the new system.

Confex – a unique wholesale buying group, with nearly 50 years of trading experience with an annual turnover of £2.16 billion – has partnered with data and digital experts, TWC, to launch Confex Data Insight, a new sales reporting platform which is set to bring competitive advantage to its members and identify opportunities for suppliers. The wholesale reporting solution, which went live this week, has already seen strong engagement from key suppliers who now have access to the new system.

As Natasha’s Law comes into effect this month, a study by TWC Trends has found that when asked whether UK hospitality outlets are good for people with food allergies or intolerances, only 50% of UK consumers agreed.

Only 50% of UK customers trust that UK hospitality outlets are good for people with food allergies/intolerances, a study by TWC found.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, is pleased to announce two new members to its fast-growing team. Sarah Coleman has joined as Director of Communications and Kelly Liversage has joined as Customer Excellence Manager.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with Tŷ Nant Natural Mineral Water.

TWC Trends shows only half of UK consumers agree that UK hospitality outlets are good for those with allergies or food intolerance

A pair of new hires have been brought in at TWC to “strengthen” the digital and data experts’ team.

Leading digital and data expert, TWC, is pleased to announce two new members to its fast-growing team. Sarah Coleman has joined as Director of Communications and Kelly Liversage has joined as Customer Excellence Manager.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC, is pleased to announce two new members to its fast-growing team. Sarah Coleman has joined as Director of Communications and Kelly Liversage has joined as Customer Excellence Manager.

TWC has appointed Sarah Coleman as its director of communications and Kelly Liversage as customer excellence manager, with the company continuing its growth strategy.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with Tŷ Nant Natural Mineral Water.

Leading data and digital experts, TWC, has announced a new TWC Consultancy project with Tŷ Nant Natural Mineral Water.

Wholesalers’ sales data is one of their greatest assets. Confex is creating a members’ data service in conjunction with TWC.

Wholesalers need to get ahead of Christmas as soon as possible to capitalise at the optimum time.

Latest stats from TWC Trends have highlighted the extent of the online explosion when it comes to digitalisation and delivery of food and drink.

Set to revolutionise suppliers’ ability to make informed decisions fast, and drive sales in wholesale, the NEW WholeView from leading data and digital experts, TWC, launches today.

TWC has launched its new WholeView platform that aims to help suppliers make “informed decisions fast” and drive sales in wholesale.

Set to revolutionise suppliers’ ability to make informed decisions fast, and drive sales in wholesale, the NEW WholeView from leading data and digital experts, TWC, launches today.

Designed to revolutionise suppliers’ ability to make informed decisions fast, and drive sales in wholesale, the new WholeView from TWC has been launched.

TWC has launched a new service to help suppliers make informed decisions quickly that could drive wholesale sales.

TWC has launched cloud-based system, WholeView with the aim of helping wholesalers drive sales, with the new platform allowing suppliers to view their data while presenting wholesale shipment data in a single KPI dashboard.

Picture Portal and Brand Box help build business for members and suppliers.

Latest stats from TWC Trends have highlighted the extent of the online explosion when it comes to digitalisation and delivery of food and drink and the impact on convenience and foodservice with more recent data showing that subscription services are rapidly taking hold.

Landmine clearance organisation the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) is to be the official charity partner of this year’s Retail Industry Awards.

Amid the online explosion when it comes to digitalisation and delivery of food and drink, new data shows that subscription services are rapidly taking hold.

Latest stats from TWC Trends have highlighted the extent of the online explosion when it comes to digitalisation and delivery of food and drink and the impact on convenience and foodservice with more recent data showing that subscription services are rapidly taking hold.

Amid the online explosion when it comes to digitalisation and delivery of food and drink, new data shows that subscription services are rapidly taking hold.

As wholesalers increasingly look to follow what the data is telling them and act on relevant and valuable insight, leading data and insight specialists, TWC, has partnered with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) to sponsor a new award within its Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards 2022 – The Best Technology Initiative.

TWC has thrown its support behind a new award recognising digital innovation.

Wholesale data and digital specialist TWC has made some key strategic changes to its Board

TWC has teamed with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) to sponsor a new technological award as part of the Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards 2022.

As wholesalers increasingly look to follow what the data is telling them and act on relevant and valuable insight, leading data and insight specialists, TWC, has partnered with the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) to sponsor a new award within its Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards 2022 – The Best Technology Initiative.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC is pleased to announce some key strategic changes to its board.

Caterforce chose TWC to develop a progressive data platform, and since going live in April the Sales Hub is already proving invaluable in influencing the group’s decisions.

2020 saw several major changes within the convenience channel, including a change in consumer needs within soft drinks. Three key soft drink needs emerged: energy boost, in-home refreshment and socialising, and hydration.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC is pleased to announce some key strategic changes to its Board, set to further amplify and accelerate the company’s growth and development.

WHOLESALER AND RETAILER SPAR SCOTLAND’S INNOVATIVE SALES TRACK PROJECT WHICH MAKES THE COMPANY’S SALES DATA AVAILABLE TO SUPPLIERS IS NOW LIVE

A new promotional package has been offered to independent retailers in an area of Edinburgh by Bellevue Cash & Carry, as Asda opens a new store there.

At their virtual tradeshow back in November 2020, Scotland’s largest independent retailing and distribution company, CJ Lang and Son Limited (SPAR Scotland) announced they had appointed data and digital specialist, TWC to partner in the development of a new sales data reporting service that would be available to suppliers and stakeholders.

TWC has announced strategic changes to its board with co-founder Mike McGee now the company’s chairman, with development director Tom Fender and Andy Donnely now investors and shareholders in the business.

Former Landmark managing director Mike McGee has been named as the new TWC chairman as the wholesale specialists reshuffles its board.

Data and digital specialist TWC has announced key strategic changes to its board.

Leading digital and data experts, TWC is pleased to announce some key strategic changes to its Board, set to further amplify and accelerate the company’s growth and development.

With consumer behaviours starting to change as the nation reawakens following the Covid-19 pandemic, TWC Director Tanya Pepin outlines the role convenience retail can play to maintain its share of the market

A new study* shows that 60% of workers believe that City Centres won’t recover from the pandemic for many years, Managing Director Tanya Pepin says that “60% of respondents also reported they found working in cities less attractive now.”

TWC – the company that sits at the heart of Wholesale, Foodservice and Convenience has reshaped its business in order to drive customers’ growth and help them understand how they can harness data more effectively than ever.

TWC trends show that workers are looking for a new workplace experience

Less time on Zoom and in city centres – that’s what a post-pandemic working world could look like according to the majority of workers.

That’s why TWC are the data partner of choice to the UK’s leading buying groups…

Paul Hill speaks to Development Director Tom Fender

Has UK convenience reached a digital tipping point?

New look and feel for TWC, as it showcases new divisions …

Director of Foodservice & Licensed at Britvic, Adam Russell, says that although consumers have adapted to the ‘new normal’, they are certainly becoming more eager to return to venues and outlets.

TWC has remodelled its business and will now offer its services across three specialist divisions – TWC Trends, TWC Consultancy and TWC Technology.

Data and digital specialist TWC has reshaped its business into three divisions: TWC Trends, TWC Consultancy and TWC Technology.

Three new divisions have been created in TWC’s ranks as the wholesale specialist reveals its new look.

TWC – the company that sits at the heart of Wholesale, Foodservice and Convenience has reshaped its business in order to drive customers’ growth and help them understand how they can harness data more effectively than ever.

Director of Foodservice & Licensed at Britvic, Adam Russell, says that although consumers have adapted to the ‘new normal’, they are certainly becoming more eager to return to venues and outlets.

Zoom calls, video streaming, remote working. Coronavirus has turbo-charged the uptake of new technology in many aspects of our daily life – and independent convenience retailers are no exception.

Amazon would be the UK’s sixth largest supermarket if current shoppers swapped just one grocery shop per month, according to the inaugural TWC Trends Spring 2021 Report.

Younger consumers in favour of data collection

CONVENIENCE retailers should ramp up their use of data and insights to attract younger consumers, data and insight firm TWC has claimed.

Are you in tune with the market forces driving change?

Concern for the environment among UK consumers has been building steadily in recent years, particularly after the release of David Attenborough’s Blue Planet II TV series in 2017.

With consumer behaviours starting to change as the nation reawakens following the Covid-19 pandemic. TWC Director Tanya Pepin outlines the role convenience can play to maintain the share of the market.

The development director at TWC writes about Amazon Fresh’s ‘Just Walk Out’ Stores – and the one crucial point most people seem to forget

The return of outside drinking coincides with reports of availability issues caused by the re-allocation of alcohol

Wholesale consultancy TWC has revealed some key factors in the future of wholesale and urged businesses to consider these in their forward planning as part of its TWC Trends Spring 2021 Report.