by Study Groups | Dec 31, 2024 | Leadership
We were sitting around the dinner table at a Study Groups meeting recently sharing experiences. One of the members looked around and was hit with a moment of perspective: “Do you realize that between our firms, we have over 10,000 employees? The decisions we are...
by Study Groups | Dec 17, 2024 | Technology
Do you ever feel like every technology provider is claiming that they have Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, but when they try to explain what it does it just sounds confusing? AI has become such a buzzword and trendy lately, that it is easy to be overwhelmed...
by Study Groups | Dec 17, 2024 | Finance, Operations
As a fuel marketer, you’ve probably heard the term, “market technicals” during financial news reports. But what does that term mean, exactly? More importantly, how does it apply to your business, and can it help you make key decisions? Join us as David Thompson,...
by Study Groups | Dec 2, 2024 | Operations, Technology
When managing your tank equipment at a customer, is the first step to go through paperwork in a file cabinet or open a spreadsheet? When servicing the tanks, is the first step to call someone, send an email or fill out a paper form? When figuring out if it’s...
by Study Groups | Nov 22, 2024 | Marketing
In the fast-paced world of convenience retail, a strong brand strategy is crucial for long-term success. It’s about creating a cohesive identity that resonates with customers and sets a store apart from competitors. Brand strategy goes beyond just having a...
by Study Groups | Nov 16, 2024 | HR
Are you tired of dealing with high turnover and short-staffed shifts? Selecting the right hourly-role, customer-facing employees can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. This webinar will help you improve your selection process based on easy to implement,...
by Study Groups | Nov 12, 2024 | C-Store, Operations
While many of our articles focus on companies not using credit insurance, today I’d like to speak to the companies that are currently insuring their receivables. Whether it be Allianz (formally Euler Hermes), Coface, or Atradius, it’s good to know they are utilizing...
by Study Groups | Nov 10, 2024 | Leadership, Strategic Planning
Our businesses have established systems and processes for running payroll, completing customer transactions, and supply chain management. Many Study Groups members are recognizing they also need to create a systematic approach to the important parts of their...
by Study Groups | Nov 4, 2024 | Operations
Inefficiency in operations is a silent killer. It’s been there for years, hiding in plain sight, costing millions in lost revenue and time. Whether it’s late payments, dispatch errors, or disconnected processes, the consequences of inefficiencies are pretty...
by Study Groups | Nov 1, 2024 | HR
4 Things to Improve Communications Whether you just finished open enrollment, are in the thick of open enrollment, or it is a couple of months off, communicating your company’s health benefits is a year-round job, not a one-time event. And why is effective...
