April is NC Beer Month!
Yes, its true! April is North Carolina Beer Month, and we’re celebrating all things beer. Come explore all the unique offerings in one of America’s best states for craft brewing. Check out our site to find all you need to…
Need Help with Making Employment Decisions?
CFIC members have FREE access to a series of webinars designed with retailers in mind on core business principles while also providing practical tips and new ideas you can implement in your store. The first one of this year is…
Flood Safety – Preparedness and Awareness
Nearly every day, flooding happens somewhere in the United States or its territories. Flooding can occur in any of the fifty states or U.S. territories at any time of the year. It causes more damage in the United States than…
NRF Says Thieves Won’t Steal Card Numbers if They Can’t Use Them
NRF told Congress this week that the key to stopping criminal hackers from stealing credit card numbers is to make it difficult to profit from stolen data. Hard-to-counterfeit PIN and Chip cards -- already used in Europe -- are part…
Distribution centers loom large for retailers seeking same-day delivery
Retailers are working to solve the logistical issues raised by same-day delivery, with local distribution networks key to success, Robert Carr writes. "Solutions will likely include two different types of new distribution centers -- mega-properties that can handle one million…
CEO of Hointer brings the best of digital to bricks and mortar
While many categories thrive online, shoppers still love shopping for apparel in stores, where they can touch and try on clothes. In Seattle, former Amazon executive Nadia Shouraboura is bringing her online retail savvy to Hointer, blending the best of…
CFIC invited to House Committee to discuss Food Deserts
On February 24, CFIC and Mack McLamb, owner of Carlie C's IGA were invited to the House Committee to discuss the road blocks in operating businesses in food deserts. Mr. McLamb recently opened a Carlie C's IGA in Southeast Raleigh.