http://community.csdecisions.net/ Convenience Store Decisions Community Topic: New Products in Convenience Stores en Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:31:36 +0000 http://community.csdecisions.net/topic/35#post-54 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 15:44:28 +0000 sjmb2bSolutionsLLCcom 54@http://community.csdecisions.net/ <p>There are three basic ways you can try:</p> <p>1) Get a wholesaler to carry your product. This is not an easy process as they are likely already carrying a similar product and given their economics they will not be anxious to carry another line unless if offer some form of differentiation. It also generally involves paying some placement fees.</p> <p>2) You can hire a broker to rep. your product. The National Association of C-Stores (NACS) has a list of brokers via its membership directory. If you are not a member you can join for $750 per year.</p> <p>3) You can use the direct sell model to larger chains in your area. If the chain accepts the product, they may request that their primary distributor carry it. </p> http://community.csdecisions.net/topic/35#post-51 Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:00:43 +0000 felicity 51@http://community.csdecisions.net/ <p>I work for a small novelty nut company and we are looking to expand. How do we get our products into convenience stores on a large scale? Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks </p>