The Convenience Leaders Vision Group (CLVG) has released its newest Vision Report, “Expecting the Unexpected: Foreseeing Potential Disruptions,” covering a range of challenges facing the convenience retailing industry ranging from emergency and cyber preparedness to societal issues such as unrest, healthcare and more.
Key takeaways from the candid discussion highlighted the necessity for retailers to remain alert, adaptable, and prepared for evolving challenges. Members stressed how critical it is to keep these potential disruptions front and center for the industry, including sharing best practices. Embracing a proactive mindset and fostering continuous learning will be vital as businesses navigate these complexities in the future.
The October 1, 2024 quarterly virtual meeting was facilitated by Myra Kressner, Vision Group Network Co-Founder and President of Kressner Strategy Group. CLVG members and their invited guests dug deep into topics that most retailers face, including potential disruption from weather emergencies, cyber threats, social unrest, supply chain disruption, the next global health crisis, and the rise of appetite suppressant drugs.
Main topics include:
- Emergency Preparedness
- Cybersecurity
- Preparing for Unrest
- Supply Chain Disruption and The Next Pandemic
- Appetite-Suppressive Drugs
