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FMLA Compliance
Navigating FMLA Compliance: A Guide for Independent Grocers The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) is an important compliance aspect for independent grocers. This federal mandate allows employees to take up to 12 [...]
Navigating Biometric Privacy in Retail
Navigating Biometric Privacy in Retail As technology evolves, so does the landscape of legal compliance, especially regarding biometric data like fingerprints. Here’s what you need to know about biometric privacy laws and ensuring compliance in [...]
2024 Profit Leader Master Class- Session 1 – Gross Margin Enhancement
Session One - Gross Margin Enhancement We are happy to announce the 2024 FMS Profit Leader Master Class Webinar Series, created exclusively for independent grocers like you. Our 6-session series is designed to empower [...]
ERTC Update
ERTC Update The ERTC was initially part of the CARES Act, also known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. The $2 trillion stimulus bill was passed in March 2020, and part of [...]
Inflation’s Impact on Grocers
Inflation’s Impact on Grocers The latest Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) from the U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics. showed a 0.3% increase, following a 0.1% uptick in November. This change signals a cumulative [...]
Participate in the 2024 FMS Compensation & Benefits Study
Participate in the 2024 FMS Compensation & Benefits Study FMS is conducting the 2024 Compensation & Benefits Study for US grocers, and your input is invaluable! This is a unique opportunity to gain insights [...]
Nourishing Our Communities: Grocers’ Vital Role in Combating Hunger with GOT Systems
Nourishing Our Communities: Grocers' Vital Role in Combating Hunger with GOT Systems A Stark Contrast in Food Waste and Hunger Amid a startling reality where 30-40% of the US food supply goes to waste, as [...]
Celebrating Giving Tuesday: Wakefield Market’s Contribution to Virginia’s Remarkable Turkey Brigade Food Donation Program
Celebrating Giving Tuesday Wakefield Market's Contribution to Virginia’s Remarkable Turkey Brigade Food Donation Program Today, on Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back, we are excited to share a special story of generosity [...]
Maximizing Impact with Year-End Bonuses
Maximizing Impact with Year-End Bonuses In the current economic landscape, with the end of the year approaching, independent grocers face unique challenges and opportunities. A key strategy to maximize this period's potential is implementing an [...]
Fulfilling Community Needs: Year-End Food Donation Strategies
Fulfilling Community Needs: Year-End Food Donation Strategies As independent grocers, it's crucial to maximize donation opportunities. However, managing these donations requires some attention to detail. Contributions to food pantries, for instance, necessitate inventory adjustments and [...]
Year-End Financial Checklist for Independent Grocers
Year-End Financial Checklist for Independent Grocers As the year draws to a close, independent retailers face the crucial task of wrapping up their financials and preparing for the new year. This process, while sometimes daunting, [...]
Managing Employee Retention and Payroll During Peak Season
Managing Employee Retention and Payroll During Peak Season The peak season in retail, particularly for grocers, brings a whirlwind of increased demand and the need for a more substantial workforce. Managing employee retention and payroll [...]
Smarter Inventory Management
Smarter Inventory Management Retailers often face challenges in balancing their inventory levels. Having too little risks lost sales and, eventually, lost customers. Excess inventory can lead to product damage and outdated product. In the 2023 [...]
Revolutionize Your Approach to Food Donations and Shrink Management
Revolutionize Your Approach to Food Donations and Shrink Management September 1st marks National Food Bank Day, an important day dedicated to acknowledging the heart-wrenching reality of families battling hunger. This initiative is championed by World [...]
FMS Solutions Holdings Legacy Scholarship Winners
Winners of FMS Solutions Holdings Legacy Scholarship Announced We are pleased to announce this year’s winners of the FMS Solutions Holdings Legacy Scholarship, administered by the NGA Foundation. Each recipient will receive $3,000 or [...]
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