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Summer Cash Flow Strategies
Summer Cash Flow Strategies Managing seasonal cash flow is crucial for independent grocers, especially during the summer when fluctuations can significantly impact operations. Here are some strategies to handle these variations effectively: Anticipate and Plan: [...]
The FMS Canadian Independent Grocer Financial Snapshot Study is Open for Participation!
You are invited to participate in the 2024 FMS Canadian Independent Grocers Financial Snapshot Study. This year, we’ve streamlined the questionnaire to make it even easier for you to contribute, ensuring that your valuable [...]
Tips for Beating Inflation This Back-to-School Season
Tips for Beating Inflation This Back-to-School Season Inflation can stretch your budget, especially during the back-to-school season. To thrive despite economic pressures, independent grocers must adapt their financial strategies. Here's how you can manage these [...]
FMS Solutions Welcomes Joe Sawaged as New Canadian Key Account Executive
FMS Solutions Welcomes Joe Sawaged as New Canadian Key Account Executive We are happy to announce Joe Sawaged's appointment as the new Canadian Key Account Executive. He brings over two decades of dedicated [...]
The 2024 NGA/FMS US Independent Grocer Financial Study is Open for Participation!
Participate in the 2024 NGA/FMS US Independent Grocers Financial Study Participate Today! You are invited to participate in the 2024 NGA/FMS US Independent Grocers Financial Study. This year, we’ve streamlined the questionnaire to make [...]
Balance Sheets: The Foundation of Financial Management for Independent Grocers
Balance Sheets: The Foundation of Financial Management for Independent Grocers For independent grocers, mastering the basics of a balance sheet is important for sound financial management. A balance sheet provides a snapshot of your [...]
FMS Releases 2024 Compensation and Benefits Study for the Grocery Sector
FMS Releases 2024 Compensation and Benefits Study for the Grocery Sector FMS Solutions is excited to announce the release of its 2024 Compensation and Benefits Study, a comprehensive analysis tailored specifically for the independent grocery [...]
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 [...]
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