Michael Munz
Michael is a one of the industry experts that contribute to Petrosoft blog. Michael Munz, based in Pittsburgh, PA, US, is currently a Marketing Operations Manager at Petrosoft LLC. Michael Munz brings experience from previous roles at Podcamp Pittsburgh, Making Law Easy and Higher Images Inc.
PetrolPlaza Interview with Petrosoft CEO Sergei Gorloff: “Data is essential to c-store success”
Sergei's focus on leveraging new technology shows that he and Petrosoft as a whole intend to make a large impact on the future of the c-store industry, including back-office softwa
Late-Night Snacking and Convenience Insights from DoorDash 2021 Reports
Reports from DoorDash indicate the most popular items for late-night snacking in 2021, including candy, savory snacks, and beverages.
What is the Synar Amendment?
The Synar Amendment is a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) controlled act to reduce youth access to tobacco.
What Changes Are Coming to NACS Category Definitions in 2022?
As we enter 2022, the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) has updated their common categories for c-stores to reflect changes in customer behaviors and habits since t
Do C-Stores and Gas Stations Violate Tobacco Laws More than Others?
A search of Synar reports shows short answer is “Yes”. The long answer is that it really depends on the state, Synar sampling, and how the survey is carried out.
Lottery and Loss Prevention: Petrosoft’s Tips and Solutions
Arizona Lottery Commission data shows that sales have risen over 30% from 2020 to 2021. The growth of lottery games comes with the risk of inventory issues such as internal theft.
2020 Trends in Candy C-Store Sales
The NACS 2021 SOI survey revealed that candy accounted for about 3% of c-store sales in 2020. Here are a few more facts about candy that you should know about.
Florida Gas Station Safety Measures and Technology
If you are a c-store or gas station retailer in Florida, the law makes it clear that security measures matter to decrease robberies.
Which State Has the Highest Cigarette Pack Tax Rate?
Which state or territory has the highest take rate per packet? Also note some new tax rates effective in 2021 for Colorado, Maryland and Oregon.
How COVID Showed the Importance of Cigarette Scan Data for C-Store Sales
Predictably, COVID caused an abrupt change in consumers’ buying behaviors, including fuel and toilet paper. It also caused significant supply chain disruptions that impacted
28 US Cigarette and Smokeless Tobacco Sales, Advertising and Promotion Statistics You Should Know
Earlier this year, the FTC released they released findings highlighting that the steady decline in cigarette sales reversed itself in 2020.
Which C-Stores Lead Lottery Ticket Sales in Arizona?
The Arizona Lottery Commission publishes a yearly report that allows those in the industry to better understand the c-store landscape and competition.