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As we head into the second half of the year, the opportunities for the sector continue to open up, one of the biggest being back to school. We’ve all been there as kids with the long summer holiday lying tantalisingly ahead and then we see the shops advertising their back-to-school ranges and students everywhere share a collective sigh. But for wholesalers, now’s the time to secure ranges and get them out there, which we look at on pages 21 to 26.

Efficiency is a byword for success in the sector and to help wholesalers improve their operations, we explore the latest technologies on pages 33 to 36. And with AI continuing to be the hot topic of conversation, Rob Mannion, from ProConnect, explains how it can be used effectively in wholesale in our Q&A on pages 38-39.

There’s few things I enjoy more than to sit down with a cup of tea and a biscuit and take a moment amid the noise of everyday life. And I’m not alone. The feature on pages 29-30 explains how wholesalers can navigate the delicate balance between health-conscious snacking and the enduring demand for everyday indulgences to maximise profits. And why not take a moment yourselves with your favourite treat to have a read through this packed edition?

Be sure to look out for the next issue of Wholesale News for coverage from FWD Live!.

Stephenie Shaw,
Editor-in-Chief