Mobile Checkout Calls for a New Way to Merchandise Stores
Customers’ behaviors tend to be unpredictable and constantly evolving. Shoppers are often reluctant to try new technology or do without
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Experts’ Corner
Industry Trends: Homeowners Plan Projects to Lower Energy Costs and Prepare for Natural Disasters
High inflation and the fear of a recession are behind several trends the home improvement industry is experiencing in 2023.
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Home Improvement Retailer Weekly Industry Report 02/24/23
Welcome to the Home Improvement Weekly report for February 20 – February 24, 2023. In this report you can get
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Go the Extra Mile to Get Your Store in Shape for Spring
Business tends to be slower after the holidays, so now is a good time to refresh your store for spring.
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Technical Innovations Transforming Retailing Today
People of a certain age are familiar with the Jetsons, a cartoon that gives its viewers a humorous glimpse of
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Keep Your Business Healthy by Reducing the Impact of Inflation
One of today’s hottest topics is run-away inflation. Government experts, industry leaders, and think tanks engage in a conversation on
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Practice these 5 Skills to Make Employee Training Easier
Retailers consistently look for ways to gain a competitive advantage in their marketplace. One way owners can distinguish their operations
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6 Essential Traits of Inspiring Leaders
Many people in leadership roles freely discuss the shortcomings of the employees they manage. However, they rarely take a closer
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Compete and Win by Finding Your Niche
What does your store sell that differentiates it from competitors? Creating a profitable niche business starts with identifying a product
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Growing Trend for Low-cost Home Repairs, and Buying Used
The beginning of a new year prompts home improvement retailers to evaluate trends and economic indicators that can help them
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