Experience Your Store as a Consumer
Whether you walk through your store door seven days a week, five or only one, chances
New Vendors Stand Out at ASD Las Vegas
The ASD Show kicked off into full swing today as over 3K vendors opened their booths
Inventory Management Tips for Independent Retailers
The importance of properly managing your retail store’s inventory cannot be overemphasized. You need to know
Understanding The Retail 4-5-4 Calendar
Many retailers follow a calendar known as a 4-5-4 calendar. This calendar, originally introduced in the
Why Retailers Should Negotiate With Wholesalers
Alright, so this isn't what wholesalers want to hear. But the reality is that retailers are
Ten Reasons To Attend Trade Shows
Whether you are a retailer or a wholesaler, there are many advantages to attending trade shows.
Managing Markdowns Before Your Season Starts
As new seasons approach, the excitement of new product fill your store as both you and
Introducing New Products To Your Assortment
There are so many perks to being an independent retailer, including that you can pick and
Should You Eliminate A Product Category?
So many stores, so much stuff. In light of our recession, retailers are trying to find
Promoting Independent Stores and Shopping Local
It's hard enough to battle your racks against big box retailers such as Macy's and








