Operations

While the supply chain woes seen during the pandemic have mostly worked themselves out, pricing will always be a priority for independent home improvement retailers. Often, however, pricing strategies in place for other industries don’t fit the needs of the …

THIS PAST YEAR, Wilson’s Home Hardware Building Centre in Barrington Passage, Nova Scotia, was honored with the Home Hardware Walter J. Hachborn Store of the Year Award, selected out of over 1,000 stores across Canada. Mike Wilson is the dealer-owner …

Consumer expectations have shifted over the last several years, and a comprehensive online experience is now an expectation for retail. Services like buy online, pickup in store or curbside pickup and access to real-time inventory in mobile apps are increasingly …

AT ITS 2023 DEALER MARKET, Orgill launched Impact eCommerce, a new e-commerce program. Impact eCommerce is the solution to the challenge Orgill faces serving dealers of different brands, sizes\ and markets selling different assortments and running different POS systems. Orgill …

Sifting through an email inbox can be daunting. Consumers are bombarded with thousands of messages, from promotions to urgent deals and breaking news. However, when a company can draw a customer in with a creative subject line and consistent information, …

With something for home project enthusiasts to professional contractors, DIY newbies to renovation experts, the hand and power tool category has the potential to be a superstar department for your operation. With an influx of innovation and new products to …

Spring is right around the corner and getting your outdoor living and lawn and garden sections in order before the rush hits will serve your customers—and employees—well. From impulse kits that capture the attention of younger customers to stocking a …

By Luke Vander Linden, Vice President, Membership and Marketing, Retail & Hospitality ISAC In the retail industry, the escalation of online transactions and digital customer interactions has magnified the importance of cybersecurity. Retail operations, which often hold vast amounts of …