For the past 18 years, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has recognized high-achieving retailers in the independent home improvement channel with the Top Guns Awards program. Top Guns honorees are pillars of innovation and forward-thinking who have …
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Make Cybersecurity a Key Component of Your Loss Prevention Strategy
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 …
Read More »Do it Best, United Hardware to Merge
In a historic move, United Hardware and Do it Best announce that they intend to merge. The intent to merge, which received unanimous approval from the boards of directors of both companies, brings together two industry leaders with a shared …
Read More »8 Areas Where Customers Want Technology in Your Store
Consumers have preferences—and expectations—for how technology intersects with their retail experiences, according to the 2024 Future of Retail Report from business technology platform Square. See highlights from the data here and read more insights at hardwareretailing.com/future. The Technology That Drives …
Read More »Wilco Students Take Home Win, Big-Picture Lessons From NHPA Advanced Training Program
Pioneers of Plastic: A Conversation With Flex-O-Glass
On a recent episode of the “Taking Care of Business” podcast, NHPA’s Melanie Moul talked to Chris Warp, president of Warp Bros./Flex-O-Glass, about the company’s milestone of reaching 100 years in business in 2024. Click here to listen to the …
Read More »Exclusive: Do it Best Merchandising VP Offers Houston Preview, Outlines Company Priorities
Ahead of the Do it Best Spring 2024 Market in Houston, Hardware Retailing had the opportunity to talk to vice president of merchandising Jason Stofleth. Learn more about the co-op’s strategies for helping retailers navigate inventory and increase foot traffic …
Read More »Tractor Supply Reports 2.5% Growth in Net Sales, Plans 80 New Stores
Tractor Supply has released its 2023 annual report, which shows the farm, pet and ranch retailer saw net sales increase 2.5% over 2022 to $14.56 billion. Comparable store sales were even with the prior year, while comparable store transaction size …
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