A seasonal merchandising strategy is a proactive way to celebrate the occasions most important to consumers. Let’s look at five ways retailers can structure their seasonal merchandising programs….
According to NACS, there are over 150,000 fuel stations in the United States, 80% of which offer convenience stores. While it may seem that consumers have an abundance…
A healthy inventory is always a good thing, right? Yes, but only when it doesn’t lead to assortment creep. Assortment creep is the slow, steady, and almost imperceptible…
The words “clearance sale” to a retailer usually mean it’s time to balance inventory, promotions, and prices to maintain profit levels. However, too often we see a clearance…
Everyone loves a good DIY project. But is it wise to rely on this strategy when determining the types of displays you will use in your retail layout? More times than not DIY displays end up posing a danger to customers and can weaken a store’s brand….
Spring has a way of bringing out the green thumb in everyone. Once the weather starts warming, your garden center becomes a beehive of activity. But while crowding…
A zone layout strategy aims to identify areas of the store by how it will be utilized seasonally. Let’s dive in and learn more about each zone type and how to transition these spaces throughout the year effectively. …
Being a plant retailer comes with many benefits and challenges. Plants bring life, color, and tranquility to your business. With that, they also demand special care and conditions….
About Waterbed™ What is Waterbed? Waterbed is a self-contained plant watering system designed to ensure plants get just the right amount of water to thrive in a retail…
Every retailer knows to account for some amount of shrink in their budget. But what if one of your significant sources of shrink is entirely avoidable? For many…