by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 9, 2024 | Industry News, Operational Insights
The North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) Cost of Doing Business Study has been aiding retailers in making operational and planning decisions for several decades, thanks to the robust data points included in the study. The study presents...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 8, 2024 | Operational Insights
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to expand throughout all industries, the National Retail Federation (NRF) has published a series of guidelines called the Principles for Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Retail Sector. These guidelines strive to encourage...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 8, 2024 | Industry News, Operational Insights
In an effort to help retailers become better and more profitable, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) has surveyed home improvement operators throughout the U.S. to develop the benchmark report known as the Cost of Doing Business Study. For the...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 8, 2024 | Industry News
Johnson Paint | A Ring’s End Brand has stayed its course for growth, acquiring Wilmot’s Decorating Centers in Middleboro, Massachusetts, in May 2024 and announcing the opening of a new store in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The Plymouth store will open October...
by Lindsey Thompson | Jul 8, 2024 | Industry News
Attendees of the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference) will have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions, covering topics that include marketing, technology, retail operations and employee engagement. As part of the breakouts, several industry...