by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 29, 2024 | Operational Insights, Trends & Products
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...
by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 29, 2024 | Industry News
In six months, two respected industry events—the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) Independents Conference and The Hardware Conference—will come together to form the Independent Home Improvement Conference (IHI Conference). Paint & Decorating...
by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 29, 2024 | Operational Insights
From ice storms in Texas to wildfires in Canada, weather in North America continues to become wilder, more extreme and less predictable. Whether you rely on the annual Farmers’ Almanac or check the Weather Channel app on your phone, paying attention to the weather is...
by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 29, 2024 | Operational Insights
No matter how many times disaster strikes, nothing can fully prepare you for handling an extreme weather incident. However, you can learn from the past and use that knowledge to weather through the best you can. Such was the case for Bob Nelson and his wife Linda...
by Lindsey Thompson | Feb 29, 2024 | Operational Insights
In the March issue of Paint & Decorating Retailer, retailers shared insights on how to protect an operation against the ebbs and flows of the seasons. As you look to implement best practices for guarding against the seasons, here is a checklist of action items for...
