by Jacob Musselman | Feb 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
Interior painting doesn’t just refresh walls, it reveals broader home improvement intentions and decision-making patterns. According to the Home Improvement Research Institute’s 2025 Project Decision Study, which surveyed primary homeowners who spent at least $5,000...
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 31, 2025 | Operational Insights
By Luke Vander Linden, VP of Membership & Marketing, Retail & Hospitality ISAC Every day, retailers may receive hundreds, if not thousands, of emails, invoices and payment requests. While these communications may seem standard, they present enticing...
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 31, 2025 | Operational Insights
Like many facets of retailing, pricing strategy is part art and part science. How a retailer sets prices will have a direct impact on the viability of the business. Here are five pricing best practices that can help new managers keep their businesses competitive....
by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 31, 2025 | Operational Insights
Constant price changes from tariffs. Labor costs that continue to rise. A soft housing market and low consumer confidence. Looking at all the recent economic headlines, it can feel like there is little retailers can do to control eroding margins and protect their...
by Lindsey Thompson | Sep 30, 2025 | Industry News
One of the best ways to diversify your audience and differentiate your business is through business-to-business (B2B) sales. When you think of B2B, you probably picture outside sales teams making cold calls, and while that method is successful for many, retailers are...
