by Jacob Musselman | Aug 1, 2026 | Operational Insights
When it comes to pricing in paint retailing, it may feel like the big boxes and factory stores write the rules, especially when the economy dominates the conversation and consumers are squeezed for cash. But while they can drop prices, that’s usually the only card...
by Lindsey Thompson | Dec 18, 2025 | Industry News
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today that the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis over the 2 months from September 2025 to November 2025. Over the last 12 months, the all items index...
by Lindsey Thompson | Aug 2, 2024 | Operational Insights
In today’s digital age, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries across the board, and home improvement retail is no exception. With its ability to analyze vast amounts of data, streamline processes and personalize customer...
by Lindsey Thompson | Apr 2, 2024 | Industry News, Operational Insights
While the supply chain woes seen during the pandemic have mostly worked themselves out, pricing will always be a priority for independent home improvement retailers. Often, however, pricing strategies in place for other industries don’t fit the needs of the...
by Olivia Shroyer | Oct 6, 2022 | Industry News, Operational Insights
If you’re not making price changes today, you may not be in business tomorrow. That’s the stark reality of a market plagued by higher-than-normal inflation and supply chain issues. When cost outruns the shelf price, retailers who fail to keep up may run out of cash. A...
