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In what seems to be a common refrain for many types of products and services involved in home remodeling and renovation, the paint product market has been overwhelmed with strong demand and supply constraints in the previous year. Early in …

Known for providing an extra layer of customer service, independent home improvement retailers have always been in the business of helping customers. For generations, independent home improvement retailers have taken this idea a step further and found ways to give …

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 …

In an ever-increasing technological world, cybersecurity attacks can impact any business. The Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report 2022 shows that 48% of organizations across the U.S. and Europe experienced a cyber attack in the past 12 months, despite businesses expanding their …

Design services are a convenient entry point for customers and provide retailers another way to guide customers through home improvement projects and fulfill their design dreams. When executed correctly, these services boost sales and set operations apart from other businesses.  …

The deadline to participate in the North American Hardware and Paint Association‘s (NHPA) 2022 Cost of Doing Business Study has been extended to July 15. Each year, this financial benchmarking tool delivers data and insights that allow retailers to increase …

Are you ready to identify new financial opportunities for your operation? The deadline to participate in the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2022 Cost of Doing Business Study is June 30. The Cost of Doing Business Study delivers …