The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) hosted a pulse survey of U.S. executives and employers and found that 87 percent believe their organization will be able to endure the omicron variant of COVID-19. Despite the confidence in enduring the …

Despite an increase in holiday spending, retailers are facing a financial crunch with an increase in holiday returns that will cost them more money. Holiday spending between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24 was up 8.5 percent in 2021, according to …

Every month, HomCo Lumber & Hardware hosts a group interview, whether they’re looking to fill open positions in the store or not. These group interviews have become an integral part of the operation’s hiring process. While many retailers are struggling …

While the increase of homeowners adding pools and hot tubs to their homes during the pandemic was a boon to many retailers, it also came with some challenges. All of those extra pools and hot tubs meant an increase in …

Having a pool is all about having fun, so Hardware Retailing put together a list of the hottest pool toys and accessories for 2022. Stock these unique pool products for customers to get the most out of their pools and …

The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) continuously provides home improvement consumer data to its members to aid them in making better business decisions. As part of its efforts, HIRI recently surveyed consumers on their shopping habits and found that 59.2 …

Forbes shared 10 landscaping trends to try this year, and we have chosen three to help your customers update their outdoor spaces. Consider stocking these products to show customers you’re in tune with the latest trends and have the items …

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, ladder accidents cause around 160,000 injuries and 300 deaths each year. If you sell ladders in your operation, share these ladder safety tips and product knowledge with your customers to position yourself as …