At the NRHA All-Industry Conference, Hancock Lumber chairman, president and CEO Kevin Hancock will take the stage as a keynote presenter. The theme of the NRHA All-Industry Conference is “Industry Disrupters: How Today’s Leaders Are Winning the Retail Game.” Hancock’s …
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Big Boxes Reveal Q4 2019 Financial Results
Big-box home improvement chains Home Depot and Lowe’s both announced their fourth-quarter 2019 financial results recently. To learn more about the specifics of each company’s financial reports, check out the links below. Home Depot Announces $25.8B in Q4 2019 Sales …
Read More »How Friedman’s Home Improvement Used an ERP System to Enrich Company Culture
For more than 70 years, Friedman’s Home Improvement has sought new ways to serve its California customers. With four locations and a diverse customer base that includes weekend DIYers, professional builders and every trade in between, the Friedman’s team is …
Read More »5 Uncomfortable Retail Realities Bringing New Opportunities
You’ve felt the winds of change. In this new decade, retail realities that once seemed like figments of the imagination are now commonplace. Robots work alongside humans in big boxes, and customers can have an entire shopping experience on the …
Read More »Lowe’s Reports $16B in Q4 2019 Sales
Big-box home improvement chain Lowe’s has released its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2019, indicating sales growth compared to the same period in 2018. In total, Lowe’s posted $16 billion in fourth-quarter 2019 sales, up 2.5 percent from …
Read More »Your Web Presence Can Make or Break Sales
Understanding how home improvement customers research products online and ultimately make their purchases is critical. As customers begin to expect more online interaction from the businesses they shop, discover how you can position your website for ongoing success. The 2019 …
Read More »New ERP System Promotes Culture at Friedman’s Home Improvement
At Friedman’s Home Improvement, a chain of northern California home improvement centers, a new ERP system is helping employees at all levels solidify their commitment to a positive workplace culture. President and CEO Barry Friedman says the process of implementing …
Read More »New Data Highlights Costly Impact of Organized Retail Crime
Throughout retail industries, the financial toll of organized retail crime is growing. The National Retail Federation (NRF) recently compiled data on retail theft, shedding light on one of the industry’s most pressing problems. A staggering 97 percent of retailers say …
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