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Each year, the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA) works to add new programs, services and partnerships to better serve independent retailers. Read how the association can help you with the resources below—and click here for more information and …

Despite supply chain challenges and labor shortages, retailers are coming off another unusual, but strong, holiday shopping season. Analysts predict 2022 will be another solid year for retailers, even with an expected decline in growth. For more insights into 2022, …

As we strive to continually find new ways to engage with our readers and keep them connected to the home improvement industry, Hardware Retailing has launched its own Instagram account. Followers can expect tools and guides that owners, managers and …

Theft and loss have always been a part of the retail landscape, but in the last several weeks, some major retailers have been the victim of organized theft rings. Both the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times have …

Nominations are now open for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2022 Young Retailer of the Year program. Now in its 26th year, the program identifies retailers 35 years old or younger who represent the future of the …

You may have put selling your business or buying additional stores on hold during the peak of the pandemic. But now, following nearly two years of historic sales throughout the industry, you are finally ready to take that next step. …

Nominations are open for the North American Hardware and Paint Association’s (NHPA) 2022 Young Retailer of the Year program. Now in its 26th year, the program identifies young leaders who represent the future of the independent home improvement industry. Program …

How are you communicating updates on key compliance issues to your employees? Most retailers must provide training on key topics, such as sexual harassment prevention or workplace safety. Proper training will help you meet government regulations, protect workers and customers …