Minimum wage increases are phasing in around the country, and small businesses may hurt long term as a result. “Small and independent retailers and restaurants are likely to feel the biggest impact of rising minimums because they employ many low-wage hourly …
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The North American Retail Hardware Association (NRHA), Hardware Retailing magazine and the National Hardware Show® have named four outstanding independent home improvement retail leaders as The Industry’s Top Guns. The honorees are Eli Bliffert of Bliffert Lumber & Hardware, Tim …
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Home Hardware Stores Limited was once again named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. The title is one Home Hardware has retained since first receiving the distinction in 2012. Canada’s Best Managed Companies is the country’s leading business awards program that recognizes …
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To promote its lawn and garden offering, Sears has expanded its Meet With An Expert service to help shoppers make more informed outdoor equipment purchases. The free service allows online Sears shoppers save time by scheduling in-store appointments with experts who …
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Warm weather is finally here and Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Is your store prepared and stocked for this busy time for selling housewares, flowers and other gardening products? In 2015, consumers spent $21 billion on gifts for Mother’s Day, …
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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) says that Menards Inc. is violating federal labor laws in the way that it treats its employees. Back in December, The Progressive published an article, which included a section of the Menards’ employee agreement containing proof …
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The Home Depot is expanding its use of hydrogen power in 2016, proceeding with plans to improve the sustainability and energy efficiency of its supply chain operations. Following the successful integration of hydrogen power into a new Ohio online order fulfillment facility, the company …
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A tool from Amazon called Amazon Dash has given consumers the chance to restock consumable products with a button click — and customers’ options for using the Dash buttons are growing. Recently, the program’s lineup of brands has more than tripled. Amazon Prime members can now choose …
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