The votes are in for Independent We Stand’s first America’s Main Streets contest, and the winner of the $25,000 prize is downtown Lynden in Washington state. The organization, which exists to promote small businesses, organized the contest as a way to …
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Retail Stores Offering Cellphone Charging Stations
For any on-the-go person, a dead cellphone battery can be a huge hinderance to staying connected and getting tasks accomplished. Smartphones have become ubiquitous and the need for powering up is more important to consumers than ever. In response, airports, restaurants and retailers are providing power, …
Read More »Amazon Dash and Even More Automated Shopping
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 …
Read More »Staying Competitive, Not Lowest, on Price
Before they felt the pressure of the economic downturn in 2008, consumers considered the convenience of a store’s location as more important than price–but the recession changed that. Price became the top factor in choosing a store, and consumers placed a higher priority …
Read More »Top Trends at Design and Construction Week
Earlier this year, Hardware Retailing traveled to Las Vegas to discover the latest trends and innovations in the building and remodeling industry at Design and Construction Week, held Jan. 19-22. The week brought the various segments of the housing industry together, …
Read More »LBM Trends Showcased in The New American Home
To view a PDF of this story, click here and to see additional photos from The New American Home, click here. New House On the Block All photos Courtesy of Jeffery A. Davis Photography Every year, home design preferences shift, technology evolves and homeowners’ …
Read More »Take a Tour: The New American Home 2016
Earlier this year, Hardware Retailing attended the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) annual event, the International Builders’ Show (IBS) during Design & Construction Week in Las Vegas. One of the most prominent features during the IBS show is a model home …
Read More »Free Mother’s and Father’s Day Shop-Local Signage
Spring is here, and that means warmer weather has arrived and you are preparing events and promotions around two important holidays: Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. As you head into your busy season, take this opportunity to share your store’s …
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