http://articles.getacoder.com/business/retail.htm Free Content For Your Website http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ To measure inventory is an integral part of inventory management. This helps businessmen make wise decisions on production and costs. Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:18:21 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Measure_Inventory_1452873x1217809101.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Measure_Inventory_1452873x1217809101.htm One of the most exciting, yet scary times for those who are about to open a dollar store business is associated with the first merchandise order. There are so many questions to be asked. Yet for many there is no one to turn to for advice. Creating the first merchandise order is not that difficult. Sun, 03 Aug 2008 15:13:12 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Preparing_For_Your_First_Dollar_Store_Business_Merchandise_Order_-_Part_1_1428917x1217790792.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Preparing_For_Your_First_Dollar_Store_Business_Merchandise_Order_-_Part_1_1428917x1217790792.htm Developing a solid retail strategy is fundamental to your store's success. How solid is the retail strategy that you have in place? Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:36:06 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Strategies_That_Work_1437772x1217622966.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Strategies_That_Work_1437772x1217622966.htm Your hanger choice could have more of an impact on your brand image than you may realize. Customers are influenced by every little detail in your store. Lighting, signage, carpet, just about anything could give your customers a good or bad impression of you. Fri, 01 Aug 2008 06:58:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Choosing_Hangers_For_Your_Retail_Store_1428889x1217588284.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Choosing_Hangers_For_Your_Retail_Store_1428889x1217588284.htm There are two primary methods for increasing bottom line results when you start a dollar store business. Sales can be increased. Costs can be decreased. Fri, 01 Aug 2008 04:32:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Saving_Pennies_Can_Mean_Big_Profits_For_Your_Retail_Store_1428883x1217579563.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Saving_Pennies_Can_Mean_Big_Profits_For_Your_Retail_Store_1428883x1217579563.htm As the daily hustle and bustle of owning and operating a business hits those who are opening a dollar store, critical tasks may be overlooked. If you are opening and operating a dollar store be sure that those overlooked tasks are not associated with receiving freight for your store. Wed, 30 Jul 2008 06:06:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Dont_Take_Shortcuts_When_Receiving_Freight_1428959x1217412364.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Dont_Take_Shortcuts_When_Receiving_Freight_1428959x1217412364.htm The line between offline and online retail experiences continues to blur, based on a couple of recent product announcements. Last summer I wrote an article about the the efforts of retailers with both an online and offline presence to create a "clicks-and-bricks" strategy that would offer consumers a similar shopping experience, whether it occurred in a virtual or a physical store. Several retailers were letting folks who bought products online pick up their purchases at physical stores, for example. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:21:01 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Blur_Line_Between_Online,_Offline_Shopping_Experiences_1542259x1217298061.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Blur_Line_Between_Online,_Offline_Shopping_Experiences_1542259x1217298061.htm If you are opening a dollar store business one of the most important things to remember is that you must clearly understand what customers who shop in their store want and need. Don't make the mistake of blindly assuming that you know the answer, or that as the owner it is your decision anyway. Your shoppers have specific wants and needs. They have come to your store to purchase the products that meet those wants and needs. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:28:06 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Business_Tips_-_Products_Must_Meet_Customer_Needs_1428946x1217276886.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Business_Tips_-_Products_Must_Meet_Customer_Needs_1428946x1217276886.htm A retail display is a frame that outlines your product. Whenever you build or implement a retail display, you can take it to the next level by translating your product's features to benefits. I have always believed in the axiom, "Never Over Promise - Always Over Deliver". Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:21:59 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Every_Retail_Display_is_a_Sales_Presentation_1542260x1217092919.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Every_Retail_Display_is_a_Sales_Presentation_1542260x1217092919.htm If you have a retail business you are always looking for methods for increasing your average sale. The reason is pretty simple, if you have 500 sales a week, and your average sale is $50, you will gross $2500 a week. But if you can increase your average sale to $100, and your number of sales stay the same, you will now gross $5,000 a week. Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:19:12 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Triple_Your_Retail_Sales_In_Two_Easy_Steps_1428939x1217053152.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Triple_Your_Retail_Sales_In_Two_Easy_Steps_1428939x1217053152.htm When you look around at any restaurant, hotel or store, you may instantly notice the candy and gumball machines located by each entrance or exit. Business owners looking to make some extra money often conveniently place these vending machines. There are even individuals whose full-time job is maintaining and owning multiple machines. Thu, 24 Jul 2008 22:31:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Profit_in_Purchasing_Gumball_Machines_1542267x1216953097.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Profit_in_Purchasing_Gumball_Machines_1542267x1216953097.htm When most people think of a secret shopping service they might imagine a tired, unsuspecting waitress harried and busy from an afternoon lunch rush being shopped by a middle aged woman who is eating alone. The woman is asking for extra napkins and more tea, trying vaguely to engage the waitress in polite conversation all the while judging her attitude, manner of appearance, the quality and timeliness of the food order and several other factors of a typical afternoon dining experience. Though this is a valid scenario that may be played out repeatedly at restaurants all across the country every ... Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:17:19 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Secret_Shopping_-_Not_Just_For_Restaurants_Anymore_1428907x1216865839.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Secret_Shopping_-_Not_Just_For_Restaurants_Anymore_1428907x1216865839.htm We all shop in retail stores and we see the faces of the faceless. We sometimes speak to them but we rarely notice them. The employees who work in retail suffer a life that statistics show most people will not endure. Retail workers not only deserve better, they deserve it today. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:28:54 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Workers,_The_Silent_Forgotten_Employee_1428933x1216812534.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Workers,_The_Silent_Forgotten_Employee_1428933x1216812534.htm Size dividers are the oldest, cheapest, and easiest way to organize clothing displayed on retail clothing racks. These small plastic discs come with standard sized printed on them in a legible color. There are also blank size dividers available. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:57:41 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Size_Dividers_Help_Retail_Stores_Organize_Clothing_1542265x1216771061.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Size_Dividers_Help_Retail_Stores_Organize_Clothing_1542265x1216771061.htm Your store is a product of who you are and what you've learned. Perhaps its time to reexamine the source of those lessons. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:41:43 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Genetics_1555199x1216752103.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Genetics_1555199x1216752103.htm Retailing consists of the sale of goods or merchandise from a fixed location, such as a department store or kiosk, or by post, in small or individual lots for direct consumption by the purchaser. Retail establishments are often called shops or stores. Retailers are at the end of the supply chain. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:52:21 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailing_in_a_Nutshell_1542264x1216741941.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailing_in_a_Nutshell_1542264x1216741941.htm Many small business retailers are worried about all the talk of a recession. Some analysts are predicting that there will not be a recession at all but instead we will have a long period of much slower growth. Here are some strategies you can use to get your retail business through this patch in one piece ready for the upturn in the economy that will hopefully come soon. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 06:26:28 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Guiding_Your_Retail_Business_Through_a_Downturn_1542272x1216635988.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Guiding_Your_Retail_Business_Through_a_Downturn_1542272x1216635988.htm Operating a custom t-shirt business can be difficult at times. Particularly when much of your business is online. Learn how to overcome supply trouble with some very basic but often overlooked business tactics. Doing this will see your business soar for years to come! Sun, 20 Jul 2008 07:03:34 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Make_Custom_T-Shirts_Fast_When_Your_Inventory_is_Low_1428879x1216551814.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Make_Custom_T-Shirts_Fast_When_Your_Inventory_is_Low_1428879x1216551814.htm It is known that some of the most enterprising, enthusiastic and energetic people reside in the U.S. So it doesn't come as a surprise that many individuals of the U.S. invest their savings, hoping that with the returns, they will be in a position to commence a small but lucrative business. If Statistics are to be believed, 24.7 million small businesses existed in the United States in 2004. Looking deeper into the picture, it was found that small businesses accounted for more than 60% of the new jobs in the U.S. But prior to commencing a small business and going about with buying stock or renting land, a business plan should be formulated. The chief benefits of point of sale [POS] system are to be researched on, for this matter. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:48:25 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Benefits_Of_A_POS_System_1428941x1216363705.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Benefits_Of_A_POS_System_1428941x1216363705.htm This is installment 3 of a 5 part series of articles that focus on reducing the costs associated with replenishment merchandise purchased for your dollar store business. This strategy involves purchasing close-out merchandise, as well as shelf pulls and store returns. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:00:38 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Secrets_to_Cost-of-Goods-Sold_Reduction_For_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_3_1452859x1216296038.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Secrets_to_Cost-of-Goods-Sold_Reduction_For_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_3_1452859x1216296038.htm How can I increase store traffic and close more sales? Many of our customers ask this basic question. There are easy steps you can take to improve your business, your reputation, and your closing rate. Basic consistent advertising is only one of four key steps to take to increase store traffic. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 21:05:50 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Increase_Retail_Sales_in_Four_Easy_Steps_1542276x1216256750.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Increase_Retail_Sales_in_Four_Easy_Steps_1542276x1216256750.htm Does the title Retail Consultant conjure up negative images for you? Who needs them, I mean really? Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:20:57 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Consultant_-_Who_Needs_One_1452863x1216243257.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Consultant_-_Who_Needs_One_1452863x1216243257.htm There are many steps required to start a dollar store business. Leave one step out, or perform them in the wrong order and your grand opening might be delayed. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 01:08:59 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Steps_to_a_Quickly_Starting_a_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_III_1428880x1216012139.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Steps_to_a_Quickly_Starting_a_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_III_1428880x1216012139.htm Creating a dramatic, eye catching store window display at an affordable price with rub on transfers. Promoting your product with a simple backdrop gets help from mural transfers. Simple, graphic and colorful mural transfers are the key to showing off your product in a store front window and getting your customer's attention. Retailers can customize their own displays with rub on transfers which are easy to apply, quick and do not make a mess which makes them a great affordable solution for retail store window displays. Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:04:28 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Creative_Window_Displays_For_Retail_Stores_Without_Spending_a_Fortune_1542277x1215983068.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Creative_Window_Displays_For_Retail_Stores_Without_Spending_a_Fortune_1542277x1215983068.htm One of the biggest problems currently being faced by those who own a dollar store business is how to deal with ever increasing fuel prices. Those prices are driving double digit increases in freight costs for some store owners. Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:07:56 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_Management_After_Opening_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_1428912x1215587276.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_Management_After_Opening_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_1428912x1215587276.htm Creating online shopping e-store is made easy with the help of web store builder. Within some minutes of time, with affordable price, you can create your own shopping webstore without much effort. No need of resorting to any professional regarding building Webstore. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 21:11:55 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Online_Retail_Store_Solutions_Help_Single_Store_Owners_to_Grab_the_Business_Opportunities_1428892x1215565915.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Online_Retail_Store_Solutions_Help_Single_Store_Owners_to_Grab_the_Business_Opportunities_1428892x1215565915.htm How much gravitational pull does your store produce? How do you increase your store's gravitational pull? Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:29:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Gravitational_Pull_1428900x1215556163.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Gravitational_Pull_1428900x1215556163.htm Online e-franchise web stores guide the online shoppers directly from web to physical store. The Location Based Information System (LBIS) that gives exact information of location and distance of the store from the point of shopper and drives online shopper to local store. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 13:27:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Online_Retail_Web_Stores_Solutions_For_Retailers_1428902x1215538033.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Online_Retail_Web_Stores_Solutions_For_Retailers_1428902x1215538033.htm This fact is enough for manufacturers to translate the communication device into marketing tool. Thus emerges mobile marketing solutions for manufacturers. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:45:31 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Mobile_Marketing_Solutions_For_Manufacturers_1428888x1215524731.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Mobile_Marketing_Solutions_For_Manufacturers_1428888x1215524731.htm Retailing today is re-invented so as to keep the pace with changing trends. Such change is build online shops. These e-store are potentially proved to be the best fit solutions to motivate and drive online shoppers to the brick and mortar shop. When a customer wears an idea of buying something, he will do some preliminary research before setting out for purchase. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:23:30 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Drive_Online_Shopper_to_Your_WebStore_and_Increase_Sales_Traffic_to_Physical_Store_1486571x1215516210.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Drive_Online_Shopper_to_Your_WebStore_and_Increase_Sales_Traffic_to_Physical_Store_1486571x1215516210.htm The term point-of-sale is used to describe a variety of things. This can include the checkout counter in a store or a place where transactions occur. More frequently, the phrase refers to a computerized cash register. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 07:21:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/POS_-_Point_of_Sale_Explained_1428926x1215516060.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/POS_-_Point_of_Sale_Explained_1428926x1215516060.htm I am fortunate to live in a Southern California beach town. I have surfed most of my life because of my close proximity to the ocean. Unlike how it is portrayed in the movies, California beaches get cold in the winter, requiring surfers to wear wetsuits this time of the year. Mon, 07 Jul 2008 03:04:58 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Is_Your_Point_of_Sale_Costing_You_Sales_1428908x1215414298.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Is_Your_Point_of_Sale_Costing_You_Sales_1428908x1215414298.htm Is your store lighting adequate? How much is enough? How does if effect the shopping experience and how does it effect your store's profitability? Learn more in this article. Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:50:33 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Lighting_Tips_1428903x1215319833.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Lighting_Tips_1428903x1215319833.htm Are you about to start a dollar store business? If so, be sure to inspect all incoming merchandise as a part of the receiving process. Inspection should include a carton and case count as merchandise comes in the door. It should also include an inspection of cases and boxes for damage. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:07:14 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Dollar_Store_Business_-_Inspecting_Incoming_Merchandise_1428957x1215292034.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Dollar_Store_Business_-_Inspecting_Incoming_Merchandise_1428957x1215292034.htm If you run a brick-and-mortar business or more importantly if you run a business which is based on the web that involves shipping products to your customers across your the country or countries to do business in, you definitely need a way to protect your merchandise investment a lot better. It is very common to hear from customers about the terrible condition their items arrive in, mostly because of the rush that big shipping companies put their employees under in order to meet tight deadlines. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 05:56:09 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Keep_Your_Merchandise_In_One_Piece_1428967x1215251769.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Keep_Your_Merchandise_In_One_Piece_1428967x1215251769.htm Let's face it. We've entered some very tough times around the entire globe. In many articles, I have focused on taking aggressive measures to build quality traffic and build sales. Sat, 05 Jul 2008 05:46:29 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Reducing_Retail_Overhead_in_Tough_Times_1469014x1215251189.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Reducing_Retail_Overhead_in_Tough_Times_1469014x1215251189.htm The wholesale business is an extremely lucrative business that can allow a hard working entrepreneur to develop a six figure income. In essence, the wholesale business involves suppling products that retailers can resell. The industry covers a wide range of product categories including, apparel, general merchandise, electronics, novelties, food, and many other items. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 05:32:48 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Make_A_Six_Figure_Income_In_The_Wholesale_Business_1428950x1215163968.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Make_A_Six_Figure_Income_In_The_Wholesale_Business_1428950x1215163968.htm The greatest advantage of this new generation of stock control software is its ease of use. Small business owners typically do not have time to waste on new systems that are difficult to install or that require skills their key staff do not possess. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:18:42 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Stock_Control_For_Your_Business_1428961x1215073122.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Stock_Control_For_Your_Business_1428961x1215073122.htm Pricing gun labels come in many different sizes and configurations to fill various functions. Although pricing gun labels have been showing up in ever increasing, varied usages, the most common applications for them are ages of pricing gun labels are for... Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:13:49 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Everything_You_Ever_Wanted_to_Know_About_Pricing_Guns_and_Price_Gun_Labels_1428885x1215051229.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Everything_You_Ever_Wanted_to_Know_About_Pricing_Guns_and_Price_Gun_Labels_1428885x1215051229.htm Simplification helps retailers wrap their head around their dynamic world. Don't oversimplify and forget about value added. Or you may as well round your profit margins down. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:52:39 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Dont_Simplify_Profit_Out_of_Your_Business_1482384x1215049959.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Dont_Simplify_Profit_Out_of_Your_Business_1482384x1215049959.htm Many styles of hangers are currently on the market for small retailers, multi-chain retailers and individual shoppers. There are a wide variety of styles from which to choose, however, choosing the right kind of hanger style may be more important than you might think. The choice in hangers, especially the quality and design of them, can make a great impact on the presentation of the garment and the image of the store or space. Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:50:38 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Kind_of_Hangers_Do_You_Use_1452865x1215035438.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Kind_of_Hangers_Do_You_Use_1452865x1215035438.htm If you about to open a dollar store be sure you do everything possible to provide quality merchandise to your shoppers. That starts with inspecting incoming merchandise as a part of your receiving process. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:11:14 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Inspection_of_Incoming_Merchandise_To_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_1428966x1214961074.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Inspection_of_Incoming_Merchandise_To_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_1428966x1214961074.htm This is installment 1 of a 5 part series of articles that focus on reducing the costs associated with replenishment merchandise purchases for your dollar store business. There are many cost cutting actions that can be taken. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:53:54 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Secrets_to_Cost-of-Goods-Sold_Reduction_For_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_1_1452856x1214931234.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Secrets_to_Cost-of-Goods-Sold_Reduction_For_Your_Dollar_Store_Business_-_Part_1_1452856x1214931234.htm Print shops need plenty of space to work, as many projects are often of larger proportions. Shops like these especially need clear table top spaces in order to lay out projects for review throughout each stage of the production process. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:28:26 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Print_Shop_Tables_Need_to_Be_Functional_and_Stylish_1428894x1214857706.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Print_Shop_Tables_Need_to_Be_Functional_and_Stylish_1428894x1214857706.htm Many retail store owners are proud of the way their retail displays look. They are often a primary part of the stores décor. But are your retail displays safe? Having safe retail displays is critical to your business and customer relations. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:17:35 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Your_Retail_Displays_Safe_1428931x1214853455.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Your_Retail_Displays_Safe_1428931x1214853455.htm This is in continuation to my previous article where we discussed the prominent factors that differentiate organized retail to the conventional mom and pop stores. Most retail companies operate on a model in which the procurement is done centrally and in big volumes. As a result, the negotiation level with suppliers increases and the purchasing occurs on very low rates. Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:13:06 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Phenomenon_Called_Retail_(Part_II)_1482383x1214838786.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Phenomenon_Called_Retail_(Part_II)_1482383x1214838786.htm It's going to take a global effort to sustain our planet, and if each one of us can do our part personally and professionally, I believe we can make a difference. Giving gifts that are not only good for you, but good for the planet is a great start. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 20:14:29 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Doing_it_Green_1482385x1214784869.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Doing_it_Green_1482385x1214784869.htm Thermoformed packaging refers to a type of retail packaging that uses thermoforming technology. This process melts a special type of plastic into liquid form and then freezes it to a brittle, almost glass-like state. This type of thermoformed packaging is preferred for various applications and industries, such as dairy and food packaging, as well as cold beverage cups. Sun, 29 Jun 2008 18:38:40 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Thermoformed_Packaging_1482387x1214779120.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Are_the_Benefits_of_Thermoformed_Packaging_1482387x1214779120.htm Slatwall is the most cost-effective way to give your retail store more merchandising space. Because floor room is so valuable, use slatwall to transform your walls into merchandising shrines. Customers enjoy organized goods without being overcrowded. Slatwall appeases consumers and presents an elegant solution if space is limited. In this article we will talk about how best to use slatwall for your business or garage. We shall also see the kinds of accessories that are available for slatwall. Many finishes are available for the slat wall. Take a peek inside and you will learn more about slatwall, the world's most popular store fixture. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 23:05:14 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Slatwall_For_Retail_Stores_1428935x1214708714.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Slatwall_For_Retail_Stores_1428935x1214708714.htm One look at the robin's egg blue signature gift-wrap reveals what may be inside. A bauble from Tiffany and Company has made dreams come true for brides, hostesses and jewelry collectors since 1837. When Charles Tiffany and John Young first opened the fledgling store in New York City, it was then known as an establishment of fine goods and stationery. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 21:59:44 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Company_Profile_-_Tiffany_and_Company_1472022x1214704784.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Company_Profile_-_Tiffany_and_Company_1472022x1214704784.htm Merchants are directly affected by fraudulent transactions. They are charged processing fees, even though they have to refund the transaction amount. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 14:08:04 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Responsibility_Do_Merchants_Have_For_Fraudulent_Transactions_1482386x1214676484.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Responsibility_Do_Merchants_Have_For_Fraudulent_Transactions_1482386x1214676484.htm Ever wonder about that packaging you tear off, bend, cut, and utterly destroy in order to get to your new electronic gadget? Though people may not think much of packaging, a lot of design goes into these seemingly basic and necessary materials. Products must be wrapped tightly so that they are not damaged in shipping. Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:09:20 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Up_to_the_Idea_of_Clamshell_Packaging_1482388x1214662160.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Up_to_the_Idea_of_Clamshell_Packaging_1482388x1214662160.htm Visual impact is a huge component of retail merchandising. Customers entering a store are greatly influenced by the visual information they gather in the first split second. Learn a few merchandising tips that can help your business become more visible. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:43:30 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Visual_Merchandising_Tips_1464339x1214473410.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Visual_Merchandising_Tips_1464339x1214473410.htm For many store managers and business owners the struggle to find more profit is an elusive one. Read about how one company developed a process to overcome their profit struggle, and build a process to improve communication. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:07:38 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Your_Profit_Map_-_You_Are_Here_1464341x1214435258.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Your_Profit_Map_-_You_Are_Here_1464341x1214435258.htm Every store uses some type of retail display to properly sell items to their customers. But some stores do not realize the power of using signs with their retail displays. There are many benefits to using signs with retail displays. A sign is an excellent way to communicate a message to a customer. Done properly, it can help generate significantly more sales for your store. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:05:19 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Using_Signs_With_Retail_Display_1464340x1214413519.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Using_Signs_With_Retail_Display_1464340x1214413519.htm Printer cartridges are so expensive, where can you save money, why is the cost so high? How can I find a cheaper solution to my problem? Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:57:54 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Am_I_Paying_So_Much_For_a_Printer_Cartridge_1472023x1214348274.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_Am_I_Paying_So_Much_For_a_Printer_Cartridge_1472023x1214348274.htm My father would often say "Change is good, it keeps you sharp." This is a good general rule in life, but something to live by in retail. In retail change is constant, and how you learn to deal with change can make all the difference. Changes also influence your customers shopping habits. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:09:08 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Changing_Prices__-_Changes_in_Shopping_Behavior_1464343x1214330948.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Changing_Prices__-_Changes_in_Shopping_Behavior_1464343x1214330948.htm Many people can be heard swearing off pizza, wrongly believing that pizza cannot be a healthy dish. The fact is that pizza can be a healthy meal. Through this article you are provided some basic information about why pizza is "okay" to eat. Sun, 22 Jun 2008 18:02:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Pizza_Restaurant_Business_-_Keeping_Pizza_Healthy_1464342x1214172156.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Pizza_Restaurant_Business_-_Keeping_Pizza_Healthy_1464342x1214172156.htm I had lunch with a gentleman the other day who told me that his company used an outside trainer who's message was always the same. He said that the "consultant" pounded the same message meeting after meeting and over and over. "GMROI (Gross margin returned on investment), ROA (Return on Asset): they need to improve, raise these two indicators and you'll be more profitable". Wed, 18 Jun 2008 18:09:07 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/GMROI_and_ROA_-_Wheres_Your_Focus_1464344x1213826947.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/GMROI_and_ROA_-_Wheres_Your_Focus_1464344x1213826947.htm Styrofoam has become a product used in every aspect of daily life. From industrial to residential applications, Styrofoam blocks can be used for any product or project. Styrofoam comes from a form of polystyrene. Sat, 05 Apr 2008 00:04:16 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Use_of_Styrofoam_Blocks_for_a_Multitude_of_Projects_1367917x1207368256.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Use_of_Styrofoam_Blocks_for_a_Multitude_of_Projects_1367917x1207368256.htm Sally's store sells widgets and woggles. She thought they would both be hot sellers. Widgets sold like hotcakes. Woggles languished on the shelves. Store sales have not met projections. How can retailers like Sally know what actions to take to improve sales? Thu, 03 Apr 2008 14:53:41 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Tale_of_Two_Products_-_Do_You_Know_What_Makes_Your_Products_Sell_1371053x1207248821.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Tale_of_Two_Products_-_Do_You_Know_What_Makes_Your_Products_Sell_1371053x1207248821.htm Styrofoam sheets are highly protective and lightweight and can be customized to accommodate any shipping needs. They also have a wide array of functions serving as theater props, providing insulation for buildings and much more. Tue, 25 Mar 2008 05:27:20 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Styrofoam_Sheets_That_Are_Well_Fit_For_Packaging_Requirements_1371058x1206437240.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Styrofoam_Sheets_That_Are_Well_Fit_For_Packaging_Requirements_1371058x1206437240.htm Many companies have large bulky products that they need to ship out on a daily basis. Sometimes, they have problems in finding a way to ship these items. The boxes may be big, and using shipping peanuts may not be enough protection for the items in question. Thu, 20 Mar 2008 18:40:55 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Expanded_Polystyrene_Foam_1367916x1206052855.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Expanded_Polystyrene_Foam_1367916x1206052855.htm Major wig manufacturers are informing retailers this week that wig costs are about to rise for a variety of reasons. Reasons such as rising costs of production and transport, devaluation of the American dollar, economic changes in Asia and increased global demand are cited as leading causes for the price increases. Thu, 20 Mar 2008 08:26:53 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_Of_Wigs_And_Hairpieces_On_The_Rise_1348173x1206016013.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_Of_Wigs_And_Hairpieces_On_The_Rise_1348173x1206016013.htm By implementing a complete EPOS solution into your pub or chain of pubs, you give yourself a huge advantage over your competition. Why? Because you streamline your operations which then allows you to increase productivity, improve efficiency and maximise profitability. Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:40:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Make_Your_Business_More_Profitable_And_More_Competitive_With_Enterprise_EPOS_Technology_1373941x1205682036.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Make_Your_Business_More_Profitable_And_More_Competitive_With_Enterprise_EPOS_Technology_1373941x1205682036.htm Vietnam is currently in an enviable position to international investors. It is similar to India five years ago. Notwithstanding the high import taxes, counterfeit goods and unsuitable laws, Vietnam remains a major priority for the international players. Vietnam is both an opportunity and a challenge. The market is set to grow uninterrupted in the foreseeable future and its attractiveness to international investors will only escalate to dizzying heights Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:37:00 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailing_in_Vietnam_-_The_Little_India_and_the_New_China_1251663x1205368620.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailing_in_Vietnam_-_The_Little_India_and_the_New_China_1251663x1205368620.htm For those looking to start a home business, or increase their products in an existing retail business, dropshipping may be the best option. Dropshipping can save retailers both time and money. Learn how this process works and how it can work for you. Mon, 10 Mar 2008 08:21:44 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Dropship_for_Your_Retail_Business_1251661x1205151704.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_to_Dropship_for_Your_Retail_Business_1251661x1205151704.htm The flea market business in New York offers a great deal of potential for hard working entrepreneurs. Flea market vendors in New York can easily supplement their income, or even build a full time income, by selling merchandise on the weekends. New York specifically offers a vast market for flea market vendors due to the number of flea market shoppers that live in NY, the number of tourists that visit flea markets, and the good reputation as a shopping place that flea markets enjoy. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 08:29:22 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/New_York_Flea_Market_Business_Tips_1514995x1204723762.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/New_York_Flea_Market_Business_Tips_1514995x1204723762.htm In the prior article, I covered what I refer to as the basic steps to take in order to own and operate a small retail business. These are the steps that take you to the point in the process where it's nearly time to open your doors to the public. Now it's time for the next stage of the process, or what I call Advanced Basic Training. Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:29:33 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Owning_And_Operating_A_Small_Retail_Business_-_Advanced_Basic_Training_1305714x1204694973.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Owning_And_Operating_A_Small_Retail_Business_-_Advanced_Basic_Training_1305714x1204694973.htm There are plenty of products that can be bought for storing shoes at home. Companies have come up with some bright ideas ranging from transparent boxes to cloth hanging shelves: each catering for different types of shoes. But shoe stores are still having a difficult time creating a system that is customer and shoe friendly. Mon, 03 Mar 2008 13:41:31 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Shoe_Displays_For_Stores_1183310x1204569691.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Shoe_Displays_For_Stores_1183310x1204569691.htm Being confident about oneself and believing in your work is the first and foremost rule to be a boutique owner. There is no particular criterion such as being a model or a lingerie designer for being a successful boutique owner. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:44:44 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Lingerie_Boutique_1171460x1204235084.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Lingerie_Boutique_1171460x1204235084.htm A boutique is a small retail shop which comes with defined products (gifts, apparel and accessories) and services like altering clothing. People prefer a boutique to a regular cloth store because of excellent customer service which comes customized with quality. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:56:10 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_Up_A_Boutique_Guide_1171455x1204203370.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_Up_A_Boutique_Guide_1171455x1204203370.htm In the current business environment, do not waste your time targeting retail segments that are dying. The farm market segment has doubled in the past ten years, and everything is pointing to a continued upswing. Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:44:11 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Targeting_a_Growing_Segment_1118885x1204091051.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Targeting_a_Growing_Segment_1118885x1204091051.htm Customers want shopping to be enjoyable. Relaxing. They have stress & pressure at work & home. Shopping needs to be easier. It needs to fit into a deadline, or be a way to unwind. Sat, 23 Feb 2008 10:47:40 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_You_Making_Your_Customers_Work_Too_Hard_1383280x1203781660.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_You_Making_Your_Customers_Work_Too_Hard_1383280x1203781660.htm Welcome to the wonderful world of discount buying using liquidation strategies. Have you wondered how can you find them, how much to pay for them and where you can sell them? Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:58:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Learn_To_Buy_And_Sell_Wholesale_Lots_From_Retailers_And_Manufacturers_1188555x1203713939.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Learn_To_Buy_And_Sell_Wholesale_Lots_From_Retailers_And_Manufacturers_1188555x1203713939.htm Import from China can be done with the help of online wholesale suppliers. You can find a plenty of wholesale suppliers in the internet and can import cheap and quality products from China to earn huge profits. Sun, 17 Feb 2008 22:23:45 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Import_From_China_-_Find_Online_Wholesale_Suppliers_To_Earn_Huge_Profits_1371054x1203305025.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Import_From_China_-_Find_Online_Wholesale_Suppliers_To_Earn_Huge_Profits_1371054x1203305025.htm Your first goal should always be deciding exactly who your target market is. Once you have this in mind, you are sure to notice that other aspects of your business just seem to fall into place. The same should be true of your retail distribution system. If you are planning to offer your products to the retail public in addition to or even instead of the wholesale market then you need to ensure that your system is in place and ready to go before you even open the doors. Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:11:24 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Distribution_Made_Easy_1263609x1202782284.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Distribution_Made_Easy_1263609x1202782284.htm No-Flip type mattresses were designed to cut production costs for manufacturers by reducing materials and time used. The drawback to the customer is that a one sided mattress will last half as long as a two-sided mattress. Fri, 08 Feb 2008 23:45:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/No-Flip_Type_Mattresses_-_Benefits_Manufacturers,_Not_the_Consumer_1299014x1202532349.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/No-Flip_Type_Mattresses_-_Benefits_Manufacturers,_Not_the_Consumer_1299014x1202532349.htm If you have been interested in clothes and fashion for quite some time, you know what's in, and have the expert knowledge that is required to select and sell the right type of clothes, and even advice others on what to choose. Valuable as this knowledge is to your clothing store business, there's more to opening a clothing store than merely being aware of fashion. Thu, 07 Feb 2008 14:36:56 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_-_How_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_Review_1110679x1202413016.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_-_How_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_Review_1110679x1202413016.htm We all know what your number one problem is, finding inventory to sell on eBay. In addition, if you have spent any amount of time searching for wholesalers online, you know that it is not easy. So if you are looking for real wholesale suppliers for eBay, I hope that this article will save you some time and hopefully money too. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 11:18:14 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Where_To_Find_Real_Wholesale_Suppliers_For_Ebay_Resale_-_Free_Tutorial_1371055x1202228294.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Where_To_Find_Real_Wholesale_Suppliers_For_Ebay_Resale_-_Free_Tutorial_1371055x1202228294.htm Would you like to renovate the historic design and overhead sign of your shop? Modernizing your shop can be quite easy and cost effective, just by simply implementing a shop front. You can create an elegant look to your shop and it is the best way to attract customers to your store. Tue, 05 Feb 2008 05:26:04 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Business_Opportunities_From_Effective_Retail_Shop_Fronts_1542278x1202207164.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Business_Opportunities_From_Effective_Retail_Shop_Fronts_1542278x1202207164.htm When one thinks to open a boutique, it is a big responsibility to select the variety. But what does one decipher when fashion euphoric keep to just one color in their wardrobe? Sat, 02 Feb 2008 03:16:15 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Opening_a_Boutique_the_Easy_Way_1171466x1201940175.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Opening_a_Boutique_the_Easy_Way_1171466x1201940175.htm The stores that will excel in the holiday season, are the ones that can live up to customer expectations all year long. Here are some tips to keep your store looking fresh and inviting right through the holidays. Fri, 01 Feb 2008 18:06:31 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Store_Displays_That_Turn_Off_Holiday_Shoppers_1212546x1201907191.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Store_Displays_That_Turn_Off_Holiday_Shoppers_1212546x1201907191.htm If you want to open your own children's boutique then you may be on to something good. There's never been a better time than today to be a kid, as far as fashion is concerned. Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:50 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Childrens_Boutique_Help_1171458x1201842050.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Childrens_Boutique_Help_1171458x1201842050.htm First and most importantly almost always you will find some complaints about any product. You just need to weigh the positive and negative to find the truth. I don't think there is a product in the world that everyone just loves. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:25:05 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_5_Complaints_on_Worldwide_Brands_OneSource_Database_-_Positive_Review_1383281x1201789505.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Top_5_Complaints_on_Worldwide_Brands_OneSource_Database_-_Positive_Review_1383281x1201789505.htm When we talk about merchandising a retail store, we could focus on four store types to be able to understand its concept. These four types would be auto parts, clothing, sporting goods and electronics. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:06:33 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Stores_Merchandising_1371056x1201788393.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Stores_Merchandising_1371056x1201788393.htm Clothing or apparel industry is one of the most successful industries of all times and there is always room for more. However, you should be ready to put in a lot of hard work and not be swayed by the market swings. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:09:37 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Running_a_Clothing_Store_1171465x1201774177.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Running_a_Clothing_Store_1171465x1201774177.htm It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Santa DHgate wants to transform your life with a virtual sleigh full of goodies! Yes, it is that time again, only this time it will change your life forever, for the better - all thanks to special sourcing deals at DHgate. Thu, 31 Jan 2008 05:03:06 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Santa_DHgate_is_Coming_to_Town_With_Gifts_for_SMEs_1255115x1201773786.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Santa_DHgate_is_Coming_to_Town_With_Gifts_for_SMEs_1255115x1201773786.htm How much does it cost to open a clothing store? That's like asking what's the size of your son's (or daughter's) shoe. Wed, 30 Jan 2008 08:07:24 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_-_Cost_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_Guide_1110680x1201698444.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Cost_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_-_Cost_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_Guide_1110680x1201698444.htm Foam is extremely versatile and people around the world depend on it regularly. Its uses range from packaging and industrial use to providing comfortable pillows and mattresses. Tue, 29 Jan 2008 09:37:28 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Foam_Products_1367915x1201617448.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Foam_Products_1367915x1201617448.htm Use lighting techniques in your store displays to inspire a mood, prevent shoplifting and more. Special store fixtures can get your point across. Visit SL Storedisplays for the latest at the greatest price. Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:15:25 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Lighting_Design_in_Your_Store_930228x1201500925.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Lighting_Design_in_Your_Store_930228x1201500925.htm When large corporations look to cut costs, they start by looking at cutting their biggest expense, which is payroll, of course, you can only cut so many people, and then you have to look elsewhere. So next, they look to save on energy costs and product manufacturing costs. Retail stores look to shave money on energy also and try to find out how to buy their inventory at less cost and retain their accounts receivable for that inventory for longer. Sun, 27 Jan 2008 19:50:19 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Much_Energy_Does_Your_Business_Waste_on_Air-Conditioning_881544x1201481419.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Much_Energy_Does_Your_Business_Waste_on_Air-Conditioning_881544x1201481419.htm Choosing hangers for your store is an important step in your design process. There are many different styles to choose from and you want to make a good decision at this step in your store design. There are a few things to consider and you should educate yourself before you purchase any hangers for your store. Make a good decision and you can promote your brand and have a functional practical investment at the same time. Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:45:46 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Hangers_1364722x1201412746.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Hangers_1364722x1201412746.htm Lingerie, in the past, was mostly purchased for special occasions or events, and still is. In the last few years, lingerie sales have vastly increased as younger and older demographics have started indulging themselves in the latest lingerie. Sat, 26 Jan 2008 22:43:21 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Lingerie_Merchandising_987337x1201405401.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Lingerie_Merchandising_987337x1201405401.htm The interactive digital signage as the name suggests, closes the sales process with the shopper's fingertips. Whats more they get to know product information, directions, event information without to cope with frustrating line-ups. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:36:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Interactive_Digital_Signage_-_The_Key_to_Retail_Success_1358970x1201318596.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Interactive_Digital_Signage_-_The_Key_to_Retail_Success_1358970x1201318596.htm How many times have you visited a boutique near you only to wish that it were yours? How many times have your friends and relatives told you that since you have such great taste you should open a boutique. Thu, 24 Jan 2008 07:09:48 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Own_Boutique_Info_1171462x1201176588.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Own_Boutique_Info_1171462x1201176588.htm Is your worst nightmare walking in to a shop being bombarded with questions, having to try out clothes with someone breathing down your neck and telling you how well that colour suits you? Would you like a "personal shopper" without actually having to speak to a real person? Well, if so, this is for you. Fri, 18 Jan 2008 06:53:27 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Determine_Age_and_Sex_of_Shoppers_to_Target_In-Store_Adverts_808973x1200657207.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Determine_Age_and_Sex_of_Shoppers_to_Target_In-Store_Adverts_808973x1200657207.htm At the end of every year, most retailers would like to bet their sales fortune on Christmas shopping season. Everyone knows that it always will be Christmas boom for online or offline retailing. Yet there're a lot of great opportunities to make an effective promotion when holiday season comes. Thu, 17 Jan 2008 16:14:54 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_-_Make_A_Knockout_Flash_Presentation_For_Another_Christmas_Boom_910943x1200604494.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_-_Make_A_Knockout_Flash_Presentation_For_Another_Christmas_Boom_910943x1200604494.htm Are you tired of losing money? Take my advice and crunch the numbers. You need to determine the correct selling price to make you money. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 13:04:58 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Stand_Your_Ground_When_It_Comes_To_Pricing_1132539x1200506698.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Stand_Your_Ground_When_It_Comes_To_Pricing_1132539x1200506698.htm If you were planning to open a boutique, you'd do well to specialize in a niche area that gives you an edge. This allows you to concentrate on a particular area, and do full justice to the job that you undertake. A bridal boutique is one such idea that could take you places. Wed, 16 Jan 2008 12:34:54 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Bridal_Boutique_Guide_1171457x1200504894.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Bridal_Boutique_Guide_1171457x1200504894.htm Before opening a clothing store, you should be doing lot of research to find out what you want to provide which is not available in the locality. Match that along with your own interest. One also should be aware of all the stores offering the same service. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 06:35:24 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Up_A_Clothing_Store_Information_1171463x1200310524.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_Up_A_Clothing_Store_Information_1171463x1200310524.htm Merchandising used to be thought of as a waste of money for businesses running on a small budget. Attractive displays were reserved for the wealthy and successful large chain stores. Sun, 13 Jan 2008 15:17:04 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Grab_Your_Customer's_Attention!_987334x1200255424.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Grab_Your_Customer's_Attention!_987334x1200255424.htm The retail marketing study was an analysis of coupon redemption trends in the health and beauty, food and beverage and apparel industries. 425 million coupons were issued to 28 million U.S. and Canadian households. What they found was shocking. Fri, 11 Jan 2008 22:22:39 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Conventional_Wisdom_About_Couponing_May_Be_Wrong_1258295x1200108159.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Conventional_Wisdom_About_Couponing_May_Be_Wrong_1258295x1200108159.htm Over 90% of all hair products bought in the UK are bought over the counter on the high street, with Tesco recently being voted "Best haircare retailer" in the "Hair magazine awards 2007" meaning most salons are missing out on a MASSIVE amount of extra revenue and while many salons will never reach the coveted target of 25% of revenue coming from retail sales, there are some simple steps that any salon can take to increase their retail sales to at least 10% of their annual income. Listed below are 7 steps than any salon can take to see positive change in their retail sales and an increase in extra revenue. Wed, 09 Jan 2008 10:20:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Steps_To_Salon_Retail_Heaven_779651x1199892049.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/7_Steps_To_Salon_Retail_Heaven_779651x1199892049.htm If you're in business, you have to have a way of processing payments. If somebody pays cash or check, that's easy. Put it in a cash register or deposit box, and then bring it to the bank. But what if somebody pulls out a credit or debit card for their purchase? Mon, 07 Jan 2008 01:07:46 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Guide_to_Merchant_Services_1258296x1199686066.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Guide_to_Merchant_Services_1258296x1199686066.htm The new trend in retail shopping is offering shoppers reusable bags. These bags, while retailing anywhere from $1.39 to $15, are supposed to make shoppers opt not to use the conventional plain-old plastic bags. It doesn't take a genius to figure out that store owners are piggybacking on their consumers' empathy for the environment to make their businesses seem more eco-friendly. Sun, 06 Jan 2008 20:56:41 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Plastic_Bags_Hurting_Your_Business_779649x1199671001.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Plastic_Bags_Hurting_Your_Business_779649x1199671001.htm Keeping up with the times isn't as easy as it sounds with new retail display stands and shop fittings constantly being brought into circulation; while there are always unplanned costs and boundaries involved with modernisation of your retail space. Fri, 04 Jan 2008 12:15:25 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Renovating_Your_Shop_Fittings_-_Can_It_Be_Of_Benefit_In_The_Long_Run_792239x1199466925.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Renovating_Your_Shop_Fittings_-_Can_It_Be_Of_Benefit_In_The_Long_Run_792239x1199466925.htm If you went shopping this past black Friday, you were not alone. The National Retail Foundation's 2007 Black Friday Weekend Survey determined that more than 147 million people spent the day heating up their plastic. Although those numbers have gone up this year, spending didn't necessarily. Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:52:13 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/This_Black_Friday_Was_Not_Spent_Splurging_1118886x1199328733.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/This_Black_Friday_Was_Not_Spent_Splurging_1118886x1199328733.htm Over the last couple of years our supermarkets have provided us with something they call 'the fast lane'. I always find that even the bingo-winged varieties of staff are more efficient than I am when it comes to beeping my meat and two veg. Admittedly I have actually conned my local Asda out of about sixty-seven pence recently. Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:25:16 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Fast_Lane_and_the_Furious_987333x1199233516.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Fast_Lane_and_the_Furious_987333x1199233516.htm Success for small retailers who are selling virtually any group of products is dependent on a variety of factors including store location, fixed overhead costs, product lines and competitive pricing, controlling variable expenses and loss control. There are other factors, of course, such as the strength of your local economy but sadly there is an area that many owners and managers seem to pay little attention to. Tue, 01 Jan 2008 03:37:30 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Every_Single_Small_Retail_Store_Owner_and_Store_Manager_Needs_to_Know_802161x1199176650.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/What_Every_Single_Small_Retail_Store_Owner_and_Store_Manager_Needs_to_Know_802161x1199176650.htm Expectant a grim November, the resident's prevalent trader, Wall-sale said yesterday that it would immediately relegate penalties 15 percent to 30 percent (from to 0) on about 100 general electronics, abruptly rearranging the Christmas and Hanukkah calendar for its customers and competitors. Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:52:12 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wal-Mart_Starts_Discounts_Early_779652x1199080332.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wal-Mart_Starts_Discounts_Early_779652x1199080332.htm Everyone has a desire to establish a business and make it big. Not everyone will venture into entrepreneurship for one reason or another. Sat, 29 Dec 2007 22:52:43 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Retail_Boutique_1171461x1198986763.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Retail_Boutique_1171461x1198986763.htm U.S. Census Bureau releases wholesale trends. Increased and decreased sales revealed. What do the facts mean for you? Fri, 28 Dec 2007 06:03:41 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Trends_-_Whats_Hot_And_Whats_Not_1233968x1198839821.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Trends_-_Whats_Hot_And_Whats_Not_1233968x1198839821.htm Digital Signage is the perfect solution for attracting the attention of the shopper and has become a a must-have now that over 60% of purchase decisions are made in the shop itself. Make your product stand out from the rest - find out how with the software. Thu, 27 Dec 2007 06:28:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Bang_for_your_Buck_-_Digital_Signage_for_Retail_Business_1029519x1198754939.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Bang_for_your_Buck_-_Digital_Signage_for_Retail_Business_1029519x1198754939.htm The perfume business is going from strength to strength. Worldwide demand is expected to grow annually by at least 5% per year over the next decade as the booming economies of China and India create a higher number of affluent people worldwide. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 20:57:08 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Pregnancy_and_Diabetes_705906x1198720628.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Pregnancy_and_Diabetes_705906x1198720628.htm Many people have opted to buy online to save time and money, but have hesitated when making bigger purchases like furniture online. This article addresses potential risk and rewards of buying furniture and home products online that can end up saving you time, money, and still get what you wanted from the local store. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 16:32:04 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Furniture_Store_Online_Vs_Retail_Store_-_Weighing_The_Economics_1251662x1198704724.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Furniture_Store_Online_Vs_Retail_Store_-_Weighing_The_Economics_1251662x1198704724.htm Most men know nothing about picking out lingerie, which is understandable because it can be confusing. In order to determine her size you can either ask her (this removes the suprise element though), or look for an item in her wardrobe that fits her well and check the label for sizing. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 14:40:35 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Sexy_Lingerie_-_A_Buying_Guide_For_Men_779658x1198698035.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Sexy_Lingerie_-_A_Buying_Guide_For_Men_779658x1198698035.htm You are familiar with the pitch: Take 50% Off everything in the store! .... Come in for the Savings! ... Prices Slashed! ... Seniors take an Extra 15% Off! ... Sale ends Wednesday! Retailers are so addicted to that four letter word - SALE - they totally ignore the other tools at their disposal to make them stand out from the crowd. Wed, 26 Dec 2007 11:01:53 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Sale_-_the_Retailers_Addiction_1088244x1198684913.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Sale_-_the_Retailers_Addiction_1088244x1198684913.htm A retail business is hard word. You have to open and shut the business at predefined times and always make sure that you have the right number of staff present so that the customer gets great service. How do you boost your profits? Mon, 24 Dec 2007 19:42:32 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Ways_for_Retail_Businesses_to_Boost_Their_Profits_683661x1198543352.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Ways_for_Retail_Businesses_to_Boost_Their_Profits_683661x1198543352.htm Savvy small business owners now use the internet and email to drive traffic into their storefront, increase sales, liquidate inventory, and create customer loyalty. With more and more of these heavily funded box stores popping up around the world, the small retailer has got to be more creative in their marketing efforts if they expect to survive, let alone compete. A constant state of inventory liquidation should be the goal of every storefront retailer. Mon, 24 Dec 2007 17:43:15 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Brick_And_Mortar_Stores_On_The_Verge_Of_Going_Out_Of_Business_Turn_To_Click_And_Mortar_Retailing_1485495x1198536195.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Brick_And_Mortar_Stores_On_The_Verge_Of_Going_Out_Of_Business_Turn_To_Click_And_Mortar_Retailing_1485495x1198536195.htm All employees must know this is the most important part of selling. Ego's and attitudes must be left at the door on the way in. If they want to pick them up on the way out that's fine, that's their personal business. Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:31:05 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Operations_For_Managers_737720x1198517465.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Store_Operations_For_Managers_737720x1198517465.htm If you plan on buying a retail business, then there are certain aspects in which you can look out for to ensure you get the best deal possible. Knowing what to look out for you can save yourself a lot of time and money. Sun, 23 Dec 2007 13:24:53 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Buying_a_Retail_Business_702084x1198434293.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Buying_a_Retail_Business_702084x1198434293.htm Shakespeare said that apparel makes half the man. Clothing enhances a person's image (or could spoil it!), and conveys the personality of the individual. Sun, 23 Dec 2007 00:23:57 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Owning_A_Clothing_Store_The_Easy_Way_1171464x1198387437.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Owning_A_Clothing_Store_The_Easy_Way_1171464x1198387437.htm Mp3 players a brief description of the various types and functions. Giga bit rating and how it relates to song and video storage. Fri, 21 Dec 2007 02:01:11 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Buying_A_Mp3_Player,Dont_Buy_More_Than_You_Really_Need_1255114x1198220471.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Buying_A_Mp3_Player,Dont_Buy_More_Than_You_Really_Need_1255114x1198220471.htm With nearly 2,100 employees at 18 different locations, American TV & Appliance needed a time and attendance system that provided excellent support with advanced features such as scheduling and an XML API. Before upgrading to Legiant, management was unable to determine what hours employees were working because they did not regularly use the stationed time clocks. Legiant implemented a comprehensive time tracking solution that removed the need for time clocks and improved management visibility to the data. Thu, 20 Dec 2007 12:13:58 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Big_Savings_at_American_with_Legiant_Time_and_Attendance_XML_API_742320x1198170838.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Big_Savings_at_American_with_Legiant_Time_and_Attendance_XML_API_742320x1198170838.htm Raised on a fruit farm in Fruitland Ontario, this classy businesswoman is an expert at making lemonade from lemons, and today her popular 2nd floor boutique jewellery store overlooks a historic section of Brant Street. Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:51:23 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Jackie_Orrs_Sparkling_Success_871105x1198043483.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Jackie_Orrs_Sparkling_Success_871105x1198043483.htm Do you own your own retail business? Are you looking to make sure your business is effective? Read this article to find out the most effective way to bring up sales at your retail store. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 09:47:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Simple_Way_To_Make_More_Money_721146x1197902879.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/A_Simple_Way_To_Make_More_Money_721146x1197902879.htm If I want to open a clothing store, what should be the questions that will be in my mind? Should I start on my own or should I form a corporation? This is a vital question when the planned business is a sizeable one. Mon, 17 Dec 2007 07:48:57 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/I_Want_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_1171456x1197895737.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/I_Want_To_Open_A_Clothing_Store_1171456x1197895737.htm Big Boxes are are terribly attractive in many ways. Good prices, large selection and a good return policy. What's not so fun you may ask? The crowds in the aisles, the long line-ups at the cash, and the lack of customer service. Your consumer power is greater than you think. Sun, 16 Dec 2007 05:00:55 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Big_Boxes_Best_667141x1197799255.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Are_Big_Boxes_Best_667141x1197799255.htm In order for businesses to be efficient, they have to be able to purchase quality merchandise at the best prices, so that the running of their business does not cut into the profit of their business. Unfortunately, quality merchandise can often be as elusive as good prices, which means that businesses have to do their homework if they are going to get the best value for their offices. Sun, 16 Dec 2007 04:38:48 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Do_You_Find_Quality_Office_Merchandise_779654x1197797928.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_Do_You_Find_Quality_Office_Merchandise_779654x1197797928.htm So much for being a poor kid? We have all heard the recent problems with toys from China with lead based paints, but it is worse than you think, because now the over reaction is sending shock waves thru retail stocks and toy sales are way down. Back to school sales were better than expected this year but not by much, minus the toy sale decreases many retailers are not looking so great for the end of quarter reporting period, this could seriously hurt stock prices going into the Christmas season. Fri, 14 Dec 2007 21:45:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Goodwill_Stores_No_Longer_Accepting_Toys_-_Lead_Paint_654628x1197686749.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Goodwill_Stores_No_Longer_Accepting_Toys_-_Lead_Paint_654628x1197686749.htm Counters are present in almost every type of store. Clothing, sporting goods, jewelry and specialty shops are all in need of displays to use on their counter tops. Counter displays are useful for merchandising your smaller or more expensive products. They are also very useful for selling the last minute items that your customer might not have come in for, but are willing to buy once they're at the register. There are a multitude of display types to choose from. Fri, 14 Dec 2007 18:26:39 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Counter_Top_Displays_951742x1197674799.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Counter_Top_Displays_951742x1197674799.htm If you sell clothing, you no doubt know that your inventory is dictated by the whims of the fashion world. What is hot one season could be a total bust the next. It's important, then, to follow the trends in order to move merchandise. Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:38:36 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Clothing_-_Great_Styles_For_Less!_1485275x1197610716.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Clothing_-_Great_Styles_For_Less!_1485275x1197610716.htm DVD players are quite a rage in amongst the people and they are surely an advanced version of the former technologies that included VHS and CDs. Portable DVD player are the latest versions of the advanced technology that makes you watch all of your favourite movies in the privacy of your home with an impeccable picture quality. Mon, 10 Dec 2007 22:43:20 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/While_you_Buy_a_Portable_DVD_Player_659566x1197344600.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/While_you_Buy_a_Portable_DVD_Player_659566x1197344600.htm As a retailer, whom do you serve? Think a bit before you answer. Determining what makes you special as a retailer is not always easy. Finding customers who value what you offer is difficult at best. Enjoying your place in the sun, known as customer approval, is especially demanding in these uncertain times. It takes cultivation on several fronts. Every community across the fruited plain is overwhelmed with retail shopping locations and merchants offering everything from soup to nuts. What makes your business emerge from the masses as distinctive? Developing a niche and working it could be the long lost answer. Sat, 08 Dec 2007 22:18:29 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Niche,_Finding_Yours_Really_Is_Possible_691517x1197170309.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Niche,_Finding_Yours_Really_Is_Possible_691517x1197170309.htm Opening a clothing boutique makes great business sense especially for people who love fashion. If you can see a fashion trend coming long before it hits the streets then opening a boutique is probably one of the first business ventures you should try. Fri, 07 Dec 2007 16:26:53 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Clothing_Boutique_Review_1171459x1197062813.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Open_A_Clothing_Boutique_Review_1171459x1197062813.htm When you see your business starting to go under, there is a tremendous amount of stress placed on your shoulders, as finances might be very tight. There are some options to explore, one of the most common ones is explained here... Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:02:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Financing_the_Expansion_of_Your_Business_667142x1196805769.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Financing_the_Expansion_of_Your_Business_667142x1196805769.htm Running a florist business is extremely hard work as most independent florists are open six days a week although some do close early on Wednesdays. If you buy your flowers from the markets then you will have to wake up really early so that you can buy your stock & have your shop ready for business at 8:30am. Sun, 02 Dec 2007 10:09:00 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Starting_a_Florist_Business_961833x1196608140.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Starting_a_Florist_Business_961833x1196608140.htm In the summer time, great weather competes with the shopping consumers and hurts retail sales. This year retail sales are being hurt by Chinese Toy recalls, and the credit crunch in real-estate effecting consumer confidence and curtailing rising credit card limits. In the Winter time warm weather near the Holiday Christmas Season gives consumers more time to shop. Sat, 01 Dec 2007 05:53:04 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Stocks_Hating_Life_-_Will_Global_Warming_Keep_Them_Shopping_Thru_Winter_779660x1196506384.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Stocks_Hating_Life_-_Will_Global_Warming_Keep_Them_Shopping_Thru_Winter_779660x1196506384.htm Adding a free shipping offer to your online retail store can significantly increase sales. The numbers of shoppers turning to the internet for their shopping has been going up year after year. At the same time, online retailers have been working hard to come up with ways to turn those browsers into buyers. One tactic that both retailers and consumers seem to like is free shipping offers. There are several types of free shipping offers to choose from, and once a retailer decides to offer free shipping, they need to promote that offer to their customers. The purpose of this article is to inform online retailers about the potential benefits of including free shipping as part of their online marketing strategy. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 04:11:44 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_All_Online_Retailers_Should_Consider_Free_Shipping_Offers_1001744x1196413904.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Why_All_Online_Retailers_Should_Consider_Free_Shipping_Offers_1001744x1196413904.htm Hello, hope you are all fine! We are going to talk about "Merchandising a Retail Store" today. This is an article about Merchandising a retail store for managers and employees Thu, 29 Nov 2007 03:58:02 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Merchandising_a_Retail_Store_779656x1196326682.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Merchandising_a_Retail_Store_779656x1196326682.htm The British Retailer Consortium has rounded on the banks for charging too much when processing credit and debit card payments, saying that it is disproportionate to the amount of the transaction, and demanding that the costs are cut. Mon, 26 Nov 2007 19:31:44 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Shops_Criticise_Banks_Card_Processing_Costs_896209x1196123504.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Shops_Criticise_Banks_Card_Processing_Costs_896209x1196123504.htm It is important to learn all you can about product sourcing as this is the center of your business. Without products, you will have nothing to sell, but if you do not know where to look you will not have any products. Fri, 23 Nov 2007 21:52:03 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Worldwide_Brands_Wholesale_And_What_The_Bleep_Is_Product_Sourcing_673937x1195872723.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Worldwide_Brands_Wholesale_And_What_The_Bleep_Is_Product_Sourcing_673937x1195872723.htm Are you getting enough retail specialty business? Would you like to increase your both your sales and profits? "How can we increase our sales?" This is your question. The answer to this common asked question is for all the people in your organization to move beyond simply doing their assigned job and becoming partners with your customers. Yes, stretching to be more for your customers than a "paper weight." Fri, 16 Nov 2007 05:18:09 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Add-On_Retail_Sales_For_a_New_Era_of_Success_653097x1195208289.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Add-On_Retail_Sales_For_a_New_Era_of_Success_653097x1195208289.htm The Wall Street Journal reports in its October 3rd issue that there is a big shift in retailing. As I've been preaching for years now, discounting is not a panacea that lasts forever. Thu, 15 Nov 2007 04:03:59 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Quality_vs_Price_-_The_Tide_Is_Finally_Turning_779659x1195117439.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Quality_vs_Price_-_The_Tide_Is_Finally_Turning_779659x1195117439.htm Where have the local shoe repair stores gone? Some of the experts are now online, bringing their skills to a nationwide market. Sun, 11 Nov 2007 12:26:31 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Shoe_Repair_in_the_Twenty-First_Century_779657x1194801991.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Shoe_Repair_in_the_Twenty-First_Century_779657x1194801991.htm The latest consumer surveys show that the incidents of Chinese Goods, containing poison, lead paint or some other disastrous thing are causing alarm bells in the heads of Middle Class buyers. If you recall there was poison in the fish food and pet food. There was poison, a neurotoxin in the toothpaste and there is lead in the paint on our children's toys. China has apologized and even executed someone they say is responsible. Sat, 10 Nov 2007 06:00:15 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Afraid_To_Buy_Chinese_Goods_-_You_Are_Not_Allowing_According_To_The_Latest_Survey_726454x1194692415.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Afraid_To_Buy_Chinese_Goods_-_You_Are_Not_Allowing_According_To_The_Latest_Survey_726454x1194692415.htm As the number of Internet subscribers dramatically grows, the corresponding number of consumers who have used the Internet for at least five years also grows, creating a growing market for online retail. Fri, 09 Nov 2007 02:06:52 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/South_African_Online_Retail_On_The_Upswing_659567x1194592012.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/South_African_Online_Retail_On_The_Upswing_659567x1194592012.htm Small and Medium Businesses that are not able to generate enough income in the first few years tend to struggle staying afloat and having enough cash flow to finance an expansion of their business or refurbishments. This can lead to repossession, but repossession is not always a bad solution for businesses trying to release equity. Sun, 04 Nov 2007 23:21:32 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Repossession_Process_Explained_702083x1194236492.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Repossession_Process_Explained_702083x1194236492.htm Your free guide to opening a mail and parcel shipping store. We will discuss how to obtain shipping accounts, what hardware you will need, and the best location for your store. Thu, 01 Nov 2007 11:57:52 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_A_Mail_And_Parcel_Shipping_Store_654627x1193932672.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/How_To_Open_A_Mail_And_Parcel_Shipping_Store_654627x1193932672.htm It's hard to believe that someone who isn't a professional hairdresser can create curls with a flat iron. We wanted to put some truth to the claim that it really is possible for someone to create curls with a flat iron at home. We spoke with Richard BenBassett, a beauty industry veteran and flat iron aficionado from Exceon American Beauty Supply, the maker of Sedu and Solia flat irons, to explain if this is really true or just an urban beauty legend. Tue, 30 Oct 2007 09:39:16 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Can_A_Flat_Iron_Really_Create_Curls_673939x1193751556.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Can_A_Flat_Iron_Really_Create_Curls_673939x1193751556.htm Keeping customers happy is what every business wants to do. One of the best ways to in touch with how their customers feel is to offer them the opportunity to fill out a customer satisfaction form. If you are a customer, you should take up the business on the chance to fill out one of these forms. Sat, 27 Oct 2007 05:09:23 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Customer_Satisfaction_Form_702082x1193476163.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Customer_Satisfaction_Form_702082x1193476163.htm India is fast becoming the retail destination of the world. According to the international management consultant AT Kearney, India has emerged as the leader in terms of retail opportunities. The retail market in India is anticipated to grow to 427 billion USD by the year 2010. Wed, 24 Oct 2007 11:31:26 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Changing_Face_Of_The_Indian_Retail_Industry_651059x1193239886.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Changing_Face_Of_The_Indian_Retail_Industry_651059x1193239886.htm When manufacturing your own product, try to keep costs as low as possible. This seems obvious, but here is why it makes sense from a retail marketing standpoint. Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:19:47 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Inventions_-_Pricing_That_Makes_The_Best_Profit_779655x1193113187.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Inventions_-_Pricing_That_Makes_The_Best_Profit_779655x1193113187.htm For those of you who already have a successful business buying and reselling products online, then you know the importance of buying wholesale. For those of you who are just starting out, then you may not know how you can save time and money with wholesale directories and products. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 18:50:36 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Worldwide_Brands_Wholesale,_Is_That_The_Way_You_Want_To_Do_It_673938x1192747836.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Worldwide_Brands_Wholesale,_Is_That_The_Way_You_Want_To_Do_It_673938x1192747836.htm The World's Largest Employer - Wal-Mart, is primed to over take Wells Fargo Bank, Bank of America and Western Union for shipping the most amount of US Dollars out of the country to Mexico. This is because Wal-Mart was awarded the right to set up new banking centers in Mexico. In many ways this is a good thing for free-trade and for modernizing Mexico, as it will give more opportunity to Mexicans and capital for small businesses there. Thu, 18 Oct 2007 18:03:34 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wal-Mart_to_Begin_Shipping_Billions_of_Dollars_a_Week_to_Mexico_726453x1192745014.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wal-Mart_to_Begin_Shipping_Billions_of_Dollars_a_Week_to_Mexico_726453x1192745014.htm How To Start a direct Mail business at home on a shoe string budget. Today there are hundreds of opportunities to get into the profitable Direct Mail business. Wed, 17 Oct 2007 14:48:42 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Direct_Mail_Business_-_The_Smart_Way_To_Start_Your_Own_Direct_Mail_Business_726451x1192646922.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Direct_Mail_Business_-_The_Smart_Way_To_Start_Your_Own_Direct_Mail_Business_726451x1192646922.htm Improve your selling skills? If you have known that one or more of personal or business issues are important to your life, why haven't you done something about them? I'll tell you why. You have intellectually known things you must do to improve your life of business but you have no emotional ownership in the issue. Where does the emotional ownership come from? It usually comes from a critical life experience that puts in your face that you must confront. You have the intellectual knowledge but must also have the emotional ownership to change your behavior. Sat, 13 Oct 2007 15:51:34 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Eliminate_Your_Customers_Emotional_Obstacles_to_Buying;_Build_Your_Retail_Success_Triad_656032x1192305094.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Eliminate_Your_Customers_Emotional_Obstacles_to_Buying;_Build_Your_Retail_Success_Triad_656032x1192305094.htm For today's specialty brick and mortar retailer, one that desires to compete with the national big boxes, the most important activity is delivering value to your customers. One of the important ways to do this is by subscribing to the philosophy: Our customer's have earned the right to our respect simply by walking through our door! Tue, 09 Oct 2007 08:20:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Show_Your_Retail_Customers_Just_How_Much_You_Value_Them_-_25_Ways_To_Do_It_653098x1191932437.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Show_Your_Retail_Customers_Just_How_Much_You_Value_Them_-_25_Ways_To_Do_It_653098x1191932437.htm If you were to survey store managers, merchandisers, buyers, or other high-level retail executives, virtually all of them would say that their first retail jobs were in customer service or in retail sales. Find out why... Wed, 03 Oct 2007 04:15:14 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Entry_Level_Retail_Jobs_Lead_to_Lucrative_Careers_691518x1191399314.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Entry_Level_Retail_Jobs_Lead_to_Lucrative_Careers_691518x1191399314.htm A broad look at the differences in retail worldwide. Fri, 13 Jul 2007 20:30:37 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Change_of_the_Retail_World_1465945x1184373037.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/The_Change_of_the_Retail_World_1465945x1184373037.htm Retail fasteners are available at any hardware store in the market and on the Internet. There are myriad varieties of fasteners ranging from tiny washers to huge bolts and nuts that are used in industries. Fasteners can be made from plastic and steel and the use that they are put through dictate the type of raw material used for manufacturing them. Fri, 19 Jan 2007 16:13:13 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Fasteners_1328303x1169241193.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_Fasteners_1328303x1169241193.htm Why urban wear retailers need to monitor urban trends to succeed in business. Sat, 30 Dec 2006 07:18:43 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Urban_Wear_Trends_Mean_Retail_Profits_1303332x1167481123.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Urban_Wear_Trends_Mean_Retail_Profits_1303332x1167481123.htm How to effectively display urban wear in a retail setting. Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:37:49 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Urban_Wear_Retail_Display_Secrets_1303606x1167392269.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Urban_Wear_Retail_Display_Secrets_1303606x1167392269.htm Since very recently, the retail sector in China was an impermeable one, allowing almost no entries from overseas. The trend is being reversed with increasing activities in mergers and acquisitions ("M&A"), consolidating new and emerging retail trading businesses. Retailers have realized that the future lies in linking each other gives a cutting-edge advantage on achieving buying power over suppliers; besides, the global trend goes in the same direction. Consolidating markets which were previously scattered in bits and pieces has resulted in the creation of several investment opportunities: whether for multinationals or local corporate and private investors. Thu, 21 Dec 2006 20:18:50 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Chinese_Retail_Sector_Got_The_Rhythm_Back_1287878x1166750330.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Chinese_Retail_Sector_Got_The_Rhythm_Back_1287878x1166750330.htm The opening up of retail trade for foreign direct investment (FDI) promises to usher in revolutionary changes to the Indian consumer market in the days to come. Tue, 14 Nov 2006 23:04:06 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Impact_of_FDI_in_Retail_in_India_1295235x1163563446.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Impact_of_FDI_in_Retail_in_India_1295235x1163563446.htm Companies that traditionally wholesale their goods to commercial markets are finding a niche in retail sales, selling their wares to individuals over the Internet. Mon, 23 Oct 2006 01:09:25 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Distributors_Finding_a_New_Retail_Market_on_the_Internet_1279419x1161580165.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Distributors_Finding_a_New_Retail_Market_on_the_Internet_1279419x1161580165.htm Is your brand strong enough to overcome the foibles of one of your employees. If your customers are strongly engaged with your brand, you can survive the unexpected. This will tell you why training at all levels of your organization is important. Mon, 25 Sep 2006 10:18:31 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Oh,_So_You_Want_Me_To_Ship_It_To_the_Manufacturer_1206052x1159193911.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Oh,_So_You_Want_Me_To_Ship_It_To_the_Manufacturer_1206052x1159193911.htm The Role of HR Personnel in a Retail Company can revolve the business Wed, 26 Jul 2006 22:06:08 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Role_of_HRD_in_Retailing_675735x1153965968.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Role_of_HRD_in_Retailing_675735x1153965968.htm Sales tips for retailers that sell clothing. Sun, 28 May 2006 02:00:13 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Clothing_Tips_For_Retailers_664449x1148796013.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Wholesale_Clothing_Tips_For_Retailers_664449x1148796013.htm What is a package any way? We all know it conveys a product from point A to point B. Besides the obvious of getting it there undamaged or not broken, what's a box supposed to do? Mon, 27 Mar 2006 18:05:24 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retails_First_Moment_Of_Truth_-_The_Package_1100288x1143500724.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retails_First_Moment_Of_Truth_-_The_Package_1100288x1143500724.htm Supermarkets and other retailers are jumping on board the environmental consciousness train. Mon, 20 Mar 2006 08:04:48 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Spread_the_Word_with_Environmentally_Friendly_Products_1083534x1142859888.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retailers_Spread_the_Word_with_Environmentally_Friendly_Products_1083534x1142859888.htm Affordable Options Exist for Retail Security: Security Mirror, Fake Security Camera, Door Entry Chime lead the list. Fri, 04 Nov 2005 20:48:05 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Affordable_Options_Exist_for_Retail_Security_967372x1131155285.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Affordable_Options_Exist_for_Retail_Security_967372x1131155285.htm What many large retail chains have done has been breathtaking and can only be admired. They took control of their supply chains and used their new influence and power to their advantage and therefore to the advantage of their shareholders. Just remember though, that retail chains consist of unremarkable buildings, staffed with unskilled labour and with low-tech plant. Tue, 20 Sep 2005 15:50:27 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Will_Retail_Chains_Lose_Their_Dominance_889596x1127245827.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Will_Retail_Chains_Lose_Their_Dominance_889596x1127245827.htm Generally retail purchasing agents and departments are fully ordered by this time every year as they ramp up for Christmas Season. In fact the merchandise is also getting well on its way to the warehouses and by mid October the stores are taking in the inventory and getting everything in place. Sat, 03 Sep 2005 20:12:39 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/2005_Retailer_Inventory_Orders_for_Christmas_Slow_875927x1125792759.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/2005_Retailer_Inventory_Orders_for_Christmas_Slow_875927x1125792759.htm Houston has always been a boom or bust economy. Yet it is America’s third largest city with 5.5 million people. The ten-year economic cycles have been caused by oil price fluctuations. But as Houston diversifies its economy and matures it employs larger and larger percentages of folks in retail and service sectors. Tue, 17 May 2005 18:51:55 -0400 http://articles.getacoder.com/Houston_Economic_Rebound;_retail_franchise_locations_767426x1116370315.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Houston_Economic_Rebound;_retail_franchise_locations_767426x1116370315.htm As time passed, some producers would have found they were better at selling the goods than growing them (or perhaps enjoyed it more!). Others preferred to stick to growing. So there was a gradual separation of the producers and the traders. Thu, 31 Mar 2005 15:41:38 -0500 http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_History_956788x1112301698.htm http://articles.getacoder.com/Retail_History_956788x1112301698.htm Copyright 2007 getacoder.com - All Rights Reserved.