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By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Holidays

When you suddenly have more products than usual, or you are selling merchandise that is time-sensitive, such as for a particular holiday, you might need to change up your display plan. These items need to be showcased in a way that they will move fast and will be easily seen by frazzled holiday shoppers. So instead of shoving this surplus merchandise anywhere it will fit, keep some of these ideas in mind. Start at the front and work your way back. This includes your window display as well as the retail disp... read more.

• January 23, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Store Management

When you are planning the layout of your store, retail shelving will likely play a major role. No matter what industry you work in: convenience, pharmacy, pet, liquor, beauty, etc., there are store fixtures that are made to showcase your merchandise. But what kind of shelves do you need and when should you buy them? We’ll help you answer these questions. Let’s start with the basics. Gondola shelving and more. Gondola shelving is known as the “workhorse” of the retail industry for a reason. These shelv... read more.

• January 20, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Retail Growth Strategies

If you have been running your retail store for a while now, either alone or with the help of a few select friends and family members, you might be considering adding on more employees as you gain momentum. Being the only person running a store can be challenging: helping customers, operating the register, keeping track of inventory, and watching out for theft can be a difficult job for only one person. But who do you hire first? How do you get the word out? We’re here to help you get started. You will ne... read more.

• January 17, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Retail Growth Strategies

If you are a small business owner, wading through all of the financial options available to you can be challenging. Finding the right loan for your business is extremely important, and not something that should be overlooked because you don’t understand all that is involved. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) breaks down what exactly an SBA loan is, the types that are available and how to determine which one is right for you, and whether or not you are eligible and if so, how to apply. Defining... read more.

• January 14, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Electronics Stores, Store Management

If you run a smaller electronics store it can be difficult to compete with the big box retailers that are purchasing large quantities of merchandise and selling them at lower prices. Because of this, it’s important to get noticed in other ways, such as having the most knowledgeable staff or really focusing on store displays in your stand-out showroom. Knowledge When it comes to electronics, many people depend on the employees at the store to guide them in the direction of the product they need. There... read more.

• January 11, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in News

Stop by the Handy Store Fixtures booth at the NCPA 2015 Annual Convention! This convention is focused on the independent community pharmacy industry. Along with Handy Store Fixtures, you’ll be joining more than 3,000 community pharmacists from all over the country. You’ll gain exclusive access to 30+ hours of continuing education, hundreds of vendors showcasing their latest products, services, and technology, and countless opportunities to network with your peers. You'll discover how to develop profitable n... read more.

• January 08, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Retail Growth Strategies

Getting a business grant is basically the best way to get money for your small business. Funds are provided at no cost to you to put entirely toward your business. According to Forbes, you can find and apply to grants based on the theme of your business in addition to your own demographics. There are grants for minority business owners, women, single mothers, and more. Try visiting FederalGrants.com to find grants offered by the United States government. Here you’ll find information on how to find and... read more.

• January 05, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Store Design

For many store owners, finding enough shelf space to display all of their products can be a challenge. You never want your shelves to look like they are overflowing or sloppy, and it’s important that every product is easily viewable in order for customers to be able to conveniently shop the aisles. In addition to space being a problem, sometimes your merchandise just doesn’t look right on standard retail shelving. Luckily, there are plenty of gondola shelving accessories that can make fitting th... read more.

• January 02, 2025

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in Sporting Goods Stores

As a sporting goods store owner you will need to fill your space with all kinds of shelving units and retail store displays. Due to the varied size of many of the products you offer, there is no one-size-fits-all shelving solution. Ranging from golf clubs to soccer balls, to bicycles and clothing, sporting goods stores offer a wide variety of merchandise ranging in size and weight. Having a diverse shelving strategy is important in order to properly display the products you sell in your sporting goods store... read more.

• December 30, 2024

By Steve Di Orio, Posted in

Creating a brand is so important because it tells the world who you are as a business. When someone hears your company name you want it to be synonymous with the words you’d like to have attributed to your brand. If you own a trendy clothing store for example, you want people to think “stylish”, “cutting edge”, and “high fashion”. Working to really build and develop your brand will get you to that level. It is important to be consistent not only in the message that... read more.

• December 27, 2024