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Are you finding it hard to source new products? Is your product offer in tune with your customers' needs? Are you getting the best prices and terms from your suppliers? Are your retail prices too high (or too low)?

Right Products at Right Price

Selecting products to sell in your shop and setting retail price levels are two of the most important tasks for retailers. And not least because, customers buying decisions are largely influenced by your product offering and price points.

For independent retailers, getting it wrong can be disastrous for the business.

In this section you will find guidance, tools and resources to help you make the right purchasing and pricing decisions for your retail business.

Retailer Resources

How To Increase Your Sales And Profits by Bundling Products: While, as an independent retailer, you should aim to offer your customers merchandise that they can't buy elsewhere in town, it's likely that you stock some of the same or similar items as your competitors.
In this article, find out how bundling products can help you increase your sales and profits.

7 Reasons Why You Should Run a Sale: In the current climate, some retailers seem to be running a sale every week. in doing so they could be doing irreparable damage to their brand. In this article we explain the 7 reasons to run a sale in your shop, and how to make sure you get the most out of them without harming your reputation.

4 Key Steps to Effectively Managing your Shop's Sales and Stock Levels: Are you holding higher levels of stock than you need? Is your markdown percentage increasing? Are your profit margins being further eroded? Are weaker sales impacting upon your cashflow?

Learn how to take (back) control of your largest asset - your merchandise stock.

Improve your Buying - Ask the Right Questions: Asking the right questions of your suppliers' sales representatives or agents is key to getting the best prices and terms for your merchandise orders. Here we list the questions you should be asking your suppliers.

How and Where to Source Merchandise For Your Shop: Knowing where to buy from and how to get the best prices and terms is an absolute must in order for your shop to be competitive. In this article, you'll find out what sourcing options are available and how to get the best deal for your shop.