First-ever HTSN Member Report offers comprehensive overview of HTSN membership, including business performance, impacts of COVID, marketing strategy and more.
Rob Stott
HTSN Report 2021
Nationwide Marketing Group recently conducted its first full-scale survey of Home Technology Specialists Nationwide (HTSN) Members. Completed in May 2021, the survey asked Members to provide insights in several key areas, including business performance, product...
Independent Channel Gathers in Nashville to Celebrate PrimeTime – and Nationwide Marketing Group’s 50th Anniversary
First in-person PrimeTime in more than 18 months offers independent retailers the opportunity to reconnect, reengage and celebrate 50 Years United.
Don’t Kick the Can Any Further Down the Road on Succession Planning
Succession planning may seem like a scary and daunting task, but it’s one that ensures the continued success of your business.
On the Chipset Shortage and Opportunities for CE Dealers
Nationwide Marketing Group Vice President of CE Lee McDonald shares his thoughts on the chip challenges and more.
Scorching Summer Continues with Another Strong NMG Index Score in August
Independent retailers reported a score of 195.698 in August — the third month in a row the NMG Index landed in the 195-point range. This month also marks the first opportunity to look at year-over-year trends for the NMG Index.
HTSN Member Report to Drop During PrimeTime
Nationwide Marketing Group and the Home Technology Specialists Nationwide division will release the first-ever HTSN Member Report in August. Sign up to receive the report using the form in this post!
PrimeTime in Nashville to Feature Over $200K in Giveaways
Nationwide Marketing Group vendors have come together to produce a giveaways prize pool totaling more than $200K! Here’s a look at some of what’s up for grabs at PrimeTime in Nashville.
Class Will Be In Session at First-Ever Luxury University
Luxury University will make its debut at PrimeTime in Nashville this August. The one-hour session will dive deep into the world of luxury appliance retailing.
Nationwide Marketing Group Readies Endless Aisle Option for Independent Retailers
Available through the Nationwide eXchange website platform, endless aisle will provide more product flexibility to retailers and consumers alike.
Nationwide to Serve as Facilitating Co-Sponsor for ENERGY STAR Product Partner Meeting
Hosted in Denver, November 2-4, the three-day ENERGY STAR Product Partner Meeting will include various topics and sessions.
The Smart Home is Making a “Comeback”
Globally, the smart home market retracted in 2020 — for a number of obvious reasons. The category is expected to more than make up for it in 2021.
Nationwide Marketing Group and TBI Partner to Bring Affordable Business Technology Services to Retailers
Nationwide members can receive free, zero-commitment analysis from TBI for commonly used services, including phone, internet, managed IT and more.
Independent Channel Comes Together for Service Leaders Network Conference
During the Service Leaders Network Conference, Nationwide opened the virtual doors to hundreds of servicing dealers across North America — all looking for training and education to improve and streamline their service departments.
NMG Index Bumps Up a Half-Point in July
Independent retail confidence edged up slightly in the July NMG Index report. This month’s survey brings to a close the first full year of the NMG Index.
Nationwide Marketing Group Signs Point-of-Sale Partnership with Myriad Software
Agreement adds Myriad Software to Nationwide’s growing list of preferred POS vendors, allowing the software to integrate into the PriMetrix suite of tools.
AT&T Program Gives Independent Retailers Many Ways to Sell Connected Services
Driven by member feedback, Nationwide Marketing Group’s Connected Services program has continued to evolve in ways that make selling AT&T’s products and services even easier for the independent retailer.
NKBA Gets Set for First-Ever Luxury Kitchen Summit
Grounded in new research, the NKBA Summit: Luxury Defined will explore the meaning of luxury today, how to work with high net-worth clients, key style elements of elevated living, and more.
Status Update: Where Are All the New Chip Factories?
New chipset factories are supposed to help ease the burden of the ongoing chip shortage. So, where are they?
NMG Index Levels Off in June After Strong Two-Month Run
Inventory challenges, reopened economy pushes Independent retail confidence down slightly heading into June. But NMG Index still checked in with the third-highest month on record.