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Big Box’s Moment is Independent Retail’s Opportunity
The first few weeks of the new year have provided anything but a mental reset for big box retail – meanwhile, independents are seizing the opportunity.
Are QR Codes the New Barcode?
Global manager of barcode standards, GS1, says QR codes could replace barcodes as early as 2027. But is this feasible across all industries?
How Much is Too Much Personalization?
AI makes it easier than ever to personalize marketing automations, but are brands’ tactics making customers feel valued or pushing them away?
Analysis Shows NMG Dealers Outperformed Rest of Retail Industry in November
November was a strong month for the retail industry – and e-commerce in particular. Even still, NMG dealers saw their performance rise above the strong industry-wide numbers.
2025 Predictions: What’s Next for Housing and Grocery Prices?
Take a look at industry leaders’ predictions for inflation and interest rates in 2025 — and the potential impacts on Independent retail.
The Google Game Show You Didn’t Know You Needed to Watch
Google Shopping upped its game in 2024 — both figuratively and literally with an ad campaign centered around a celebrity game show.
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244: EDSTV Opens Their Doors and Sheds Light on an Evolving Business
To remain in business for nearly 40 years in the electronics and custom integration space, a business needs – and its people – need to understand what it means to evolve and adapt. That’s exactly what Jim Fossile, owner of EDSTV in the suburbs of Philadelphia, has done in a variety of ways.
243: Julie Burns Gives a Luxury Appliance Update and Talks About Monogram’s Creative Partnerships
A lot has transpired since Julie Burns, Executive Director of Monogram, was last on the podcast over three years ago! We dive into the current (and future) state of the luxury appliance market and look at some of the truly creative and innovative partnerships Monogram has launched over the past year.
242: Bringing Cybersecurity Awareness Beyond a Single Month with NMG’s VP of Technology Bryan Aller
Cybersecurity is a topic that’s incredibly worthy of discussion no matter what month the calendar says it is, and that’s exactly why we sat down with NMG’s VP of IT & Technology Bryan Aller outside of October to talk about it.
241: NMG’s Frank Sandtner Shares the Latest Updates on ENERGY STAR and the Inflation Reduction Act
It was a busy third quarter for the Business & Financial Services team, especially around the ENERGY STAR initiative and keeping members up to date on the Inflation Reduction Act.
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