Buying store fixtures factory direct? …Not so fast!

shelving factories have ceased production of some shelving accessories and are now selling direct only to major retailers

The days of buying factory direct retail fixtures are coming to an end. Gondola shelving manufacturers are changing their emphasis to larger corporate retailers and ceasing production of compatible merchandising accessories. Store Fixture Distributors like Midwest Retail Services are the solution to this paradigm shift. Continue ReadingBuying store fixtures factory direct? …Not so fast!

Why you should still be excited about email marketing

Another day, another marketing post, am I right? These days, it’s a challenge getting people excited about receiving yet another promotional email. How do we know this? We asked a Continue ReadingWhy you should still be excited about email marketing

Increase profits by installing Power Wings in your retail store

power wing display example

One of the easiest and most economical ways to add more merchandising space to your retail location is by adding Power Wings to your gondola shelving endcaps. Not only do these expand Continue ReadingIncrease profits by installing Power Wings in your retail store

Retail Reading List Round-up

There are a TON of industry news feeds to follow, even more email newsletter lists with retail news and opinion. We belong to a lot of those lists and thought Continue ReadingRetail Reading List Round-up

Beyond “Location, Location, Location”

So, you have a successful retail business and you want to grow, consequently, you are considering opening a new location. The old real estate adage “location, location, location” has merit, Continue ReadingBeyond “Location, Location, Location”