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08/01/2007 - Impulse Is Key To Kiosk Sales
Merchandising from a kiosk or cart, more than from an inline mall store, relies on getting attention and stopping passersby in their tracks.

08/01/2007 - Army Navy Expo
A brand new show, the Army Navy Military Expo, will make its debut at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, August 12-14.

07/01/2007 - Tested Programs Spell Kiosk Success
Kiosk programs that have been market tested provide prospective kiosk and cart operators with more than product.

07/01/2007 - Poker Glasses
DELTA HOLDINGS INC. offers Hide & See Poker Glasses. They are sports frames with polarized sunglass lenses, but contain a non polarized clear insert in the portion of the lens where a bifocal would normally go.

07/01/2007 - Fridge Funnel
SGB INNOVATIONS LLC introduces Fridge Funnel, a handy funnel that allows people to fill big vessels directly from the refrigerator door's water and ice dispenser.

07/01/2007 - Fashion Accessories Grow Sales
Imagine growing every sales transaction by a percentage or more. That's the potential represented by adding fashion accessories to the merchandise mix.

06/01/2007 - Retailers Gain Edge Online
Wholesale websites have transformed the buying process for many independent retailers.

06/01/2007 - Register Stand Saves Retailers Space
One of the biggest problems for most independent retailers is space, or more accurately, the lack of it.

06/01/2007 - Flexible Programs Drive Kiosk Sales
Kiosks devoted to multiple product categories, can generate sales and profits at holiday time. But what does a kiosk vendor do after the holiday lights come down?

05/01/2007 - Where's My Beer?
RC PRODUCTS LLC introduces Beer Pager, a cup holder and remote device that causes the beverage container to light up and make a noise, so it can be located quickly.

05/01/2007 - Versatile Walking Stick
SIRIUS COMFORT BODY LLC introduces the StiGuard walking stick, which offers multiple features that add safety and convenience at a touch of a switch.

05/01/2007 - Sweet Smelling Feet
AROMA SOCKS LLC introduces Aroma Socks, which are infused with a choice of 12 different scents. They are made in Australia of 80 percent cotton and 20 percent nylon, and offered in sizes for children, women and men.

05/01/2007 - Skate Buds
2 MONKEY TRADING LLC introduces Skate Buds, strap on heel skates that easily strap to most sport shoes, providing an affordable alternative to sneaker skates.

05/01/2007 - Pets Peek Thru Fences
BEST FRIENDS CARE LLC introduces Pet Peek, designed for installation into wooden fences, in order to allow dogs to view the passing scene.

05/01/2007 - Choosing The Right Products & Location
Kiosk and cart vendors often find themselves in a Catch 22 situation. They need a prime location in order to draw the traffic that maximizes sales.

04/01/2007 - Troubles Mount From Data Breach
The extent of the damage from the breach of personal data contained in TJX Company's computer systems has yet to be fully quantified.

04/01/2007 - TMX Elmo Is Top Toy
The Toy Industry Association singled out 11 toys as the most innovative of the past year at its seventh annual Toy of the Year (TOTY) awards ceremony, which preceded the American International Toy Fair in New York.

04/01/2007 - Small Wholesalers' Marketing Tips
The inventory is all set and the website is complete, so all that is left is to flip the switch and go live.

04/01/2007 - Housewares Unhurt by Housing Slump
The housewares market has not suffered from a softening of the housing market, according to the International Housewares Association.

04/01/2007 - Apparel Niches Boost Profits
While fashion apparel is notoriously fickle, there are some niche apparel categories that drive sales full steam ahead.

03/01/2007 - Tips for Spring Sales
It's never too late to restart your business, and spring is a critical time for retailers to do so. Here are ten tips from experts for business owners to grow additional sales:

03/01/2007 - Strategic Web Planning
Many online retailers, big and small, operate without a strategic plan. This is a mistake, according to industry experts.

03/01/2007 - NY Gift Cash And Carry Show
The spring 2007 edition of the New York Gift Cash & Carry(r) Show...Gifts to Go(r), is an ideal buying opportunity for retailers, offering timely inventory restocking options in advance of the summer selling season.

03/01/2007 - Most Competitive Retailer
UPS was found to be the most competitive retailer, in a new study called, "New Dynamics That Create and Build Retailer Competitive Advantage."

03/01/2007 - Empathy Engine Serves Customers
Could an idea as old and familiar as good customer service really be a new challenge for business?

02/01/2007 - Sunglasses Sales Shine All Year
Once considered a seasonal category, sunglasses are now hot sellers year round, regardless of climate and geographic location, according to suppliers.

02/01/2007 - Personalize Web Shopping
Personalization techniques can not only help an online retailer get more customers, it can also build loyalty and add to tickets by cross selling and getting more shoppers to trade up.

01/01/2007 - Private Label Revolution
No longer just cheap alternatives, private labels represent 20 percent of U.S. retail sales. JC Penney, Target and Wal-Mart are just some of the retailers that have recently announced increased emphasis on private label merchandise.