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06/01/2009 - Western Style Expands
As the public's taste for western themed products increases, Western Express, a premier sUPplier of all things western, has added new designs to its existing inventory and also expanded to additional types of products.
06/01/2009 - Website Discounts Lux Home Goods
One Kings Lane makes its web debut as an invitation required, membership online shopping destination that offers deep discounts on designer home goods.
06/01/2009 - Simple Products: Simply Success
Six years ago, Simple Products exchanged complex product lines for a simpler philosophy.
06/01/2009 - Push to Repeal Shoe Tax
The National Retail Federation is pressing Congress to pass legislation that would eliminate tariffs on a wide range of low cost imported shoes.
06/01/2009 - Picking Kiosk Product Winners
While good salesmanship and dedication are essential ingredients to success with kiosks and carts, selecting the right product is critical to attracting attention and making sales.
06/01/2009 - Opportunity Knocks For Home Furnishings and Housewares
The market for home furnishings and housewares has been affected just as deeply by the recession as any other sector
06/01/2009 - Is Live Chat Right for You?
For those internet retailers who may feel they have their hands full dealing with their customers...
06/01/2009 - Grab and Go Green
In these uncertain times, when retailers are not always sure what the latest trend or fad is for consumers to get excited about, one thing is certain; people need to eat and they love to snack.
06/01/2009 - Adding Motors to Bikes
BIRDDOG DISTRIBUTING offers engine kits for motorizing regular bicycles. There are three different versions, and all come individually boxed and include full instructions for do it yourself installation.
06/01/2009 - 4 Ways to Increase ROI of Your PPC Campaigns
Many see running a profitable paid search campaign as an art.
05/01/2009 - X-ing Signs
KC CREATIONS INC. offers X-ing Signs that replicate the yellow road signs, such as deer crossing, often seen along the highway.
05/01/2009 - Versatile Lemonade Stand
CARDBOARDESIGN offers approximately 50 different products, including nine for kids, all made of recycled, recyclable cardboard.
05/01/2009 - Towel Cakes
ONE & ONLY FIGURES has developed 18 different Towel Cakes, which are designs of washcloths that are configured to look just like cakes and other desserts, which makes them ideal gifts and favors.
05/01/2009 - Safe Water from Ech20
ECOUSABLE INC. introduces Ech20, a 25 ounce stainless steel water bottle with a built in filtration system.
05/01/2009 - Safe Kiosks and Profits From Security
Securing a kiosk or cart against theft, especially during off hours, is an important consideration that can be addressed with an affordable closed circuit television system.
05/01/2009 - Pumgo Scooter
LAND SURF INC. introduces Pumgo, a scooter that takes its name from its pump and go operation.
05/01/2009 - Profit From Anchor Closings
Traffic and business in small shops can suffer if they're located near a large retailer that has closed its doors. There are strategies, however, that give smaller retailers opportunities.
05/01/2009 - Postage From Your PC
Take three mechanical engineers from Stanford providing consulting services to the USPS Facilities department, expand their contributions to other areas, including mail operations...
05/01/2009 - Jewelry and Watches Shine Online
Diamonds, as 007 would have it, may be forever. But diamond sales are a different matter.
05/01/2009 - Increasing Average Orders
Generating more revenue for your online store is undoubtedly one of the most important long term goals of any business owner.
05/01/2009 - Home Fish Hatchery
GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL offers Easy-Hatch, a home aquarium that accommodates fish embryos that hatch live Killifish.
05/01/2009 - Grip N Sip
J & A RAPAPORT LTD. introduces the patent pending Grip 'N Sip, a device that snaps onto a beverage can.
05/01/2009 - Controlling and Reducing Fulfillment Costs
We all know we're in a tough business climate.
05/01/2009 - Yackle Balls
TTALF TOYS has extended its line of Yackle Ball, the X shape aerodynamic toy that makes playing catch easy and fun, for people of all ages.
05/01/2009 - Bling Strands for Hair
BLING STRANDS offers Bling Strands, which are strands of colorful synthetic hair that attach easily to real hair to give it added spark.
05/01/2009 - Animal Card Game
MATTER GROUP offers the Xeko series of trading card games that are designed to educate kids about animals and biodiversity.
04/01/2009 - Editor's Hot Product Picks April 2009
Editors Hot Products from the April 2009 issue of Web Wholesaler Magazine.
04/01/2009 - Three Big eCommerce Tips
With the economic crisis forcing small business owners to slash costs, while trying to build UP sales and revenue, ecommerce is increasingly seen as an attractive market environment.
04/01/2009 - Stimulus Bill Falls Short
The government's economic stimulus plan doesn't include many provisions that directly benefit small businesses, according to economists.
04/01/2009 - Smoking Without Fire
SMOKE ANYWHERE introduces two forms of an electric cigarette.
04/01/2009 - Small Electronics
While the economic slowdown has had obvious, far ranging effects on many wholesale and retail sectors, it's actually been a boon for many wholesalers specializing in small electronics.
04/01/2009 - Sites Wield Influence
User reviews and recommendations on online retail sites are more useful for typical web shoppers who plan to reduce the amount of money they spend on a variety of products, according to a recent study.
04/01/2009 - Roth's Choice
This company specializes in closeouts of name brand personal hair care products, including blow driers and curling irons.
04/01/2009 - Payments From Bank Accounts
A new payment system called Mazooma enables online shoppers to pay directly from their bank accounts.
04/01/2009 - Landlords Loosen UP
Better late than never seems to be the new theme for retail landlords. Instead of simply evicting struggling tenants, several retail developer/managers are deferring rents to maintain occUPancy levels.
04/01/2009 - Innovative Products at Silver Streak
Mike Mallon, CEO of Silver Streak Ind., knows how to help his customers move product.
04/01/2009 - Green is Recession Proof
Despite concerns over the economy, 82 percent of consumers indicate they are buying products conceived to be environmentally friendly.
04/01/2009 - Fun For Kids From Peabodys
The card kits sold by Peabody's Toys That Teach Inc., are a product waiting to explode.
04/01/2009 - Framing Kiosks for Success
Two sUPpliers of products for kiosks and carts frame their programs (literally) for attracting attention and generating sales. They are Roseys Unique Products in Monroe, NC and Specialty Retail Sales, based in Rio Rancho, NM.
04/01/2009 - Duke Blankets Bedding Market
Seven years ago, Duke Imports set UP business, primarily to wholesale acrylic blankets, comforters and quilts with its own "mink" blankets at the core.
04/01/2009 - Discounters Reign
Consumers will continue to be more focused on discounts and essentials, putting discount and warehouse stores in a better position than luxury and UPScale apparel chains this year.
04/01/2009 - Dakota Steel Art For Wind Spinners
Wind spinners have come a long way from their origin. In the Thirties, they were called wind twirlers, and were similar to a vertical windmill, in that a single twisted piece of metal was angled into the wind.
04/01/2009 - Build Loyalty Inside and Out
Building loyalty among customers, prospects and employees doesn't have to cost a dime.
04/01/2009 - Apparel Bargains & Trends
It is no secret that consumers are scrutinizing every expenditure. Price matters when it comes to selling apparel in this market, according to sUPpliers across a broad spectrum.
04/01/2009 - 3 Most Important Web Pages
To be successful in ecommerce, you need to be proactive, not passive.
03/01/2009 - Web Sales Rising
Despite the recession, online retail sales will likely keep climbing in 2009.
03/01/2009 - Warm Mouse Is Hot
The Warm Mouse is a product born to an instant market. It is the type of product every retailer wants to carry, because it is unlikely to stay on the shelf.
03/01/2009 - Variety And Service Are Priority At Mid-America Liquidators
With 350 years of aggregated experience among its top level management team, Mid-America Liquidators...
03/01/2009 - Value Price Expo Expands
On the heels of its success in Las Vegas in May 2008 and again in New York this January, Value Price Expo has added a fourth show to its annual roster, reports Alan Paggao, marketing director.
03/01/2009 - U.S. Ecommerce Comeback Seen by 2010
Ecommerce in the United States is expected to climb back to last year's levels by 2010 after experiencing slowing growth in 2009 due to the recession, a research groUP said recently.
