Palmer Retail Solutions Blog

If you’ve been thinking slatwall fixtures are only for certain types of stores, you might want to think again. Slatwall fixtures are so good-looking and versatile, people are even using them in their homes. So, would adding these display units work...

As if there wasn’t enough to think about from a merchandising perspective, successful retail management requires you to build a strong team of people, too. Yet most managers in this industry come to their positions without a formal degree in retail....

Whether you're talking about major display fixtures or props or just helping out a worthwhile non-profit with a donation box, custom acrylic fabrication can transform your store. It’s amazing what you can do, even with something as seemingly simple...

How you decorate your store and your individual displays can have a profound effect on your sales. The year-end holidays are a season of excess in many ways, making it harder than ever to stand out. The key is to use your retail display tables to...

With the holidays virtually upon us, this is no time for retailers to let down their guard. The busier your store is, the more inviting it is to thieves. So ‘tis the season to look at trends in retail theft prevention that can help ensure your...

Arrrrgh! All businesses have to deal with difficult customers from time to time, but in retail, this situation is so common that sales associates should receive special training in dealing with difficult people. Ideally, you want every customer to...

The floor plans that work best to create easy traffic flow depend on your type of retail store. Customers have somewhat different intentions heading into a grocery or big box store than they do in a boutique or jewelry store. Sometimes shopping is...

The key to building the perfect retail wall display is versatility. This is one of the most important aspects of all your visual merchandising. Your store has to look fresh and new, no matter how often customers shop — otherwise, your displays...

It’s that time of year again. The final quarter – one you hope is jam-packed with buying customers. However, increased traffic can also lead to increased concerns. Your kiosk is now more vulnerable than ever to theft from shoplifters and – sadly –...

How you display the merchandise in your store is as important as what you choose to sell. Even the most amazing products won’t move if you don’t entice shoppers to come in the door and keep them intrigued once they arrive. Without eye-catching...