Palmer Retail Solutions Blog

Whatever you display in the way of Valentine’s Day merchandise, be sure you have plenty in stock. This is the shopping holiday most famous for last-minute shopping. Even the most gloriously decorated store windows and fixtures can’t do their magic...

We’ve all heard the phrase “merchandise that sells itself.” Don’t you wish your store could be filled with things like that? Well, you're in luck – these tips to choose the best merchandise for your store will help you get closer to that delightful...

The world of retail is certainly exciting, but it’s also challenging. Success takes fortitude and smart planning. One of the first things you’ll need to decide is which retail business model makes the most sense for you. These 6 tips will help.

Display units are more than furniture, they provide the functional structure for your store’s layout. And even though they serve primarily as background and support for your merchandise, their aesthetic role is undeniable. So knowing when it’s time...

It’s a brand new year, bringing new hopes and expectations for your retail store. What will it take to grow and thrive in 2016? No matter your store size or product line, you’ll need to ride the crest of key retail trends to attract and impress...

Retail end caps naturally attract shoppers. Filled with the right merchandise, they’re proven winners, all year long. Four types of merchandise are considered ideal for end caps. Valentine’s Day merchandise is the perfect choice, because it fits...

No sooner are the throes of your ultra-busy holiday season behind you than it’s time to toss another ball into the air. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. No rest from juggling frazzled shoppers and weary sales associates – it’s time to...

No one heads off to work hoping that today is the day they get to scrub store fixtures from top to bottom. Unfortunately, though, looking sharp is key to attracting and keeping customers, so clean you must. Retail end cap displays are sales gold...

By the time the holiday rush is over, your retail store fixtures may be looking as bedraggled as you feel. In fact, your entire store is no doubt ready for a makeover. While you might think of post-holiday rehab as an early form of intense “spring...

If you’ve done a great job of marketing and merchandising for this holiday season, you will undoubtedly attract shoppers new to your store. Will they love their entire in-store experience as well as your selection? That’s the way to retain...