April 24, 2024
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Retail

The Difference Between a Wholesaler and a Distributor – Which works better for your business?

Claire Shaw07 mins

Wholesalers and distributors both buy and sell goods in bulk. Wholesalers buy goods either directly from manufacturers or via distributors. They are, however, completely independent from their suppliers. Distributors only buy goods directly from manufacturers with which they have an agreed contract. This distinction has several implications. To explain the difference, Claire Shaw of SOS Wholesale shares…

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Supermarket retailers are developing their own seller brands which are competing with product brands.

Wholesale VS Retail: What’s The Difference? How the Emergence of Drop Shipping & Other Business Models is Affecting them Both?

Claire Shaw011 mins

Traditionally, wholesalers sold to businesses and retailers sold to end customers. Now, those boundaries are becoming somewhat blurred. Some wholesalers are opening up to consumers. Some retailers are becoming more like wholesalers. In general, however, wholesalers still tend to sell in larger quantities and at a lower cost than retailers. This leads to major differences…

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Small Retail Business

Small Retail Companies Should Watch And Learn From Big Brands

Marty Huggins06 mins

Owners of singular stores or small chains may think that they can successfully run a business without paying attention to similar areas to that of larger retail brands, but this is not necessarily true. Despite focusing on different areas of the retail market, owners of small businesses can benefit from mirroring some of the ways…

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Modern Retail Marketing

Effective Marketing In The Modern Retail Environment

Marty Huggins05 mins

Putting your best foot forward in the retail environment can help your company boost its visibility and increase sales for your products. Your marketing strategy should encompass a wide array of activities that include the following: • Traditional and Internet advertising campaigns • Product packaging • Retail product placement By creating an integrated approach to…

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