Cost efficiency is a crucial element in warehouse management. Several factors affect where expenditures go and by looking at these factors, you can lower the overall expenses of your warehouse and improve its efficiency. Equip Workforce with Essential Resources Labour costs commonly account for the majority of warehouse expenses. Hourly labour rates have increased over ... Read more
Safety, durability and quality are all crucial features in the retail industry. With the large volume of equipment they regularly handle, retailers need robust solutions that will optimise current operations. As warehouses strive to adopt the latest technologies, businesses and retailers invest in commercial shelving systems that increase efficiency. For retailers that do not have the floor ... Read more
For retail stores, presentation is everything. If your storefront is unattractive, it’s less likely that customers will enter your store. Consider using various shop fittings to make your store look more functional and aesthetically appealing for your customers. You can use high-quality shelving, sales counters and display systems to create a floor plan that helps ... Read more
From dress shops like Miss Smith’s Closet to global jewellers like Tiffany & Co, each store has a different approach to interior design and layout. But take a closer look, and you will find similar patterns or design strategies. From the walls to floor space, well-designed retail spaces can direct the customer around the store, ... Read more
Without a proper storage area, books take up the space meant for other things. You might end up putting them in boxes or drawers, where they would be buried and forgotten. You didn’t buy those books to be hidden from view, though; they’re better off placed somewhere you can easily reach. The best way to ... Read more
There are products that sell themselves and products that don’t. In times when money gets tight, the number of products that don’t sell themselves increases. To help you counter retail dry spells – or prevent them from happening altogether – our shopfitting experts share the basics of visual merchandising. Why the Need for Visual Merchandising? ... Read more
Many people are excited by the prospect of huge savings from second-hand pallet racking. But as with anything second-hand, you should always be aware of the risks that come with the purchase. Therefore, before deciding whether to buy new or old, one should be adept at assessing the quality of the second-hand racking on offer. ... Read more
A professional and independent pallet racking inspection for your warehouse is one of the best ways to reduce legal risks and ensure your employees are safe. Regular inspection and repair of your racking system is a vital element of warehouse management. Industry experts suggest that inspections must be carried out at least once a year. Don’t Ignore ... Read more
As a retail store owner, you maximise your use of floor and wall space through various store displays and fixtures. Managing your store’s space is crucial for organised and functional storage. To manage your store’s space efficiently, consider using shop fittings that maximise your products on display and minimise obstacles for customers who want to ... Read more
Contrary to popular belief, brick and mortar stores aren’t dead. Although it is common nowadays for businesses to begin as physical stores and eventually expand into e-commerce, that isn’t always the case. E-commerce giant Amazon, for instance, has been dabbling in physical retail since 2015. Amazon is the biggest online store in the world yet ... Read more
