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5 Ways Small Businesses Can Manage Supply Chain Issues

Wiser

As a small business owner, managing supply chain issues is nothing new. Because smaller retailers cannot always order in bulk or far in advance like many larger retailers do, any supply chain disruptions are often felt faster and stronger by small businesses.

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Google Rolls Out New Tools to Help Merchants Stand Out on Search

Retail TouchPoints

Just in the time for the holiday shopping season, Google is debuting new features to help merchants capture consumers’ attention in search results, including a small business “tag,” generative AI tools for product imagery and a more detailed business information module in search results. The tools will be available first to U.S.

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Instacart Woos SMBs with Free Year of Instacart+ and Cash-Back Rewards

Retail TouchPoints

Seeking to bring in more small business clients, Instacart is making a limited time offer that will give SMBs in the U.S. Businesses have until Oct. We’re now taking it a step further by offering free Instacart+ to small businesses in the U.S. and Canada free access to Instacart+ for a year.

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Visa, Mastercard Settlement Represents Major Victory in Merchants’ Fight Against Swipe Fees

Retail TouchPoints

By negotiating directly with merchants, we have reached a settlement with meaningful concessions that address true pain points small businesses have identified,” said Kim Lawrence, President, North America at Visa in a statement. The settlement is subject to final approval by the Eastern District Court of New York.

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Best Appointment Scheduling Apps for Small Business

Ecommerce Platforms

The best appointment scheduling apps for small business allow for quick bookings online, simple organization on the backend, and automated notifications for confirmations, cancellations, and modifications. What is a Small Business Appointment Scheduling App? Best Appointment Scheduling Apps for Small Business.

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Return Policy Template For a Retail Business: A Guide For Retail Business Owners

Korona

If the store has a return policy with clearly defined return or exchange terms in advance, it eliminates any confusion in the minds of customers and staff. . A return policy is not only important to better regulate exchange and return conditions, but it can also give you an edge over the competition. What is a return policy?

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Return Policy Template For a Retail Business: A Guide For Retail Business Owners

Korona

If the store has a return policy with clearly defined return or exchange terms in advance, it eliminates any confusion in the minds of customers and staff. . A return policy is not only important to better regulate exchange and return conditions, but it can also give you an edge over the competition. What is a return policy?