Retail stores are constantly trying to figure out ways to get people through the door. It can be a tough challenge despite its simplistic nature, especially in our digital age when everything and everyone is fighting to capture someone’s attention. Keep reading to learn some tips and tricks to attract customers into your store. Offer … Continue reading →

The back-to-school season changes each year as a new wave of college students storm the dorms and flock to campus bookstores to get what they need. We’ve compiled a list of trends to expect for the 2025 back-to-school season so you can stay ahead of the curve and meet your sales goals. The Time is … Continue reading →

It often feels like an impossible task to get a leg up in a campus retail store. Every year brings new trends, new products, and a new set of students with new preferences to cater to. It can be seriously overwhelming! Thankfully, the Douglas Stewart Company keeps its finger on the pulse to track the … Continue reading →

The campus bookstore is an important part of any college or university. It serves as a hub for commerce, community, and knowledge. The target customer audience for any campus bookstore is, of course, students. It’s important that the student shoppers in your store have positive experiences with your store that will keep them coming back … Continue reading →

Merchandising is an extremely important aspect of your retail business that can lead to amazing success if properly executed. Discover tips about merchandising that you can start using in your store TODAY to maximize your resources while driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction. Start With the Window A great place to start beefing up your … Continue reading →

Placing product in your campus retail location sounds like a simple task, but there’s tons of thought that should go behind your placement decisions. Organizing the products in your retail space is a tricky yet important business aspect that can trip lots of people up unexpectedly. However, there are some tried-and-true ways you can employ … Continue reading →

Getting the layout of your store just right can be challenging. A good layout can help you better manage the flow of foot-traffic, attract more customers, and reach your sales quota. Alternatively, a bad store layout can do the exact opposite! It’s important to establish a store layout that works for you and helps you … Continue reading →

Making your store accessible to individuals with physical limitations is the right and legal thing to do. If your store needs some work done to be more accessible, consider implementing these tips and strategies. Ensure Physical Accessibility Ensure that any person, whether they’re an employee or a customer, can easily access your store’s entrance. Sometimes … Continue reading →

Disability Pride Month is an annual celebration each July meant to honor the achievements, contributions, and lived experiences of people living with disabilities. People with disabilities account for around 15% of the world’s population and represent people of all backgrounds regardless of race, age, sex, sexuality, or other factors. For able-bodied people, it’s easy to … Continue reading →

LGBTQ+ shoppers, like most other groups in our society, harbor unique consumer trends that set them apart from everyone else in the retail market. Keep reading to learn about specific trends for LGBTQ+ consumers. Value Independent and Locally Owned Businesses LGBTQ+ consumers are “value-conscious” shoppers who exhibit a strong support for independent and locally owned … Continue reading →