Business Development Managers (BDMs) (also known as Regional Managers/State Managers) have a lot of responsibility on their shoulders. Overseeing sales and operations, tracking sales targets, hiring, training and supervising store managers as well as organising and adjusting inventory across all … Read More
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Remote Teams – a guide to promotional catalogue collaboration
Over the past few days we here at Last Yard have seen some of the amazing things that people are doing to help each other get through these challenging and unpredictable times. We have been talking to our customers this … Read More
SignIQ re-branding as Last Yard
Over the last 15 years, SignIQ has had the privilege of working with thousands of retailers to improve their in store ticketing process and we have loved every moment of that journey. But we believe we could achieve more for … Read More
The Benefits of a Managed Print Service for in-store Retail Ticketing
A frequent obstacle when it comes to carrying out the retail ticketing process in-store is the perceived cost of printing. To avoid these costs, head offices and individual stores will opt for centralised printing, often on pre-printed card stock. This … Read More
The Last Yard of Retail in 2020
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. The last yard has long presented the biggest struggle for retailers. The last step in the supply chain, the last yard represents the movement of products … Read More
Creating in-store experiences with digital signage
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. Many brick-and-mortar retailers are starting to work on creating distinct in-store experience to better connect with their customers and to differentiate from competitors including eCommerce competitors. … Read More
The Psychology of Discounts
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. Humans seem to be wired to love getting a bargain. They hunt them out and make purchases based on the bargain, even when it is not … Read More
7 ways to increase your pharmacy’s sales
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. Years gone by have seen tremendous change to the Pharmacy Industry. Chemist Warehouse has continued to expand their ever-growing empire, Supermarkets are stocking larger ranges of pharmacy … Read More
Digital shelf edge innovation in retail
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. Recently showcased by the partnership between US retailer Kroger and Microsoft, digital shelf edge imagery is now a reality. The digital shelf edge label (DSEL) is … Read More
5 key considerations when fitting your store
Since making this blog post, SignIQ has changed its name to Last Yard. Whether you are fitting or refitting your store, it is essential to keep the customer experience in mind during the process. Companies try everything they can to … Read More