The Budding Shop Owner: Launch Your Retail Business


Office Depot, Senior Manager

February 07, 2017

 

If you've decided to lay aside your former career and pour your heart into your own retail business, be it a boutique or a hardware store, you need a few essential supplies to get started. How do you set up a check-out area, item displays and a shop front that wow customers without going over your budget?

 

Start with your checkout counter, finding a reliable cash register, cash box and price scanner for a quick and easy buying process. You also need shopping bags, boxes and packing supplies for sending customers home with their purchases. Custom-printed bags aren't necessary, but customers appreciate the eco-friendly touch of paper bags. Use a labeler for a speedy pricing process, and utilize color-coded item tags to draw attention to sales.

 

Don't forget to print out some colorful banners to help new customers discover your shop. For a special touch, stock up on promotional items such as water bottles or pens to help customers remember your store. Office Depot's expert team has hand-picked all the products you need to transform an empty shop into the store of your dreams.


Make a Statement

Your business card should reflect the personality of your business. Make a statement about your brand, and create a powerful first impression by designing the ideal business card.

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Leave a Lasting Impression

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Two-Sided Business Cards

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Make an Appointment with Success

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Ring It Up

Keep your customers' transactions simple and clear by providing receipts at point of purchase. Make it easy for your customers to buy exactly what they want anywhere in the store when you give your sales associates point-of-sale devices.

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Square Up for a Sale

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Pack It to Go

Your merchandise deserves an appropriate package. Whether you need gift bags, shopping bags, gift boxes or food boxes, the right packaging can show customers you care. Choose bags and boxes that customers are proud to be seen carrying.

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Think Pink With These Totes

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Mark Your Discounts

Keep sale merchandise clearly labeled and accessible by using price markers and labels. A wide variety of tagging devices makes it easy for you to stay up-to-date with a quickly changing marketplace.

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Tag Up and Start Selling

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Print Your Product Particulars

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Working With Cash

Keep your cash safe and give your customers multiple payment options by choosing the cash boxes that work for you. Choose cash and coin handling options that let your sales associates sort money and make change quickly.

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Protect Your Investment

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Put Your Name Out Into the World

Promotional products help bring attention to your business. Add your name and logo to water bottles, flash drives or pens to let your customers spread the word that you're open for business.

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Quench Your Branding Thirst

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Uncork Some Business

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