Stir Up Sales! Young Shoppers Crave Countertop Appliances

Stir Up Sales! Young Shoppers Crave Countertop Appliances

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Almost sixty-eight percent of Americans plan to buy a kitchen appliance this year. A recent YouGov poll indicates appliances are hot items among younger, urban audiences that are stocking new kitchens or following the latest cooking trends.
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Operating a Family Business Can be Rewarding and Challenging

Operating a Family Business Can be Rewarding and Challenging

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Working together in the family business has its ups and downs. While it can be rewarding and beneficial on many levels, the family dynamic brings unique challenges. Even before putting family in the mix, businesses can have serious conflicts that require the owner's immediate attention. When dealing with family members, it's critical to identify areas where the lines may get blurred between the family and business organizations
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Focus on What Matters in Downturns

Focus on What Matters in Downturns

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
“Hope for the best and be prepared for the worst.” Volatility and economic turbulence are never comfortable conditions for any business. Small and medium-sized operations are especially vulnerable since rising costs, tariffs, and fears of recession can be harmful on multiple levels. The same is true for consumers. When consumers feel pessimistic about the economy, they cut back on spending and ramp up their savings. Purchasing non-essential goods and completing large projects are typically postponed.
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Creating Harmony and Sales with In-store Music

Creating Harmony and Sales with In-store Music

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
What’s your favorite song? Music plays a vital role in creating harmonious in-store experiences. Store owners who decide not to get on board may consider music to be little more than background noise that serves no real purpose. However, the right combination of genres and songs can establish an emotional connection with shoppers and affect their purchasing decisions. Retailing in the digital age requires quickly getting customers’ attention and keeping them engaged as they shop.
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Loyal Customers are in Full Bloom at Independent Garden Centers

Loyal Customers are in Full Bloom at Independent Garden Centers

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
The power of plants can be magical, and their ability to create community among people who are passionate about growing and nurturing them is beautiful to behold. Avid gardeners who shop at garden centers seldom feel rushed to buy. They want to look, feel, and smell everything the center offers. Once they arrive, shoppers are more excited about the product selection than the cost of goods
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Smart Paint Thinks and Acts Differently

Smart Paint Thinks and Acts Differently

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Smart Paint Technology, an emerging field, is revolutionizing the paint industry! The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and response materials creates dynamic surfaces that respond to the environment. Unlike conventional paints, these coatings are far beyond making products aesthetically pleasing or offering basic protection. These technically advanced paints are imbued with nanotechnology, sensors, or specially formulated chemical compositions
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Futuristic Building Materials Transform the Industry

Futuristic Building Materials Transform the Industry

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Some buildings look fantastic! While people appreciate the innovative designs, we rarely think about the materials that go into building them. The profound transformation in the building materials industry is the reason many of these structures exist. Innovative materials are reshaping the construction industry. Building designs that were only possibilities are now a reality
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Updating Hardware Essentials Creates a Happy Home

Updating Hardware Essentials Creates a Happy Home

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Homeowners know buying the least expensive product isn't necessarily the best choice. Little things can make a home more comfortable and functional. Durability and quality are key factors in hardware purchases, as people don't want to buy costly items repeatedly. When customers pay more, they have confidence the item will last longer. Surprisingly, price is not the first consideration for DIYers.
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Rolling Out Autonomous Mobile Robots at Retail

Rolling Out Autonomous Mobile Robots at Retail

  • Posted by Wanda Lenoir
  • On August 26, 2025
  • Cutting Edge Products Magazine, Wanda Lenoir
Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are a relatively new fixture but expect to see more soon. Currently, Brain Corp, an autonomous tech company, has over 35,000 robots operating globally. In 2018 Walmart deployed scrubber robots to clean floors in a few hundred stores. Based on the success of the test, these robots now operate in every Walmart store.
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