

Agility is key
Yvonne OrgillBMA CEO Yvonne Orgill says agility is an essential ingredient when improving business

Lighting the future
Michael LinskySensio MD Michael Linsky explains the importance of LED lights

How are people searching for kitchen and bathroom retailers?
Rosie AkenheadYelp's Rosie Akenhead shares tips on getting your business found online

Making effective use of giveaways at exhibition stands
Richard EdwardsRichard Edwards, of Quatreus, says businesses should align freebies with key objectives
Why consumers must be independent minded to get the kitchen of their dreams
Bill MillerKBBG MD Bill Miller explains why independent retailers stand out from nationals

Marketing is the lifeblood of our industry
Yvonne OrgillBMA CEO Yvonne Orgill says efficient and effective marketing is 'crucial to our future'

Retailers are bonkers not to sell bedrooms
Graham JonesMereway Group sales and marketing director Graham Jones explains the benefits of adding bedrooms to showrooms
Showrooming could be an opportunity for retailers
Gareth GriffithsHeritage Bathrooms general manager Gareth Griffiths says specialists can convert the sale in store

Industry conferences are a good way to spend your time
Graham HaydenFormer KBSA CEO Graham Hayden explains the benefits of attending events

Why lead times are key
Matt EarleRobert Lee director Matt Earle stresses the importance of distributors delivering a speedy service

Why adopting the ‘pay it forward’ culture can help your business to succeed
Robert ClarkKitchen Door Workshop MD Robert Clark explains why providing customers with additional support can differentiate businesses in a crowded market

How sustainable is the recovery that we are experiencing?
Graham JonesNot everything in the garden is rosy, says Graham Jones of Mereway Group
Make the very best of your second-best asset
Bill MillerKBBG MD Bill Miller stresses the importance of a presentable showroom
How to go from toddler to teenager in online marketing
Elliot AdamsYelp communications manager Elliot Adams explains how small businesses can use their online profile to attract and maintain customers
Design is a part of the sales process
Richard MossRichard Moss responds to Rob Mascari's open letter to the industry, and has his say on the issue of industry training