AIS and Industry News
The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.
Trade Show Networking Tips
Trade shows are a great way to connect with other people within the industry you work which is why...
15 Sep 2023 • 5 min read
AIS and INDX Shows sponsor the 2023 Drapers Independents Awards
Associated Independent Stores and its INDX Shows, are delighted to support the 2023 Drapers...
31 Aug 2023 • 1 min read
AIS Managing Director on judging panel celebrating The Furniture Makers’ Company 60th Anniversary
To celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2023, The Furniture Makers’ Company has launched a special...
29 Aug 2023 • 2 min read
The Purchasing Power of a Buying Group
With businesses looking for every opportunity to stay ahead of their competitors, joining a buying...
22 Aug 2023 • 4 min read
Hints & Tips: Product Merchandising Guide
In the fast-paced world of retail, product merchandising is crucial for attracting customers & driving...
15 Aug 2023 • 3 min read
Proud to Sponsor 2023 STARS Best Shop Awards
AIS is proud to be supporting the annual ‘Stars Best Shop Awards’, an industry event which will take...
10 Aug 2023 • 2 min read
AIS Win Readers Choice Award – Best Buying Group
We are delighted to announce that Associated Independent Stores (AIS) have been awarded winners of...
09 Aug 2023 • 2 min read
AIS Win Industry Voted Award
Associated Independent Stores (AIS) and its Furniture team are delighted to have won the Best Buying...
07 Aug 2023 • 2 min read
July 2023 INDX Trade Shows
July is a busy month for INDX trade shows, with the INDX kids, INDX men and INDX woman trade show all...
27 Jul 2023 • 3 min read
AIS industry experts talk all things Barbie
With ‘Barbie-core’ reigniting nostalgia with parents and grandparents, and reaching new audiences, our...
25 Jul 2023 • 3 min read
What is Retail Buying?
Retail buying is a critical role for buying groups. They purchase the right products at discount...
19 Jul 2023 • 3 min read
Top Reasons to Exhibit at a Toy Trade Show
Trade shows are far from easy to navigate but in this article, we’ll be focusing on the benefits of...
12 Jul 2023 • 4 min read
Buying Group vs Group Purchasing Organisation
Businesses are always looking for ways to reduce costs which is why we look at buying groups and group...
03 Jul 2023 • 4 min read
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Market Leading Bed Brands Take Centre Stage at AIS Beds Winter Showcase
The Member-only AIS Beds Winter Showcase at Cranmore Park on 30-31 August 2023, brings together market...
22 Jun 2023 • 2 min read
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Trend Alert: What You Need to Know About the Latest Kidswear Trends
INDX Kids takes a closer look at the latest trends in children's fashion and what's motivating...
21 Jun 2023 • 4 min read
INDX Sports & Leisure June 2023
Join us in June for the INDX Sports & Leisure trade show, held at Cranmore Park. Discover what to...
19 Jun 2023 • 2 min read