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First Avenue Team - A Day In The Life
First Avenue is an Associated Independent Stores Member-only exclusive womenswear range, and the team...
05 Feb 2024 • 5 min read
The 5 R’s Of Retail Merchandising
Explore the 5 R's of Retail Merchandising in our latest blog post, a comprehensive guide to retail...
Tom Wheatcroft
22 Jan 2024 • 2 min read
Understanding Retail Merchandising
Retail merchandising can benefit your store and bring in extra revenue but how does it work? Read here...
20 Dec 2023 • 5 min read
AIS News
AIS Leadership Unveiled: Meet the faces striving for success
Collectively, our Board represents a powerhouse of expertise, each member contributing a unique set of...
11 Dec 2023 • 2 min read
Buying Furniture for Independent Retailers
Buying furniture for your independent retail store can be a difficult task but in this blog, we’ll...
01 Dec 2023 • 5 min read
Elevating Womenswear: Unveiling four exceptional suppliers for every occasion
In the everchanging landscape of womenswear, finding the perfect blend of style, comfort, and ethical...
Adam Dee
29 Nov 2023 • 3 min read
AIS News
AIS Collaboration Day 2023 - Round Up
Welcome to a round-up of our first ever Collaboration Day where we all got together to see the...
Adam Dee
31 Oct 2023 • 3 min read
AIS News
INDX Shows
NEW for 2024 - Introducing INDX National Flooring Show
The Buying Groups National Flooring Show (BGNFS) sees an overhaul for 2024, re-launching as the INDX...
25 Oct 2023 • 2 min read
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
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
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
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