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AIS and Industry News

The latest updates from AIS and the retail industry.

The Difference Between Fashion Buying & Fashion Merchandising

The Difference Between Fashion Buying & Fashion Merchandising

When it comes to fashion, retail buying & retail merchandising are two separate, important roles....
07 Feb 2023   •   2 min read
INDX Toy & Gift Trade Show 2023

INDX Toy & Gift Trade Show 2023

Retail trade shows are a great place to connect with suppliers & discover new trends in your industry....
01 Feb 2023   •   2 min read
AIS Triumphs at the Toy Industry Awards
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AIS Triumphs at the Toy Industry Awards

AIS scoop Special Recognition Award at The Toy Industry Awards 2023.
30 Jan 2023   •   2 min read
Supporting Independent Retailers With Homeware Buying

Supporting Independent Retailers With Homeware Buying

Being a member of AIS unlocks fantastic homeware buying benefits, from exclusive brands to expert...
20 Jan 2023   •   3 min read
Sue Kemp talks shop with Furniture News
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Sue Kemp talks shop with Furniture News

Sue Kemp catches up with furniture trade title, Furniture News, to talk how AIS is helping its Members...
18 Jan 2023   •   3 min read
February INDX Trade Shows
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February INDX Trade Shows

February is a busy month for INDX trade shows, with the INDX fashion, INDX home, INDX menswear and...
09 Jan 2023   •   3 min read
5 Reasons Trade Shows Are Important
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5 Reasons Trade Shows Are Important

There are many trade show benefits that businesses can experience when attending retail trade shows....
02 Jan 2023   •   3 min read
INDX Furniture, and INDX Kids Trade Shows in January 2023

INDX Furniture, and INDX Kids Trade Shows in January 2023

Join us in January for the INDX Furniture, and INDX Kids trade shows at Cranmore Park! Pick up all the...
28 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
What Are The Benefits Of Trade Shows?

What Are The Benefits Of Trade Shows?

Discover the range of trade show benefits your business can enjoy and how trade shows can help you...
21 Dec 2022   •   3 min read
Sue Kemp Reflects on a Year of Success for INDX Trade Shows
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Sue Kemp Reflects on a Year of Success for INDX Trade Shows

INDX welcomed over 6,500 retailers, and showcased other 1,800 market leading brands in 2022. Read more...
15 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
Host of New Exhibitors Join INDX Furniture Trade Show
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Host of New Exhibitors Join INDX Furniture Trade Show

Organised by AIS, its team of furniture experts reveal the exciting new exhibitors attending INDX...
14 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Welcomes New Home Supplier – Riva Home
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AIS Welcomes New Home Supplier – Riva Home

AIS Buying Group is delighted to announce Riva Home, one of the UK's leading suppliers of cushions,...
12 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
Supplier Benefits Of A Buying Group

Supplier Benefits Of A Buying Group

Supplying to buying groups has many benefits, from saving time to increasing revenue. Read more here.
07 Dec 2022   •   3 min read
AIS Members Attend a Royal Reception with HRH The King
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AIS Members Attend a Royal Reception with HRH The King

Two AIS Member Principals, attend a royal reception with HRH The King.
01 Dec 2022   •   2 min read
INDX Sports And Leisure 2022

INDX Sports And Leisure 2022

The INDX Sports And Leisure Trade Show is returning this December! Find out all the details, including...
28 Nov 2022   •   2 min read
AIS Appoints New Chair to Support Independent Retail to Thrive
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AIS Appoints New Chair to Support Independent Retail to Thrive

AIS, the UK and Ireland’s leading buying and services group for Fashion, Home, and Leisure for...
23 Nov 2022   •   3 min read