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We connected with store owners across multiple US states to gain insight into the challenges they encounter and the common misconceptions they face. Here's what some had to say.
I spend endless hours staying on top of industry trends and regulatory changes, but that leaves me with no time to effectively market my business. Is there a tool that can help me keep track of trends and make smarter decisions about inventory and sales? I can’t afford to make costly mistakes.
I operate two stores, both using the [redacted] POS system, and their machines aren’t cheap! After a few months of operation, my account were suspended with warning. Appeals went unanswered. I had to scramble to find another POS service provider and spend even more money on new machines. I am not the only one this happened to.
Our biggest challenge is keeping up with ever-changing policies. For example, flavored vapes are banned across California because of a few bad actors, leaving us with limited, low-demand inventory. How are shop owners like me supposed to pivot and stay profitable under such restrictions?
If it's not the FDA's federal regulations, it's state and local laws, which seem to change without any notice. It’s hard enough to stay competitive and keep my store open, let alone try to sell online. The hurdles are endless.
I have a small team of three running my shop, and they lack the skills needed to operate the store efficiently. I don't have the budget to train them properly. My store is listed on Google Maps, isn't that enough to drive sales?
Aside from the constant uncertainty, the lack of support within the entrepreneurial community is staggering. There's no think tank we can turn to for advice on legal limitations or strategies to pivot. No one shares any data, and we’re left to figure it out on our own. This has to change!
I use Square to manage my in-store inventory and transactions. Although Square offers an eCommerce solution, I’m not allowed to use it because I’ve been classified as 'high-risk.' Does your platform integrate with Square, process payments, and keep my inventory in sync online?
I spent thousands of dollars on a custom Shopify store. Shortly after launching, my account was frozen because I was labeled a 'high-risk' seller, and I had to find another payment processor. On top of that, I had to navigate a maze of legal requirements to stay compliant, but I just couldn’t keep up. Eventually, I had to shut down my online store and focus solely on in-store sales.
The cost of inaction can be devistating to small businesses. It turns potential into lost revenue and opprtunities. Your business deserves better. Take action today!
By handling security and compliance behind the scenes, our payment processing partners ensure smooth transactions so you can focus on what matters–growing and building strong relationships with your customers.
Placing a simple age popup on your site does not fulfill regulatory requirements. Just as age verification is mandatory in-store, your customers must meet the same criteria online. All RetailEdge "high-risk" stores include a built-in age verification feature to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
Seamless two-way syncing between your POS system and your online shop allows you to effortlessly keep your inventory, orders, and customer data in perfect harmony across all sales channels.This means that any updates made in your physical store—such as new products, stock adjustments, or customer details—are automatically reflected in your online shop and vice-versa.
Your customers have the freedom to shop for your products from anywhere, at any time—whether they’re browsing from the comfort of their home, placing an order from the office, or making a quick purchase on the go. With your business accessible 24/7, you can cater to their needs at their convenience.
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When things don’t get along as planned there is no need to worry, you're backed by a professional support team that you can rely on, detailed documentation guides and videos to make your store setup a breeze.
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