I’ve been reflecting on recent negotiations and the frequent unrealistic offers we encounter that often don’t result in sales. This has prompted me to share insights on how the negotiation process truly unfolds, aiming to clarify and optimize our mutual business dealings. In the business world, the typical negotiation margin spans from 1% to 10%, varying by product quality and category. It’s crucial to understand that price setting isn’t arbitrary. Businesses aim to sustain operations through continuous, reasonably priced orders that cover production costs while yielding a modest profit. This approach ensures long-term viability and market growth, contrasting sharply with...

Since Black Friday and Cyber Monday are still fresh in mind – and Christmas & Boxing Days Shopping are now, I think it is the perfect timing for discussing about the customer returns. During the BF, in just one day, and only in UK – the volume of sales was more than £2.5bn! Customer Returns – are around 10% across the industries – whereas in apparel the percentage is higher. So, £250,000,000 of stock will be returned only for BF and 4 times more in the next days. This huge stock will put pressure on the logistics, on the already...

Why do we disclose our most successful campaign?! We need you successful. Your success and profit is our gain, as well. We help you grow your business and profit, you continue buying stocks with us. Everybody wins!

One of our customers, in Mali, has just opened a furniture store, with the help of his ARLL Account Manager. They discussed thoroughly about the economy in Mali, about the possibilities and what type of business would bring profit in that market, before purchasing two furniture containers to get them a great start on this venture. We wish them best of luck and we will be here, helping them all the way!

Do you feel like you are ready to start something new this year? What is the one thing that will make the difference towards achieving your goals? The aim of this article is to get you thinking and to inspire you to reach farther and achieve more than ever before. If you are overwhelmed by this prospect, start small, focusing on just one thing you want to accomplish. Here are a few ideas that could help you get started. 1. Organize your working space Start New Year fresh by implementing some changes into your working area and you’ll really manage...