Point of Sale + AI for Thrift Stores and Resale
A practical intake routine for thrift and resale: what to capture, how to price for the floor, when to send an item online, and where AI takes the same steps.
Articles on technology for resale teams running retail floors and e-commerce channels.
A practical intake routine for thrift and resale: what to capture, how to price for the floor, when to send an item online, and where AI takes the same steps.
How to build a resale listing by hand: photos, an 80-character title, item specifics, then pick, pack, and ship. AI can draft the same record for eBay and your website.
Which resale numbers to watch each week, how to read sell-through and aging, and what to change in price or routing when the numbers move.
Hammoq powers the entire intake-to-retail workflow—just take 2 photos, and AI does the rest.
In the competitive landscape of retail and resale, the power of personal relationships often gets overshadowed by the pursuit of the next great find or deal. Yet, as Kevin reveals in a…
TL;DR Summary: Manual data entry is a supplier's curse beast, and Hammoq's AI solutions automate it in a fraction of the time to save man-hours and boost efficiency.
Long hailed as a more sustainable alternative to traditional retail, resale has of late been the subject of a host of new regulations targeted at improving sustainability. Governments…
Thrift stores continue being successful and gaining popularity, mostly among the young generation. It will be important to learn how to appeal and retain them as time goes by.…
Thrifting is not discount shopping anymore; it's a cultural phenomenon, especially among Gen Z consumers. Because of their passion for sustainability, affordability, and uniqueness,…
Competition within the retail world, and more so within the thrift stores, has posed challenges in customer attraction and retention. Customer retention can be influenced effectively…
In Goodwill, there is a huge potential for innovation, even more so in the application of technology to make the associated processes more efficient and exploitable. With huge amounts…
Goodwill stands uniquely placed in its possibility of innovating and improving its operations through technology and collaboration. Especially the resellers, several opportunities can…
Thrift stores are somewhat an outlier within today's cutthroat retail ecosystem and, if so desired, can be highly effective on social media. Allowing them to not only brag about…
In a fascinating discussion about the trajectory of the retail and resale markets, Kimberly offers valuable insights into what we might expect in the coming years. Her perspective…
In a thought-provoking conversation with Kevin, a seasoned professional in the turnaround business sector, we gain invaluable insights into the nuances of working in both for-profit…
The resale industry is on full fire, with the global secondhand market expected to reach $77 billion by 2025. With sustainability-aware consumers and budget-savvy shoppers driving this…
Introduction Today's eco-conscious world finds sustainability not just a buzzword but a business imperative, especially in retail. The humble thrift store stands at the head of the…
Goodwill is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and second-hand retail, but its mission extends far beyond the conventional boundaries of thrift store operations. This…
In wholesale liquidation business, maintaining and possessing excellent relationships with your suppliers is not only a benefit; it is a path to sustained success. With these kinds of…
In the ever-evolving landscape of the resale industry, significant changes are on the horizon. Over the next 5 to 10 years, we can expect to see transformative shifts driven by…
In an enlightening conversation with Kevin, a prominent figure at Goodwill, a story unfolds, revealing the profound impact and the underlying mission of this iconic institution.…
Storytelling is an effective marketing strategy that can be applied by thrift shops to establish emotional connections with clients. In contrast to mass market retail, thrift shops…
In the dynamic world of resale, staying competitive means embracing innovation. One of the most transformative innovations in recent years is Artificial Intelligence (AI). But what…
HAMMOQ publishes structured product and article data — live price, availability, and attributes — so AI assistants can find, understand, and recommend your inventory.