Shopping Tips

1. Using the A to Z exhibitor listing, make a "hot" list of the booths you must visit.  Be sure to orient yourself to the layout by using the floorplan.
    
2. Be prepared with knowledge of your inventory and current and upcoming needs, including ideas of your customers' wishes, percentage of dollars you want to allocate to each category, and your sales projections.
    
3. Plan to spend a minimum of two full days at the Show to allow enough time to visit each booth on your list.
    
4. Plan to walk the Show twice, starting from a different direction each time.
    
5. Bring a side spiral notebook for easy note taking and simultaneous walking.
    
6. There are wonderful merchandising ideas within the exhibits. Be sure to ask permission before taking photographs.
    
7. Have your tax ID# handy for order writing.
    
8. Select your educational programs and special events prior to coming to the Show, so you have a complete and accurate schedule for your days at IH/M&RS.