The very origin of Margin Master

Before we explain why Margin Master is now in Ireland and the UK we introduce you to the very origin of Margin Master…..

Margin Master is a software product created in the thick of an everyday retail business, 3 Ace Hardware stores in the USA owned by Brad Green. The Margin Master product was conceived and built in a unique way, Green did not have expertise in software but he did in the tough retail trade. Owning 3 leading Ace Hardware Stores he realised there were many tasks that could be greatly simplified and improved on with computer technology.

Green was unable to find “off the shelf” software to meet his needs in the demanding retail trade and called upon his student background in computer science to build his own tools to support his business.

It was in 2002 that Green learnt of an opportunity to improve his retail business bottom line profits and he began to develop a software product to assist him achieve his business goals. After much work the new software tool was ready and integrated into his Ace Hardware Stores and resulted in significantly improved profits.

Soon the news spread amongst other retailers in the US and many wanted this software programme for their own businesses. With a growing interest Green realised the potential of the new tool but also recognised the work required to bring it to market. It was at this point Margin Master was born and a new team engaged to develop Margin Master for the commercial market.

By 2009 Margin Master had become a huge success in the USA with over 2000 plus customers and with many retailers praising the software as one of the most important changes “EVER” implemented in their retail business. Margin Master is continually improved and upgraded to more easily adapt to a range of retail business needs and it has now been licensed for Ireland and the United Kingdom.

A few years ago Margin Master caught the eye of world renowned retail specialist Art Freedman.

Art Freedman has more than 40 years experience in retailing. He has held positions that range from Store Clerk through to multi-store owner. Art has delivered “real-world” training and mentoring to more than 500 groups, touching more than 15,000 retailers. He has presented in every U.S. state and in more than 20 other countries. Art is one of the most sought-after motivational speakers on topics such as retail profitability, margin management, successfully competing with the “big box” stores, and maintaining top of mind awareness with your customers and potential customers. His messages resonates with retailers because he is one of them.

Art embraced Margin Master, even using it in his own Ace Store for its smart ability to cut hours and hours of manual pricing management in retail as well as its ability to smart manage pricing and increase profits for the retail owner.