Strategic Merger Opportunity The recent merger between United Hardware and Do It Best presents an opportunity for suppliers to expand their reach within a larger network of independent hardware retailers, facilitating cross-channel sales and joint marketing initiatives.

Expanding E-Commerce United Hardware's recent website launch and enhancements in online categories indicate a focus on strengthening digital capabilities, offering potential to provide e-commerce solutions, digital marketing services, and online-exclusive product ranges.

Leadership Development Programs With ongoing partnerships like the Friedman Group’s Emerging Leaders program, there is an opening for educational and training vendors to support leadership development, management training, and retail operations optimization.

Growing Retail Network Serving over 800 stores across the upper Midwest, United Hardware's extensive retail network offers opportunities for vendors to introduce new product lines, merchandising solutions, and category management tools tailored for independent retailers.

Focus on Innovation United Hardware's emphasis on continuous improvement and technological adoption, such as cloud-based platforms and e-commerce, creates openings for innovative tech providers offering supply chain optimization, inventory management, or digital storefront solutions.