The Struggle is Real: How Small Businesses are Battling Slotting Fees to Get Into Big Chain Stores
What are Slotting Fees & Why Are They Such a Challenge for Small Businesses? The retail industry is constantly changing, and small businesses are feeling the squeeze as they battle against large chain stores. One of the biggest obstacles they face is called a slotting fee. A slotting fee is a charge that distributors impose on manufacturers for stocking their products in stores. It's a way for distributors to make money and ensure that only the products that will sell well are put on shelves. For small businesses, slotting fees can be crippling. They often can't afford to pay them,...
