Independently owned community stores that are members of a retail brand/buying group family that is over 350 strong. Our mission is to dominate the space of Independent retailers working together as voluntary traders, without the red tape. We strive to ensure best practice benchmarking and the application of such within our Member base, and want to be known as a VALUE ADDING group. Many Independent Hardware Stores are feeling the pressure of big brands coming into their communities and are struggling to compete. Essential Hardware, although also a Big Brand, have a completely different business model that keeps you 100% in control of your business, yet Adds Value to everything you do. From Buying & Marketing to all things Operational, we have tools and resources ready to assist you to compete and win, in the face of any competitor. You KEEP your independence, but GAIN access to the SCIENCE of Retailing...with our help. A "Brains Trust" of professional known as the "EBC" (Essential Business Consultants) are ready to analyse, report and assist wherever your store can be improved.