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Real-Time Photo Reporting Instant photo updates from the field showing before-and-after images, so you always know what’s happening on your shelves — in real time. |
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Real-Time Reporting Dashboard A live, centralized dashboard that gives you instant visibility into reset progress, compliance, and store-level performance — all in one place. |
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Internal Quality Auditors Unlike most providers who may not audit resets at all, we use a dedicated in-house team to independently verify every job for accuracy and compliance. |
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No Billing Until Verified You won’t be charged until we confirm the reset is complete and meets your standards. |
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National Retail Coverage No guesswork—shelf placement is confirmed and documented for every job. |
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Execution Guarantee We don’t just promise results — we guarantee compliance and completion, with accountability at every step. |
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Speed to Shelf Execution That Drives Sales
— Faster Cut-Ins, Verified Results
Get your products on shelves faster with InStore Group’s industry-leading Speed to Shelf execution. We help CPG brands, retailers, and wholesalers eliminate launch delays, improve compliance, and capture more sales — with a 99.7% execution rate and photo-verified accuracy on every project.





Why Speed to Shelf Execution Drives Retail Success
In today’s high-velocity retail environment, new product success depends on how quickly you can move from distribution center to shelf. Brands that launch quickly and capture early shelf presence are significantly more likely to succeed long-term. In fact, addressing new item on-shelf availability can help you grow sales by 3 to 5% every year.*
*Source: Circana 2025
Whether you’re launching a new SKU, planning a promotional cut-in, or rolling out a seasonal assortment, our Speed to Shelf solution ensures real-time execution, full visibility, and zero excuses.

What Sets InStore Group Apart?
We're not just fast – we're flawless.
- 99.7% On-Time Execution Rate (2024) – We execute on time, every time
- Internal Auditing Team– We verify compliance in real time using in-house QA teams
- No Billing Until Verified – We don’t invoice until the cut-in is confirmed complete
- Speed-to-Shelf Reporting– Live dashboards with photo proof, compliance insights & timing metrics
- National Coverage – 129+ active retail locations and growing — coast-to-coast scalability
Trusted by hundreds of companies nationwide.



















Tailored Merchandising Reset Solutions for Every Industry
We’re trusted by leading Retailers, CPG Brands, Wholesalers, and Sales Agencies to handle critical merchandising reset projects with precision and speed.
Who Uses Our Speed to Shelf Execution Services?
Trusted by Retailers, CPG brands, Wholesalers, and Sales Agencies to execute flawless product launches — fast, verified, and nationwide.
How Top Brands Boost Sales
with Better In-Store Execution
From apparel brands to national retailers, our work delivers measurable sales lift and in-store success.
Ready to Launch? Let’s Get You on Shelf Faster
From regional pilots to national launches, we tailor our Speed to Shelf solution to your go-to-market plan.
Why Top Brands Trust InStore Group
What sets ISG apart is their dedication to customer service. Whenever we have had questions or needed adjustments, they have been responsive and proactive in finding solutions. Their attention to detail ensures that our resets are completed per expectation, often finishing ahead of schedule.I highly recommend ISG to any convenience store looking to improve their merchandising strategy. They have become a trusted partner in our business, and I look forward to continuing our successful collaboration in the future.

The InStore Group has been a valuable partner for many years. We have found their execution to be consistent, and the reporting timely and accurate. Their client service team is experienced, and they serve with enthusiasm and urgency. We appreciate their partnership and their commitment to accountability at all levels

We partner with InStore Group because we trust their work and the information they provide is always accurate and on time.

Speed to Shelf FAQ: Everything You Need to Know
Looking for clear answers about speed to shelf? Below we cover the most common questions retailers, CPG brands, and distributors ask about our speed to shelf services.
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What is Speed to Shelf?
It’s the process of getting your product onto the sales floor — fast. It includes cut-ins, placement, and planogram compliance verification for new items, promotional SKUs, or seasonal sets.
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How fast is InStore Group’s execution?
We specialize in fast-turn execution — often completing projects in days, not weeks. Actual timelines depend on the scope, store count, and complexity of your launch. Whether it's a regional rollout or a nationwide launch, we build a tailored schedule to hit your shelf dates without delays.
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How do you verify product placement?
We use our proprietary InStore Reporter platform to provide live photo verification, compliance rates, and real-time dashboards.
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What kind of reporting will I receive?
You’ll get real-time access to photo reports, location-specific compliance notes, and daily progress updates through our proprietary InStore Reporter platform.
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What types of stores or retailers do you work with?
We work with a range of partners, including big box retailers, grocery chains, CPG brands, convenience stores, and distributors. Our team is experienced with everything from category resets to full-store transformations.
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Do you provide national coverage?
Yes. We currently serve 129+ stores across the U.S. and can scale teams regionally or nationally based on your timeline.
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Do you work directly with sales teams or brokers?
Absolutely. We often partner with sales reps, brokers, and distributors to coordinate flawless shelf execution for new items.
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Do you offer services beyond speed to shelf?
Yes. In addition to merchandising resets, we offer many other services such as merchandising resets, inventory audits, fixture installs, seasonal merchandising, planogram setup, theft deterrent installs, and new product cut-ins.
What our merchandising company can do for you
InStore Group offers full-service retail merchandising across all major execution types. Whether you're planning a single rollout or managing a long-term program, our services scale to match your goals.

Merchandising Resets
Complete store or category resets to align with new product strategy

New Item Cut-Ins
Ensure your new products hit shelves swiftly and with excellence




Seasonal Merchandising
Align cut-ins with seasonal strategy or promotions

Planogram Merchandising
Ensure proper shelf placement and compliance

Display Building
Launch your product with supporting POP displays or endcaps



Electronic Shelf Labels
Upgrade store shelves with up-to-date digital pricing systems

Gondola Installation
Hardware and shelving setup for new product areas
Don’t Let Shelf Delays Kill Your Launch
InStore Group’s Speed to Shelf solution ensures your product gets where it needs to be — on time, on shelf, and already selling. Let’s talk about how we can get you there faster than the competition.
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