Running a modern golf shop means wearing many hats. On-course golf businesses aren’t just coaches and fitters; they are also retailers, responsible for balancing stock, managing staff, serving customers and keeping the club happy. In that environment, time is tight and margins matter.
Yet despite all that hard work, many golf retailers find it difficult to step back and truly see how their business is performing. Daily pressures leave little time for in-depth analysis or strategic planning, and retail decisions are often made reactively rather than from a clear understanding of the data. Identifying trends, managing cash flow and optimising stock can quickly become a challenge, especially when there is no dedicated resource to support it.
That is where the Foremost POS & Business Performance Analysis Service comes in. The service combines data-driven retail insight with face-to-face, bespoke consultancy delivered by Foremost’s expert Business Development Consultant (BDC) team. Each consultation is built around detailed sales and margin data, powered by Foremost POS reporting, to help members identify opportunities, build action plans, and improve profitability.
What’s more, it all comes at no extra cost as part of the Foremost Golf membership service, designed to help businesses grow.
Andy Martin, Managing Director at Foremost Golf explains: “The Foremost POS & Business Performance Analysis Service gives golf retailers the tools and insight to make stronger commercial decisions. Every consultation is bespoke, built around Foremost POS data and delivered by a Foremost BDC who is an expert in the golf retail environment. It’s about using data intelligently to strengthen performance and, in turn, enhance the overall member experience.”
Turning reports and numbers into action
The real strength of the Foremost POS & Business Performance Analysis Service comes from how that data is used. Reports alone don’t improve performance; it’s how they’re interpreted that makes the difference.
Foremost’s regional BDCs work directly with golf retailers to analyse Foremost POS data, highlight profitable categories, identify risks and build tailored plans to improve margins and cash flow. The insight helps members make smarter buying decisions and adjust their approach to stock, staffing, and presentation.
That partnership approach is what drives results.
Saving time and building confidence
One of the biggest challenges for any golf retailer is time. With lessons, fittings and shop duties all competing for attention, the last thing a busy professional needs is hours of admin. By linking Foremost POS directly to Central Invoicing and Golf Supplier EDI, members are now saving at least half a day each week and receiving more accurate sales and product reports.
That time saving has a real business impact. It can be reinvested into income-generating areas such as lessons and fittings, or into the kind of member engagement that strengthens long-term relationships. Foremost members also gain the peace of mind that comes with knowing their accounts are accurate and up to date, rather than constantly playing catch-up.
The consultancy support further builds confidence. By reviewing results regularly with their BDC, members can approach pre-books, replenishment, and seasonal buying with a clear plan. Instead of worrying whether they have ordered too much or too little, they can rely on the data and their BDC’s guidance to make the right decisions.
Personal support service that drives progress
The Foremost POS & Business Performance Analysis Service is built around ongoing, one-to-one support from Foremost’s regional Business Development Consultants. Each BDC works closely with their members throughout the year to review results, set goals and adapt plans as market conditions change.
Members receive practical, hands-on guidance, not just during the initial analysis but as part of a continual improvement process. With expert advice always on hand and data-powered insights from Foremost POS reporting, professionals can make confident business decisions and stay on track.
This partnership approach ensures that Foremost members are supported, informed, and equipped to grow their business in a fast-changing retail landscape.
Looking ahead
As retail pressures increase, from unpredictable trading conditions to rising online competition, golf retailers and professionals need every advantage. The Foremost POS & Business Performance Analysis Service provides them with the clarity and confidence to manage their business proactively.
By combining the power of Foremost POS reporting with personalised consultancy from BDCs, the service gives members the insights and guidance they need to make better decisions and strengthen their commercial position.
Want to unlock the full potential of your Foremost POS data?
Speak to your Regional Business Development Consultant, or contact membership@foremostgolf.com or 01753 218 890 for more information
