Started in 1959, Family Dollar Stores Inc. is a chain of family discount stores in the United States. Located in West Memphis, Ark., the store operates in around 44 states, including Florida, Maine, Arizona and Idaho. The products offered by the store include laundry items, health care products, beauty aids, groceries, home decor, household cleaning items, paper/plastic items and clothing. Family Dollar Stores Inc. is professionally associated with several partners, including merchandise suppliers, distribution centers, real estate companies and store service providers. It is a member of the Vendor Compliance Federation and utilizes a state-of-the-art Web-enabled Transportation Management System (TMS).