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How Hot Topic and Lamps Plus Mastered Inventory Management and More

Retail TouchPoints

The retailer has seen digital sales shift away from next-day deliveries, which now account for just 18.2% of orders, toward two -day or later windows, which account for 80%. Another key challenge for Hot Topic’s inventory management system is ensuring its BOPIS options run smoothly even as it fulfills orders across multiple channels.

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Study: How Retailers are Managing the Tug-of-War Between Employee Satisfaction and Profitability

Retail TouchPoints

As a result, the 74% of merchants that saw their store operations budgets increase between 2023 and 2024 had to figure out the best way to allocate this money toward a wide-ranging set of needs, from new in-store technology and inventory management solutions to employee training and engagement initiatives.

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4 Top Inventory Management Techniques and Best Practices

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Do you know how to manage your inventory as effectively as possible? What are the inventory management best practices? If you can’t answer these questions, it’s time to reconsider how you manage your inventory. Do you have enough stock on hand?

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Inventory management for efficiency and experience

I Vend

This lack of inventory costs retailers an estimated up to 8% of revenue in lost sales. iVend Retail Inventory Management Inventory management drives store efficiency and customer experience. Read about iVend’s smart retail technology for inventory management.

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Revolutionizing Retail: How Ergonomic Robots Enhance Shopping Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

We need to account for customers with unique needs and establish stronger trust between robots and people to ensure these robotic helpers integrate seamlessly into retail environments. However, their effectiveness hinges on more than just advanced technology.

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Gas Stations Evolve: AI and EVs Drive Transformation into Mini-Grocery Stores

Retail TouchPoints

As of January 2024, plug-in EVs accounted for nearly 10% of all passenger vehicle sales in the U.S., These stores must expand their product assortment, improve inventory management and optimize supply chain operations almost overnight. reflecting a significant shift in consumer preferences and vehicle technology.

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Small business finance: Five tips for managing cash flow effectively

Inside Retail

This ensures you order the right amount of stock to meet customer needs without ending up with excess inventory. Inventory management software or a simple forecasting system can be a valuable tool to manage this. FAQs on small business cash flow management What steps can I take to maintain a positive cash flow?

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