Retail Focus

AUGUST 4, 2021

Claire Webb from Advanced Supply Chain Group looks at why playing a waiting game won’t help retailers beat soaring shipping costs. Many retailers are looking to protect margins against rapidly rising shipping costs. The factors have triggered a long-running period of disruption and caused shipping costs to escalate.

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Shipping Drop-Shipping Inventory Management Point of Sale 182

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2022

The supply chain challenges of the past few years have underscored the importance of proper and efficient supply chain management. Failure to meet customers’ expectation of timely, cost-effective and ethical delivery of goods can profoundly impact a company’s ability to retain consumers.

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Supply Chain Management Inventory Management Shipping Management 329

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

With new services like Supply Chain by Amazon and Amazon Shipping joining existing offerings such as FBA and Amazon Lending, Amazon is firmly positioning itself more and more as a tech-powered service company and less and less as a retailer.

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Payment Services Shipping Fulfillment Finance 321

Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

As consumers move seamlessly between online, mobile, and physical store channels, retailers must keep pace through an omnichannel strategyone that unifies every customer touchpoint into a cohesive, frictionless journey. By fostering agility and an openness to experimentation, brands can stay one step ahead of consumer expectations.

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Payment Services Returns Technical Support Promotions 147

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

D Cloud inventory management platform throughout 162 stores, with the objective of increasing accuracy throughout the supply chain. It allows us to increase our online sellable stock, as we do not necessarily need to ship from our distribution centers anymore. Scotch & Soda will deploy Nedap’s !D

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Management Fulfillment Inventory Management Shipping 290

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 28, 2023

Having adequate inventory to ship is job one for any ecommerce business. Knowing how much of each item is in stock at any moment, and forecasting how much inventory is needed, are critical components to holiday fulfillment success. Everything from shipping materials to labels to printer ink are very important.

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Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management Planning 275

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 11, 2022

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 Management Inventory Turnover Drop-Shipping 111

Retail Focus

MARCH 7, 2025

The e-commerce industry has experienced rapid growth and transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and global market shifts. With smartphones and tablets becoming integral parts of daily life, consumers are increasingly shopping on the go.

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Social Commerce Payment Services Inventory Management Consumer 130

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2021

consumers’ tremendous enthusiasm to get back to in-person shopping and experiences, notably with a 44% increase in foot traffic to stores, restaurants and entertainment venues since the start of 2021, that doesn’t mean they are going to leave behind all the omni habits they adopted during the crisis. And despite U.S.

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Shipping Fulfillment Inventory Management Customer Experience 312

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 15, 2022

Over a four-week period, Build-A-Bear turned its store locations into micro-fulfillment centers so it could maintain store operations, keep associates working and create a bright spot for consumers navigating uncertainty and stress. Creating Joy Amid Uncertainty. We love the feedback that says ‘Hey, I was able to do this.

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Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management Location 306

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 3, 2023

It was no longer enough to route orders to a handful of DCs and drop ship vendors. The digital channel typically had one or more dedicated facilities, which ironically were often planned and managed like an individual additional brick-and-mortar location. Checking inventory in a local store but not placing an order?

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Fulfillment Drop-Shipping Shipping Markdowns 286

Inside Retail

JUNE 27, 2024

Digital commerce has become increasingly complex, with endlessly diverse customer journeys and pressure on brands to meet rising consumer expectations. Retailers are grappling with ever-multiplying channels, and managing disparate touchpoints while trying to create a seamless, excellent omnichannel experience.

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Inventory Management Fulfillment Store Layout Shipping 260

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 12, 2021

It’s no secret that technology has radically changed buying behaviors for nearly every consumer out there, making the migration to ecommerce critical for retailers that want to remain relevant and competitive in today’s economy. This allows your employees to pick directly into the box with pre-calculated dimensions and shipping weight.

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Merchant Services Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management 279

Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 23, 2022

consumers have been pulling back on clothing and durable goods as soaring inflation raises the cost of food and basic items. Wholesale inventory bloat, combined with a softening demand in the economy, is taking its toll on cash flow and earnings at retailers. . Donate Excess Inventory. Liquidate Excess Inventory.

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Inventory Management Wholesale Management Markdowns 98

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications. In manufacturing, product substitution can be a valuable tool for optimizing inventory management.

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Customer Experience Inventory Management Fulfillment Inventory Turnover 264

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

In internal fulfillment, the business handles the complete process of storing, packing and shipping. The company must have a warehouse to keep its inventory, and a logistics team to manage the goods for storing, ordering and shipping directly to stores/distributors or customers. Also, packaging can be fully customizable.

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Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management Management 331

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 6, 2023

While that’s attractive marketing fodder for retail CMOs who want to appeal to environmentally minded consumers, CFOs will appreciate the potential profitability of selling an article of clothing not just once but twice or more in the circular economy. Opportunity #1: Cost-efficient inventory management.

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Merchant Services Inventory Management Shipping Consumer 278

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 29, 2024

What’s old is new again, but this time around the focus is squarely on the value proposition for stores and consumers instead of the distribution centre (DC). Most retailers are now rolling out RFID inventory management use cases like receiving, adjustments and cycle counting via handheld reader. Let’s start with the costs.

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Customer Experience Shipping Inventory Management Management 297

Inside Retail

JANUARY 11, 2022

Retailers are now investing significant resources into logistics, deploying the latest inventory management systems, automating warehouses and hiring hundreds of hardworking staff in an effort to pick, pack and ship online orders as quickly as possible. Using this stock to fulfil online orders is known as ship-from-store. .

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Shipping Fulfillment Inventory Management Location 200

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 22, 2024

Ecommerce has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, and warehouses must consistently deliver a seamless, end-to-end consumer experience to remain competitive in this evolving market. If you’re experiencing ongoing increases in the number of shipped orders, that’s a positive sign.

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Fulfillment Management Shipping Supply Chain Management 277

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2020 he joined Alibaba, where he is now tasked with developing the company’s strategy and building platform-level solutions around international shipping, logistics, cross-border trade and global expansion. This will cause the channel to continue to narrow, further reducing ship traffic.

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Merchant Services Shipping Fulfillment Management 286

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

With Salesforce’s 2023 holiday predictions forecasting that BOPIS (buying items online for in-store or curbside pickup) will influence $28 billion in incremental sales during the holiday season, retailers seeking to capitalize on this revenue opportunity need to ensure their store operations and inventory management practices are up to par.

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Store Operations Shipping Fulfillment Store Layout 278

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Accurate demand forecasting is the bedrock of efficient inventory management — a vital logistics function that should be operating at peak performance levels during the holiday shopping season when consumers expect the inventory they want to be available. 3: Order accuracy. Peak season is not forgiving of errors.

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Fulfillment Returns Shipping Promotions 310

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

“Supply chain predictability is everything,” asserts Egglestone: “If you don’t have the systems to deliver inventory during peak trading periods, customers will go elsewhere, which puts their loyalty to the test. Blue Yonder has identified five common challenges to cover in your peak season strategy… 1.

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Fulfillment Returns Customer Experience Management 130

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 10, 2023

For consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands wanting to lead their category at major retailers, it’s critical to be strategic and adaptable with a logistics strategy. Technology Leads to Category Leadership Shipping technology has significantly improved in recent years and is now a massive determinant of CPG brand success.

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Shipping Inventory Management Location Management 278

Retail Bound

APRIL 13, 2024

One of the topics that consistently comes up in the retail world is the logistics of shipping. From the manufacturers to the distributors, to your retail store – there are many factors and unexpected costs to consider during the shipping process that can be often overlooked. Choose a model that can scale with your growth trajectory.

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Drop-Shipping Shipping Merchant Services Payment Services 98

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2023

According to a recent study , price, quality and convenience are still consumers’ top buying criteria for products. This comes despite earlier research finding a shift in consumer attitudes was the driving force behind the push for sustainable packaging in 2020. However, with high inflation costs continuing to be felt across the U.S.,

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Inventory Management Shipping Consumer Management 246

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 19, 2024

After all, studies show that consumers care more about the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions than ever before. One of the other environmental benefits of using RFID technology for inventory management is that it will reduce retailers’ use of transportation, cutting down on a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions.

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Supply Chain Management Fast Fashion Apparel Shipping 264

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2023

Valentine’s Day saw consumers projected to spend an average of $16 on chocolates and candy — up from under $9 per person in 2010 — while Halloween candy sales reached a record $3.1 This further complicates how consumers can sustainably dispose of candy wrappers and packaged products. billion on Easter candy alone. billion in 2022.

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Shipping Inventory Management Consumer Management 296

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Consumer expectations of retailers have been transformed by their experiences buying from Amazon and other innovative retailers that are able to provide fast, efficient omnichannel experiences. In tandem, consumer expectations have grown. Consumers expect immediate gratification. Holiday shopping season is upon us.

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Supply Chain Management Fulfillment Shipping Consumer 264

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 13, 2023

As a result, retailers can optimize their omnichannel experiences and boost bottom-line results. For instance, having accurate visibility into inventory counts can help retailers decide when it’s better to ship from a store versus a warehouse. After all, consumers want to be able to get products whenever and however they want.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 27, 2025

While its not too late for retailers and brands to explore AI use across various functions, John Harmon Coresights managing director of technology research cautioned, it is clear that the leaders in this space like Target and Walmart, which have already implemented GenAI company knowledge bases, are strongly ahead of the curve.

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Shipping Consumer Inventory Management Returns 130

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 6, 2021

But the real issue here is around customer acquisition, and consumers have massive trust with Amazon. That’s important because when a consumer seeks to purchase something from a website that’s totally new to them, they may wonder how safe their credit card and personal information is.

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Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management Returns 290

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 5, 2024

That helped adoption, and it also just runs faster,” than The Paper Store’s previous POS system, which had required three separate logins for POS, inventory queries and ship-to-home functionality. The retailer also has tapped Jumpmind’s Promote application for managing deals and promotions.

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Inventory Management Point of Sale Promotions Jewelry 264

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

For most types of consumer retail stores, the pandemic scared regulars away, diminished traffic from visitors, altered consumer preferences, snapped formerly reliable supply chains and required dramatic shifts in the way stores serve their clientele. But that’s only part of the story.

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Merchant Services Clienteling Shipping Inventory Management 264

Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2022

Unlike the early years of e-commerce, today’s environment requires diversification across an appropriate variety of channels to strengthen visibility; brands must be active where their target consumers are shopping. More customer data from direct interaction with consumers.

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Advertising Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management 246

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 26, 2023

Get ready, get excited, retailers and customers alike, the 2D barcode, a compact square label with splotches and spaces that encode up to 350X more data than a traditional UPC (4,000 characters) will have a significant impact on managing the business and delivering better customer experiences. Who doesn’t want that?

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Merchant Services Inventory Management Grocer Customer Experience 279