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The Secret to Solving Retail’s $743 Billion Returns Problem: Intelligent Customer Support

Retail TouchPoints

With returns siphoning off a staggering $743 billion from retailers bottom lines in 2023, its clear that the industrys approach needs an overhaul. But instead of leaning on rigid policies that risk driving customers away, retailers can use this as an opportunity to rethink returns.

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Black Friday 2024: Why automation is critical for Australian retailers

Inside Retail

By adopting automation in areas like supply chain management and customer service, Australian retailers can meet rising global demand and secure long-term growth. Automation tools like barcode scanning and automated picking systems improve accuracy and efficiency, resulting in fewer returns and faster fulfilment.

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Ecommerce in 2025: How Data Quality Powers Growth and Customer Satisfaction

Retail TouchPoints

Clean, validated address data is an essential business asset that drives a smoother customer experience, reduces operational costs and minimizes errors. With high-quality address data, retailers avoid the financial burden of undeliverable mail, unnecessary returns and address correction fees.

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How Shoemaker Viscata is Achieving Social and Business Goals by Reducing Returns

Retail TouchPoints

It’s been another year of record-breaking ecommerce sales combined with unprecedented snarls across shipping and inventory ecosystems, so it should come as no surprise that return rates for 2021 are expected to have gone through the roof. Getting at the Root of Apparel and Footwear Returns.

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Can Nearshoring Prevent the Next Supply Chain Crisis?

Retail TouchPoints

Thomas Goldsby But after the wild pendulum swings caused by COVID — first not enough product, then a glut of it — the state of global supply chains deserves more sustained attention. RTP: What impact do returns have on supply chain costs? You can incentivize customers to act in more cost-effective ways.

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Wireless 5G Revolutionizing Retail

Retail TouchPoints

Or a customer receives immediate, personalized product promotions and recommendations the moment they walk in a store, creating a truly customized experience. These are just a few examples of what 5G can do for the retail customer experience. Improved Customer Experience.

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3 Ecommerce Logistics Trends that are Changing Retail Right Now

Retail TouchPoints

Today’s retailers need to focus just as much on the logistics side of their business operations to streamline processes, maintain profitability and provide the best possible customer experience. Ensure your return policy is clear, comprehensive and fair to both your business and customers.

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