Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 18, 2020

Organizations would do well to identify secondary suppliers that can help mitigate risks in their supply chain. However, in the context of supply chain management and procurement, business leaders should prepare for three challenges in particular. Where Risk Scenarios Fail. Preparing For Post-Pandemic Challenges.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

“While we’ve returned to some sense of normalcy, the VUCA [volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous] proposition has become a reality,” said Dr. Thomas Goldsby, Professor and Chair in Logistics in the Supply Chain Management Department of the University of Tennessee. We’re now battle-tested.”

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This enables retailers to make data-driven decisions, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance customer experiences, while also reducing costs and boosting profits. We all know that omnichannel is a challenge to manage against the product and customer objectives of your brand or business.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 16, 2022

The successful execution of our omni-retail strategy, our enhanced digital capability, proactive supply chain management, and an outstanding contribution from our team members were central to this performance,” he said. The post Super Retail Group delivers record sales, eyes expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Designed to drive greater efficiency and ensure products align optimally with the needs of each store’s customers, the new system will enable more effective collaboration among store managers, supply chain managers and merchandising leaders.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2023

Smart retailers are realizing that their increasingly complex omnichannel offerings have made strong supply chain management more important than ever. For our customers it’s all about breadth.” Hot Topic has found that predictability — not necessarily speed — is among the most important aspects of the customer experience.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 8, 2025

According to Gartner, more than three-quarters of supply chain leaders are being asked to improve their customer experience (CX) strategies. Luckily, many supply chain leaders are seeing early success in using automation to meet heightened customer expectations.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 17, 2025

A combination of proactive, intelligent customer support and advanced technologies can reduce costs, improve customer satisfaction and foster stronger relationships transforming returns from a setback into an opportunity to provide a hyper-personalized customer experience for both shoppers and retailers.

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Retail Minded

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The ripple effect of implementing a robust WMS is seen in faster delivery times, lower operational costs, and an enhanced customer experience. What role do 24/7 cloud support services play in ensuring uninterrupted operations in retail supply chain management?

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 17, 2023

Whether it’s the food and beverage sector, apparel and footwear or automobiles, direct-to-consumer businesses are grappling with the consequences of shifting consumer behaviors against the backdrop of an unpredictable global supply chain. These businesses find themselves at a demanding intersection.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2024

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.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Take Back Control With Tech-Enabled, End-to-End Supply Chain Management. Those that make changes to how they manage stock to prevent the situation in the future will endure, regardless of macroeconomic factors or shifts in consumer preference and demand.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 30, 2022

The program also supports degrees in business, technology, supply chain management and other fields. As more clients use Walmart GoLocal,” said Dunn, “we’re able to better densify the last mile, providing superior customer experiences for both Walmart customers and Walmart GoLocal clients.”.

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Inside Retail

JULY 5, 2021

With retail business leaders increasingly focusing on their supply chain management, here are three ways they can “unbound” their supply chains. As businesses increasingly unbound their supply chains, some also need to rethink their products to suit their new distribution channels better.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

This enables a robust omnichannel retail strategy that delivers a unified, seamless and consistent customer experience across all physical stores, websites and mobile apps. Optimized supply chain management to avoid stockouts and overstocking. The key is investing in real-time inventory.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Digital transformation involves incorporating digital technologies to develop new business processes, customer experiences, and culture. The intent behind digital transformation is fully transitioning from traditional roles in retail processes, including sales, marketing, and customer service. Management of inventory sales.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 7, 2022

We are living in a period where there are a lot of uncertainties, both in terms of demand and in terms of cost,” said Guillaume Benoit, Global Supply Chain Manager at Viscata in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. “I It’s also a set of actions that drive an increase in customer experience and quality. “

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Modern supply chain management platforms offer the type of visibility and collaboration tools that make this type of just-in-time operational strategy possible. A series of decision points allows for course-correction. Destination decisions can now be made when the goods hit the port.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2022

So how can retailers be proactive in their inventory placement to avoid compromising top-line growth and customer satisfaction? With inventory availability being one of the top priorities for shoppers this holiday season, retailers must leverage their inventory management and customer experience tools to optimise their merchandise strategies.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 28, 2022

Reducing carbon emissions by remapping the sourcing mix closer to where the demand lies increases flexibility in the business and minimizes the risk of supply chain disruptions. Creating a unified customer experience across multiple sales channels (B2B and B2C) ensures greater visibility and increases sales opportunities.

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Retail Customer Experience

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The technology displayed at groceryshop covered many aspects of grocery retailing — from omnichannel integration to in-store promotions to inventory management to visual merchandising to supply chain management — much including self service applications.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Online convenience also supports accessibility, making it easier to locate specialised items, resulting in time saved for the customer and reduction of wasted journeys. Leveraging AI for supply chain management and trend forecasting can significantly enhance customer convenience by predicting and adapting to supply and demand fluctuations.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In our view, Forecasting software is a far more effective approach to supply chain management. It connects organisational processes, sustainability and ultimately improves the customer experience and nothing frustrates a customer like finding their favourite item out of stock at Christmas!

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This is particularly true for retail supply-chain management. More accurate supply-chain models. The customer data required to undertake better demand forecasting and product development should also be used to inform retailers’ more traditional supply-chain management activities.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 5, 2024

The term ‘phygitalisation’ is used to describe the fusion of physical and digital realms to create a seamless and enhanced customer experience. Sales associates must be proficient in both traditional customer service skills and the use of digital tools to enhance the customer experience.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The recent acceleration of e-commerce necessitates a reimagining of shopping flows, fulfilment logistics, and supply chain management. To meet rising consumer expectations, brands need to promote smooth customer experiences with automation, 24/7 responsiveness, and minimise friction on the journey to checkout.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2024

Benefits of the ‘inverse supply chain’ Managing C2B reverse logistics effectively can unlock a range of customer experience benefits and opportunities. The C2B reverse logistics segment, especially for large-scale items, represents a substantial customer experience improvement opportunity.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 26, 2022

Dr. Thomas Goldsby , Professor and Chair in Logistics in the Supply Chain Management Department of the University of Tennessee , revealed some of the less obvious reasons for rising prices, the virtues and limitations of “nearshoring” via domestic supply chains and the prospects for supply chain improvements during holiday 2022 and into 2023.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 4, 2024

Luxury brands aim to create a customer experience that is seamless and consistent across physical stores, online platforms, mobile apps, and social media. Luxury brands prioritise the customer experience in their digital transformation efforts.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

“When inventory gets to the last mile, we’re still looking at a shortage of labor, which put the Teamsters in an advantageous position” during the union’s recent contract negotiations with UPS, according to Dr. Thomas Goldsby , Professor and Chair in Logistics in the Supply Chain Management Department of the University of Tennessee.

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Inside Retail

JULY 21, 2023

In addition to general data, Peng said ChatRhino employs a wealth of high-quality data resources, spanning JD’s e-commerce and retail sectors, which also enhances the efficiency and reliability of supply chain management.

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Independent Retailer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

They lacked flexibility in their supply chain management strategies, which did not help them foresee such a drastic change in ordering habits. Such technology will help manufacturers create an agile and scalable supply chain that can resist sudden demand changes and adjust to growing market expectations.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2020

The ability to meet such fluctuations requires close retailer-supplier collaboration, through controlled testing on data associated with supply chain management. A principal repercussion of COVID-19 is an over-demand for certain products and a reduced demand for others.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 8, 2024

For those seeking the perfect balance between customer experience (CX) excellence and operational efficiency, Cynergy BPO stands as the ideal partner – connecting businesses with industry-leading business process outsourcing providers in the Philippines.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

While social commerce can provide greater reach and deeper engagement with customers, it also presents issues around supply-chain management. Because to compete, retailers must deliver on customer experience in an entirely new way. Higher customer expectations . Infrastructure necessities.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Technological innovations have streamlined supply-chain management and warehouse operations. Brands require reliable logistics partners with a wide reach across India to ensure a consistent customer experience,” Redseer partner Mrigank Gutgutia explained.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Through the supply chain management dashboard, the company can also monitor core suppliers, logistics and store data, enabling more intelligent decision-making. Going forward, it will be using AI-generated content (AIGC) to improve the customer experience.

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