Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

some entered the Indonesian market in 2019, citing a gap in diverse retail product offerings. some manages a supply chain spanning global sourcing, inventory management, and logistics. some identified Malaysia as its next key market, driven by the countrys young consumer base and thriving retail environment.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Another component that seasonal businesses must rely on to achieve year-round success is marketing, which is integral to any expansion plan for a seasonal business. Brandon Naughton has been the Marketing Manager at  Repicci’s Real Italian  since its inception in August 2020. 

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Tokinomo

JANUARY 8, 2024

Happy New Year! In this first Weekly Snacks edition for 2024 we’ll show you the best ads and campaigns at the moment, retail trends and technology to keep an eye on, and opinions from experts that will help you.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Vallarta Supermarkets will implement Logile IMS, an inventory management solution that will allow the Southern California regional supermarket chain to manage orders and receiving while also handling in-store production and service, via integration with the retailer’s forecasting and workforce management solutions.

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Tokinomo

JANUARY 24, 2023

Campaign scoop A little taste of Hell. Philadelphia recently released a limited-edition product called " A Little Taste of Hell ," which is a cream cheese infused with ghost peppers with a Scoville Heat Unit measurement of 1,041,427. This product was only available to residents of Toronto who ordered it via Uber Eats on January 13th.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

Weis Markets will streamline operations at its 198 stores through a partnership with Invafresh. The fresh grocery platform will assist with demand forecasting, in-store production planning, food traceability, recipe management and cut test management across all fresh departments.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

In recent years, robotics has emerged as a transformative force in global retail, and the Australian market is noexception. Walmarts use of robots: Walmart has deployed robots in many of its stores for tasks like scanning shelves for inventory management, cleaning floors, and sorting deliveries in backrooms.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 4, 2023

Micro markets are one of the key self-service options that are becoming increasingly popular in airports. Micro markets also offer simple and secure payment options, allowing tourists to pay with their credit card and not have to worry about taking out or exchanging cash.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Digital transformation has emerged as a necessity for businesses to stay competitive and thrive in the modern market. It involves integrating digital tools and processes across all aspects of the business, from product development and marketing to sales and customer service.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

This helps retailers optimise inventory levels, staffing, and promotions for smoother operations and waste reduction. Predictive analytics provides retailers with a data-driven approach to demand planning and inventory management. It also allows retailers to tailor pricing at an individual level.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 15, 2023

Developing Personalized Experiences From a technical perspective, a lot of work is required of marketing and developers to build content for smart speakers. Owning the Conversation Brands running a smart-speaker experience on a monolithic legacy platform can run into a few issues that specifically hamper marketing teams.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 25, 2022

Let’s dive into some small ideas that can help tackle big goals: 1) Think Big: Increase customer engagement with more interactive marketing. 4) Think Big: Improve supply chain and inventory management. Act small: Add a feature to your website allowing customers to search inventory availability in local store locations.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 5, 2025

Target also plans to modernize its core inventory management system with AI-powered technology designed to improve reliability and reduce out-of-stocks.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 30, 2025

Speed, consistent uptime and outstanding UX have emerged as non-negotiable elements for survival in todays fast-paced market. The market is ruthless, and theres no more room for businesses to drag their feet. The choice for C-suite leaders is stark: take steps now, or risk falling behind in a market that waits for no one.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Market transitions and technology advancements are changing the fuel and convenience space, with more EVs and less gas, leading to the repurposing of these assets into grocery and convenience stores. These stores must expand their product assortment, improve inventory management and optimize supply chain operations almost overnight.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 14, 2021

To say everyone is worn out is probably an understatement, and by all accounts marketers in particular are feeling the pressure — a staggering 70% of marketing executives said the pandemic has left them “completely exhausted,” according to a new report from Accenture Interactive. Forget About Personalization, Focus on Relevancy.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 21, 2024

This capability enables retailers to understand their current operations, anticipate future trends and adapt strategies accordingly, ensuring they remain agile and responsive to the ever-changing market demands. Furthermore, understanding customer interaction with merchandise helps tailor personalized marketing strategies.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 13, 2025

IoT and Smart Inventory Management The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionising inventory management. This not only minimises inventory shortages but also prevents overstocking, ensuring optimal product availability.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The service already is being used by retailers including Lifetime Brands , Traeger Grills and Whole Foods Market. We wanted a better view of when new inventory would arrive at our distribution centers nationwide,” said Leandro Balbinot, SVP and Chief Technology Officer at Whole Foods Market in a statement.

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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. These technologies are enabling retailers to provide personalized shopping experiences, optimize pricing strategies, and streamline inventory management.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Tally robots from Simbe will roam the aisles of five Price Chopper/Market 32 and five Tops Friendly Markets stores through January 2025, when Northeast Grocery will evaluate the pilot results to determine next steps that could include expanding the robots’ deployment to other supermarkets. “The

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Capabilities include: Digital shelf labels with QR codes to help shoppers make informed decisions; Real-time pricing and inventory management tools to help retailers analyze and optimize where, how and how often products are sold, in order to reduce waste; and In-store marketing tools to enhance the relationship between product and shopper.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 13, 2024

Trove , a key player in the branded resale and customer trade-in space, has acquired full-service resale platform Recurate to solidify its position in the evolving and ever-expanding recommerce market. Recurate’s Griffin added: “Our combined services will provide brands a breadth of resale models and program design.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

It also hired a Chief Operating Officer to help revamp supply chain operations and find savings across store efficiency, marketing expenses and information technology contracts. Party City is working to ease the pressure by cutting $30 million in costs, including by laying off 19% of its workforce. Net sales were down 1.6%

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Tokinomo

MAY 20, 2024

From personalized service to strategic inventory management, every aspect of the retail experience plays a crucial role in attracting and retaining customers. Empower Your Employees with Data-Driven Decision Making: Delivering an exceptional retail experience is paramount.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2022

Sales-to-inventory forecasting not only determines sales numbers but also informs other business decisions, ranging from hiring and resource management to marketing decisions and inventory and shipping procedures. Navigating the Dynamic and Evolving Shipping Industry.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Spofford, who has been in her role since February 2021, helped J.Jill deliver healthy, sustainable margin performance and significant cash-flow generation driven by disciplined inventory management and a strong focus on full-price selling, according to a company statement.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Enhanced Inventory Management Effective inventory management is vital for retail success. A centralized database provides retailers with a comprehensive view of stock levels across all stores, warehouses, and online platforms, allowing them to make informed decisions regarding inventory replenishment and distribution.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In today’s competitive and connected retail market, one mistake or delay can result in losing ground to a competitor. CRM modules can also help you manage customer complaints and returns more efficiently as well as track the success of marketing campaigns, making sure future ones achieve even greater success.

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A1 Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2024

The research shows that, when setting KPIs for suppliers, retailers are prioritising time to market (44 percent), fulfilling order quantities (30 percent) and packaging compliance (18 percent). Businesses will be using written labels and paper-based inventory management programmes in warehouses, which are time-intensive and prone to mistakes.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 18, 2022

The retailer will use the technology to help position it for store and supply chain growth as well as dynamic marketing opportunities. Sheetz , a convenience store chain with 630 stores across six states, has chosen the RELEX Solutions unified retail planning solution.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The company has promoted EVP and Chief Commercial Officer Sean Thompson to the role of President and Chief Commercial Officer, adding marketing and ecommerce roles to his existing responsibilities. Smith brings more than 25 years of supply chain experience to the role, most recently as EVP, Global Supply Chain at Carter’s.

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Retail Smart Guys

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Update Inventory Forecasts Regularly Markets shift fast, especially in retail. Consider Expert Guidance When Needed OTB planning is a specialized skill that requires a nuanced understanding of retail trends and inventory management. Instead, rely on sales data, trend analyses, and seasonal patterns. GET STARTED NOW.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 27, 2023

Go to market in minutes. They can also dramatically shorten time-to-market to sell more products across more ecommerce channels, all with a scalable model designed to drive profitable growth. Empower intelligent inventory management. Today’s inventory management teams host a large volume of commerce transaction data.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2022

The retailer plans to open two stores in Austin, Texas this year, and also will enter the New York, Nashville and Miami markets in 2023 and beyond while continuing to expand in existing cities. The company also will look for hires who can further develop Perks, its loyalty program.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Very tight order and inventory management also contributed to weaker performance in certain markets such as the US, Australia, and China. Each of these markets, however, accounts only for a low-single-digit percentage of the business.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 27, 2024

This is a comprehensive approach that extends beyond online sales to encompass various critical aspects of retail operations, with inventory management and pricing at its core. Instead, the holy grail solution is unified commerce. This pricing agility maximises revenue and can be personalised for customer segments.

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