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. RTP: What impact do returns have on supply chain costs?

Returns 306

Returns Supply Chain Management Fulfillment Customer Experience 306

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

For retailers, these physical locations are strategic assets that reduce transportation costs and enhance profit margins. Online convenience also supports accessibility, making it easier to locate specialised items, resulting in time saved for the customer and reduction of wasted journeys.

Supply Chain Management 264

Supply Chain Management Point of Sale Shopping Location 264

Retail Minded

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Effectively managing a retail supply chain is essential for meeting customer demands and maintaining a competitive edge in the market. Tackling retail supply chain challenges is a blend of smart strategies and the right technologies.

Supply Chain Management 52

Supply Chain Management Management Inventory Management Outdoor 52

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 30, 2022

Whether it is training associates on more efficient ways to shop for an order or educating them on how to manage an automated system that picks and packs the order, we’re proud of the opportunity to upskill our associates with regards to last mile work. “. The focus on employees stretches beyond basic tasks.

Fulfillment 298

Fulfillment Drop-Shipping Supply Chain Management Grocer 298

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 21, 2022

Imagine a retail location where customers using an AR-powered mirror can see how clothing looks on them without ever entering a changing room. What does having a network that can offer high speed and low latency really mean for retailers, and how can they take advantage of it? 5G can Drive Consumer Engagement.

Payment Services 264

Payment Services Checkout Supply Chain Management Customer Experience 264

Wiser

JUNE 5, 2023

As a small business owner, managing supply chain issues is nothing new. Because smaller retailers cannot always order in bulk or far in advance like many larger retailers do, any supply chain disruptions are often felt faster and stronger by small businesses.

Management 147

Management Drop-Shipping Shipping Supply Chain Management 147

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 30, 2020

In order to understand where inventory should be deployed (or redeployed) to sell quickly, retailers must quickly analyze sales trends in all channels and retail locations, in order to predict customer demand. Demand-sensing capabilities. Integration of COVID-19 infection data from third-party sources.

Payment Services 312

Payment Services Supply Chain Management Fashion Shipping 312

365 Retail

OCTOBER 28, 2024

In the dynamic sphere of manufacturing and supply chain management, efficiency, and agility are pivotal to success. Among the various tools and strategies available to industry professionals, the kanban inventory system stands out as an instrumental approach to managing production workflows and inventory levels.

Supply Chain Management 52

Supply Chain Management Management Promotions Marketing 52

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 30, 2023

Having this information stored in one central location creates a repository of information that brands and retailers can use to back up the sustainability claims they make on their products. Eric Linxwiler is SVP of TradeBeyond. Contact him at eric.linxwiler@tradebeyond.com.

Consumer 255

Consumer Supply Chain Management Management Returns 255

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

With potentially fewer items available on the shelves this year and shipping timelines longer than ever before, retailers must be able to identify where items are located at a given moment, at the right price. Optimized supply chain management to avoid stockouts and overstocking.

Supply Chain Management 264

Supply Chain Management Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management 264

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 21, 2024

Ascertain the geographic locations of facilities and operations – map them! Understand the flow of materials, products, services and data across the supply chain. Encourage suppliers to obtain additional information about their own suppliers (sub-tiers) and their company-level supply chain management systems.

Supply Chain Management 306

Supply Chain Management Management Fashion Location 306

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Now the store is viewed as a flexible asset, capable of fulfilling a variety of needs: Distribution center supplying inventory to other locations Ecommerce fulfillment Amazon return hub Curbside pickup Private bubble/pod shopping location Retooled for more buying, less shopping Emphasis on health and safety, contactless shopping.

Retail Trends 228

Retail Trends Payment Services Supply Chain Management Fulfillment 228

Retail Focus

JANUARY 13, 2022

JD.com has opened two robotic shops by the new brand name “ ochama ” in the Netherlands, with more locations to follow soon. The new model of shops introduces an unprecedented shopping format merging online ordering and pick-up shop in which robots prepare the parcels, and home delivery service.

Shopping 190

Shopping Home Furnishings Supply Chain Management Fashion 190

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Optimally, the links in the supply chain are determined based on convenience and cost. Building a supply chain that is flexible, however, requires looking at other factors. For example, the location of suppliers is a critical factor to consider when pursuing diversification. In 2020 he co-founded Relloe , Inc.,

Supply Chain Management 277

Supply Chain Management Location Planning Management 277

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Supply chain experts agree that the most powerful solutions are those that use predictive analytics to place the inventory customers want in locations as physically close as possible to that end consumer — a simple theory that can be devilishly hard to put into practice. in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

Fulfillment 278

Fulfillment Shipping Supply Chain Management Consumer 278

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 4, 2020

Picking orders out of stores, especially when they’re open, is expensive, but proximity to the end consumer makes it easier to manage than centralized fulfilment. The profile of the items selling also changed, requiring detailed store-level supply chain management and forecasting. The Role Of Technology Going Forward.

Fulfillment 215

Fulfillment Supply Chain Management Space Planning Returns 215

Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Supply chains must be agile enough to cope with unexpected gaps in workforces, which involves two levels of contingency planning. The first affects stock inventory management. The most efficient and effective supply chains embrace uncertainty – something that’s turbocharged during planning for peak.

Inventory Management 148

Inventory Management Supply Chain Management Shipping Planning 148

Inside Retail

MAY 26, 2021

Local brands, which already know their customers, can get support in product development, textile sourcing, and supply chain management, Jou said. Pomelo would continue to sell its own apparel brand and is planning to add 44 more physical stores on top of its 25 existing locations.

Fashion 130

Fashion Supply Chain Management Apparel Planning 130

Inside Retail

MAY 26, 2021

Local brands, which already know their customers, can get support in product development, textile sourcing, and supply chain management, Jou said. Pomelo would continue to sell its own apparel brand and is planning to add 44 more physical stores on top of its 25 existing locations.

Fashion 130

Fashion Supply Chain Management Apparel Planning 130

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Digital order management and fulfillment. Services like same or next day delivery, BOPIS or curbside pickup allow for rapid deployment of product, and the key to making this happen is through an integrated platform that allows for accurate and effective management across all sales channels. Inventory and management tech.

Payment Services 173

Payment Services Fulfillment Supply Chain Management Management 173

Inside Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2022

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. Not only will this help ensure margins are managed, but it will ensure customer expectations are met.

Supply Chain Management 130

Supply Chain Management Customer Retention Inventory Management Customer Experience 130

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 10, 2022

Even a small reduction in available supply can have major impacts across the entire supply chain, so retailers need to prepare to handle rising energy costs and the associated effect on their bottom lines. Even before the Ukraine invasion, energy was a major global issue.

Supply Chain Management 261

Supply Chain Management Planning Location Management 261

Wiser

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Fourth-party logistics, often called 4PL, refers to logistics providers that manage one or more third-party logistics firms on behalf of a brand or manufacturer. Compared to a 3PL, a 4PL provider is much more of a strategic partner that integrates all of the resources, processes, and technology across your supply chain.

Supply Chain Management 158

Supply Chain Management Shipping Management Inventory Management 158

Wiser

JUNE 8, 2021

Enterprise resource planning, or ERP, is software that aggregates and manages business information in a central location, helping users handle core functions across the company as a whole. In general, ERP systems are beneficial because they: Improve data management across departments. What is a Pricing Engine?

Supply Chain Management 148

Supply Chain Management Management Location Planning 148

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A centralized database acts as a single source of truth for all business data, allowing retailers to manage information from multiple channels and locations efficiently. A centralized database is a system where all of a company’s data is stored in one location, accessible to all departments and retail locations in real time.

Inventory Management 90

Inventory Management Location Management Supply Chain Management 90

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Set benchmarks for inventory management, including the rate of inventory turnover and tracking and fill rate. Continue to review minimum stock limits and develop contingency plans should supply issues emerge. Pricing and promotional strategies will be vital as consumers are more cost-conscious.

Inventory Turnover 147

Inventory Turnover Supply Chain Management Customer Retention Inventory Management 147

Inside Retail

AUGUST 25, 2021

Effective supply chain management, scale and in-store support are integral components of the end-to-end provided by Strikeforce. Data-driven insight from our category and insights team ensures Strikeforce is calling on the right stores, in the right locations at the right time. Scope a project with us.

Consumer 147

Consumer Supply Chain Management Returns Supermarket 147

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Save A Lot has implemented a number of SymphonyAI’s Retail CPG solutions, including master data management (MDM) , core merchandising , insights , vendor portal and retail operations. Save A Lot operates approximately 850 stores in 32 states across the U.S. The company retained 18 stores in its home market of St.

Wholesale 162

Wholesale Supermarket Management Location 162

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Research from Nielsen IQ, cited by Centric Software, the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software market leader, shows that 99 per cent of Australian households continue to buy private-label products. Faster, quicker decisions can ensure faster time from concept to market.

Supply Chain Management 130

Supply Chain Management Planning Consumer Marketing 130

Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2024

Xue stated that JD Logistics already operates several self-operated warehouses across key European locations, including the UK, France, Germany and more. JD then manages the entire fulfilment process – whether for e-commerce orders, offline stores, or direct-to-consumer deliveries.

Merchant Services 130

Merchant Services Inventory Turnover Inventory Management Supply Chain Management 130

365 Retail

JANUARY 13, 2022

JD.com has opened two robotic shops by the new brand name “ ochama ” in the Netherlands, with more locations to follow soon. The new model of shops introduces an unprecedented shopping format merging online ordering and pick-up shop in which robots prepare the parcels, and home delivery service.

Shopping 111

Shopping Home Furnishings Supply Chain Management Payment Services 111

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 19, 2021

Online retailers and brands must start by reviewing existing data to determine where their customers are located, and determine how inventory should be effectively dispersed across the UK and EU. Christophe Pecoraro is Managing Director, PFS Europe . As Managing Director, he oversees all PFS operations across Europe.

Fulfillment 158

Fulfillment Supply Chain Management Management Promotions 158

Independent Retailer

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Poor supply chain data quality poses a challenge for most organizations, compromising operational effectiveness, regulatory risk compliance, and stifling logistical agility. It assesses the current level of data maturity within the supply chain that can serve as a baseline for improvements. Balancing Inventory Like A Pro.

Supply Chain Management 86

Supply Chain Management Inventory Management Management Planning 86

Wiser

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Consumers enjoyed the ability to browse and compare products across multiple retailers at their leisure, without the limitations of store hours or geographic location. The appeal of online shopping is multifaceted. Consumers expect convenience, and not meeting those expectations can lead to lost sales or even a negative brand image.

Retail Trends 147

Retail Trends Promotions Supply Chain Management Consumer 147

Wiser

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Third-party logistics, often referred to as 3PL, is the process of outsourcing logistics processes, such as inventory management, procurement, warehousing, and fulfillment, to a specialized provider. Some 3PL providers simply cover partial supply chain services, offering only warehousing, distribution, shipping and receiving, etc.

Fulfillment 135

Fulfillment Shipping Inventory Management Management 135

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Technological innovations have streamlined supply-chain management and warehouse operations. Among the indirect beneficiaries of the DTC boom are third-party logistics providers (3PLs), responsible for delivering products even to remote locations. What lies ahead?

Supply Chain Management 130

Supply Chain Management Beauty and Health Consumer Fashion 130

Inside Retail

JUNE 27, 2023

Fender’s APAC president Edward “Bud” Cole told Inside Retail that Tokyo is the perfect location for the iconic guitar brand’s first flagship store. “By The flagship store will also house a Fender cafe “powered by verve coffee roasters” and an event space that will host broadcast shows, panel discussions, performances and workshops.

Supply Chain Management 130

Supply Chain Management Marketing Returns Location 130