Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2022

Target is taking multiple actions to right-size its inventory, including additional markdowns, removing excess inventory and cancelling orders, as it makes room for merchandise including groceries and back-to-school supplies. Target also is revising its sales forecasts, future promotion plans and cost expectations by category.

Planning 279

Planning Supply Chain Management Promotions Markdowns 279

Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2022

Supply chain disruption may have become a singularly hot topic in retail circles these past years, but a focus on improving supply chain planning and forecasting is far more than just a passing trend. The post AI-driven solutions take supply chain planning to the next level appeared first on Inside Retail.

Planning 130

Planning Supply Chain Management Markdowns Management 130

Retalon

MARCH 21, 2025

AOP meaning – Annual Operating Plan, is a comprehensive strategic plan that outlines a companys financial goals, key initiatives, and operational tactics for the upcoming fiscal year. For retailers, an AOP serves as a central planning tool that drives alignment across departments and informs high-level decisions.

Markdowns 41

Markdowns Finance Promotions Planning 41

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Inventory Management: Retailers often struggle with balancing sufficient inventory to meet demand while avoiding excess stock, which can lead to increased carrying costs and potential markdowns. Share Forecasts and Plans: Provide suppliers with demand forecasts and plans to help them prepare for upcoming needs.

Supply Chain Management 52

Supply Chain Management Inventory Management Fulfillment Management 52

M19 Retail

APRIL 14, 2021

The multiplication of choices induced by this model translates into a drop in productivity of the physical store space and an increase in markdowns at the end of the season to sell unsold products. This complexity requires more planning effort than only large data analysis and algorithms using artificial intelligence can help manage.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Management Markdowns Accounting 52

Retail Assist

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It calls for a seamless integration of all business processes, from inventory management to customer experience. This is where Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems come into play, offering retailers the tools to unify and streamline their operations. Staying ahead means more than just knowing your market and customers inside out.

Inventory Management 52

Inventory Management Supply Chain Management Markdowns Customer Experience 52

Retalon

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In short, true supply chain sustainability that minimizes waste while increasing profits can only be possible through the effective use of technology. Let’s take a closer look at how sustainable supply chain management results in efficient, cost-saving operations that are better suited to our current social, and environmental needs.

Supply Chain Management 41

Supply Chain Management Dead-Stock Markdowns Shipping 41