Inside Retail

APRIL 17, 2023

All that combines to shift the mindset of consumers to what we call ‘mindful consumption’. Last month, the department store reported its highest interim profit since 2014. Tread carefully because markdowns will bite hard if you misjudge stock weights. And you’ll need a pre-planned mechanism to achieve that.

Department Stores 246

Department Stores Markdowns Boutique Supermarket 246

Indigo 9 Digital

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

It was easy for Forever 21 to capture the hearts and minds of young consumers looking for trendy apparel. While many argue Forever 21’s demise is due to a more socially conscious consumer fast fashion retailers are as popular as ever. If you can’t move all of the inventory then markdowns are required which eats into sales per sq.

Fast Fashion 98

Fast Fashion Fashion Apparel Department Stores 98

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

In fact, according to a recent Accenture study , 92% of the 50 North American retailers surveyed said they are either piloting RFID or have reached full adoption, up from 34% in 2014. Additionally, it boosts sales margins and expedites returns and exchanges, making it a valuable tool for profitably improving the consumer experience.

Fulfillment 226

Fulfillment Markdowns Inventory Management Customer Experience 226