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Inventory Management Tips for Retailers to Reduce Overstock and Increase Profits

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Whether you’re selling sneakers, sofa sets, or fine jewelry, carrying too much stock ties up cash, eats up space, and leads to markdowns. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), retailers lose an estimated $50 billion annually due to inventory distortion, which includes overstock and out-of-stock issues.

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Forever 21: 4 Reasons it Failed & Filed for Bankruptcy

Indigo 9 Digital

It was easy for Forever 21 to capture the hearts and minds of young consumers looking for trendy apparel. Although clothing is a department store staple retailers like Sears or specialty retailers like Gap couldn’t keep up with a more nimble fast fashion retailer like Forever 21. Large stores are inherently risky.

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5 REASONS OMNICHANNEL ORDER FULFILMENT IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST SPEED…

Retail Minded

While these benefits can be multiple and meaningful, there are challenges that need to be considered too; making the need a unified supply chain platform that powers omnichannel offerings, a must have for brands in 2022. #3 3 : SUPPLY CHAINS NEED TO BE MORE AGILE.

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5 Ways Agentic AI Is Powering Smarter Retail Operations

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

This shift from reactive to autonomous AI is helping retailers streamline operations, enhance CX, and stay competitive. Whether you’re in apparel, footwear, jewelry, or home goods, agentic AI is redefining how retail works in 2025 and beyond. It also suggests markdowns that clear slow-moving stockwithout hurting margins.