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Choosing a Distribution Model: Drop Shipping vs Traditional Inventory

Retail Bound

One of the topics that consistently comes up in the retail world is the logistics of shipping. From the manufacturers to the distributors, to your retail store – there are many factors and unexpected costs to consider during the shipping process that can be often overlooked. Choose a model that can scale with your growth trajectory.

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Hanna Andersson Gives Fans What They’ve Long Wanted — A Loyalty Program

Retail TouchPoints

In addition to discounts, program members also will receive shipping perks, early access to sales and new product launches, and exclusive access to limited edition drops. In 2019, Hanna Andersson shifted to a fully DTC model , closing all its stores and ending its wholesale business.

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DoorDash Debuts Package Pickup Service to Streamline Returns

Retail TouchPoints

DoorDash has introduced Package Pickup, allowing consumers across the country to have the service deliver up to five return items per trip to UPS, FedEx or the USPS. Consumers can attach prepaid shipping labels to their returns or send a shipping QR code directly to their “Dasher” via the DoorDash app.

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Supply Chain Volume & Wholesale Prices Dropping Rapidly

Independent Retailer

After the pandemic-driven surge in consumer demand that triggered a frenzy of shipping activity and skyrocketing prices, logistics and transportation companies are signaling a fast slowdown. Shipping and wholesale prices are plunging and orders are not being placed as often. . Wholesale Imports. Wholesale Imports.

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Responding to Activist Investor Pressure, VF Lays Off Corporate Employees

Retail TouchPoints

30, 2023, VF reported significant losses across the business, including a 1% drop in wholesale, largely driven by the Americas, which fell 11% , and a 3% decrease in the direct-to-consumer business. During an earnings call discussing the results, VF unveiled Reinvent, a “comprehensive program” to help right the ship.

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Wholesale Central Introduces New Amazon FBA Suppliers Category

Independent Retailer

Wholesale Central , the internet’s leading directory of wholesale suppliers, has introduced a brand new supplier category on their website, Amazon FBA Suppliers , to make it easier for retailers nationwide to find wholesalers that offer this service. . Wholesale Central is a product of Sumner Communications, Inc.

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Wholesale Christmas Holiday Gifts 2023

Independent Retailer

The holiday season of 2023 is sure to be an exciting time for retailers, as consumers continue to look for the latest trends in wholesale products. To help them prepare, here are some predictions regarding upcoming wholesale product trends for the holidays this year. Any little problem can lead to cart abandonments.