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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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4 Top Inventory Management Techniques and Best Practices

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

Do you know how to manage your inventory as effectively as possible? What are the inventory management best practices? If you can’t answer these questions, it’s time to reconsider how you manage your inventory. Do you have enough stock on hand?

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Rethinking Returns: Innovative Strategies for Retailers to Drive Growth in 2024

Retail TouchPoints

Think about the everyday shopper: for many, the nearest returns location isn’t just around the corner. Then there’s the hassle of printing a return label, carefully repackaging the dress and taking time out of her busy day to drop it off at a shipping location. So why do customers delay returns?

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Automation: The Driving Force Behind Warehouse Management Growth

Retail TouchPoints

They offer the greatest flexibility and visibility in the network and reduce systemwide inventory carrying costs; and. Drones: Leveraging drones for shipping and delivery fulfillment came to attention when Amazon revealed their ‘Octocopter’ in 2013.

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eCommerce Logistics for Retail Stores

Rain Pros

Ensure you compare different eCommerce platforms as they feature varying degrees of logistics integration that can impact order processing, shipping and delivery. Platforms with good logistics integration capabilities can ensure you can manage orders efficiently, provide accurate shipping information and streamline operations.

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eCommerce Logistics for Retail Stores

Rain Pros

Ensure you compare different eCommerce platforms as they feature varying degrees of logistics integration that can impact order processing, shipping and delivery. Platforms with good logistics integration capabilities can ensure you can manage orders efficiently, provide accurate shipping information and streamline operations.

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10 Online Business for Sale in June

Small Biz Trends

The seller is going to provide training on CRM systems, website and Instagram upkeep, and maintenance of inventory. The business is located in Colmar, PA with an asking price of $300,000 and a cash flow of $165,000. The business is located in Tampa, FL with an asking price of $27,500,000. Online Pet Gadget Store.