Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 9, 2024

In 2020 he joined Alibaba, where he is now tasked with developing the company’s strategy and building platform-level solutions around international shipping, logistics, cross-border trade and global expansion. Post-pandemic, the focus has shifted from managing disruptions to more proactive planning around supply chain resilience.

Merchant Services 262

Merchant Services Shipping Fulfillment Inventory Management 262

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2022

Supply chain management is the heart of retail management and has the ability to inform the overall health of a business. As a result, businesses looking to gain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace are investing more heavily in supply chain management. Navigating the Dynamic and Evolving Shipping Industry.

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Supply Chain Management Inventory Management Shipping Management 310

Retail Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

Order Fulfillment When outsourcing, retailers can benefit from streamlined inventory management, order processing, and shipping. This frees up your time to focus on strategic decision-making, financial planning, and growth initiatives.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 25, 2022

If shipping is delayed and orders are late, tell your customers. 4) Think Big: Improve supply chain and inventory management. Act small: Add a feature to your website allowing customers to search inventory availability in local store locations. 3) Think Big: Build loyal relationships. What does this mean?

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Management Marketing Customer Experience Inventory Management 262

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

As Zebra Technologies’ downloadable e-book Lift Productivity and Improve Execution for the Next-Gen Workforce explains, today’s customers want retailers’ workforces to pick their goods, pack them, ship them, deliver them and return them – all without diminishing in-store service.

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Inventory Management Promotions Management Shipping 299

Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

In internal fulfillment, the business handles the complete process of storing, packing and shipping. The company must have a warehouse to keep its inventory, and a logistics team to manage the goods for storing, ordering and shipping directly to stores/distributors or customers.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2020

With a new retail management solution in place, Burton will now be able to: Deploy mobile POS (mPOS) devices in its stores; Provide store associates with improved visibility into customer, product and inventory data ; and Gain a unified view of its e-Commerce and brick-and-mortar operations at both the store and headquarters levels. “The

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Planning Wholesale Customer Experience Store Operations 283

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 10, 2023

Technology Leads to Category Leadership Shipping technology has significantly improved in recent years and is now a massive determinant of CPG brand success. These tools can be available as SaaS (Software as a Service) or as a plug-in to their existing FMS (freight management system), which benefits those who manage their freight.

Shipping 268

Shipping Inventory Management Location Management 268

Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

There are numerous headlines about shipping delays and stock shortages, and growing concerns about getting goods to the UK in time to satisfy festive sales demand. Months and months of rising shipping costs are creating some optimism that the surge in transportation prices is nearing its peak. 3) Scale up scenario planning.

Inventory Management 147

Inventory Management Supply Chain Management Shipping Planning 147

Bindo

JULY 18, 2017

TOP 6 INVENTORY MANAGEMENT TIPS THAT GIVE AMAZING RESULTS. Inventory management is all about getting the balance right; making sure you offer the right selection of products and services to the right customers while committing minimized cash and costs. The need for cycle counting is integral in order to manage inventory.

Inventory Management 40

Inventory Management Management Planning Shipping 40

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Accurate demand forecasting is the bedrock of efficient inventory management — a vital logistics function that should be operating at peak performance levels during the holiday shopping season when consumers expect the inventory they want to be available. 1: Demand forecasting. 2: Order cycle time. 3: Order accuracy.

Fulfillment 294

Fulfillment Returns Shipping Promotions 294

Retail Smart Guys

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Timing is Everything: When to Begin Inventory Planning Inventory planning is the backbone of successful retail operations. While the specifics of inventory planning can vary from one retailer to another, one thing remains constant – timing is everything. Understanding supplier lead times is crucial.

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Planning Inventory Management Promotions Shipping 52

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

It’s been a while since she’s been on the front lines though — not since the late ‘80s to be exact, when she was a manager at Express. To the employees she worked with while undercover she was Marie, a former gift shop manager from Ohio whose quest for a new start was being recorded for a documentary. And that’s not all.

Inventory Management 315

Inventory Management Beauty and Health Management Planning 315

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 21, 2022

To keep up with rising demand, you need to set aside outdated supply management tactics and adopt longer-term solutions that help you get ahead of potential problems instead of reacting to them after it’s too late. Retailers are well aware of the limitations of traditional supply chain management tactics. Plan for future variability.

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Supply Chain Management Planning Shipping Inventory Management 246

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

This instability, together with increased gas and energy prices, has affected shipping costs. Set benchmarks for inventory management, including the rate of inventory turnover and tracking and fill rate. Continue to review minimum stock limits and develop contingency plans should supply issues emerge.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

These retailers cited the ongoing impact of COVID, Brexit-related changes and rising shipping costs as the three biggest risks preventing supply chains from stabilising. Senior professionals with responsibility for stock inventory management were asked for their opinions on trends affecting supply chain operations.

Returns 130

Returns Inventory Management Shipping Management 130

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 26, 2022

The rapidly growing retailer, which raised $100 million in a February 2022 funding round, plans to open 25 new stores in 2022 , with more coming in 2023. LaVitola: Anticipating order volume and managing inventory are two of the biggest challenges. How do you plan on using this capital to expand and improve operations?

Payment Services 262

Payment Services Drop-Shipping Shipping Inventory Management 262

365 Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Having found out that “traditional” management tools have become less relevant, brands were forced to rethink their processes to survive, stay relevant and true to their audiences. . In addition to perfecting each brand touchpoint’s management, it is the liaisons that matter the most in an omnichannel context.

Customer Experience 98

Customer Experience Management Payment Services Clienteling 98

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Recent data shows that people plan to buy more gifts and spend more money than they did in 2020. In this rapidly changing environment, retailers need a powerful data platform that can help them adapt and respond with more flexibility and agility than ever before to capture digital and omnichannel shoppers and optimize their inventory.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2021

“If both parties began looking at a variety of data sets, but through the same lens, there would be much more strategic alignment and much less of a disconnect visible in inventory management,” noted Melissa Minkow, Retail Industry Lead at CI&T in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. Why is this such an issue for both parties?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2021

Building an online presence starts with a well-designed website supported by an effective digital marketing plan. A tech stack is the ecosystem of hardware and software platforms needed to manage the DTC order fulfillment process from end to end. Wholesalers are used to shipping pallets and containers from one warehouse to another.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 13, 2023

At least 49% of consumers have purchased a product they didn’t plan to after receiving a personalized product recommendation. Just over a fifth of Gen Z and millennials say they’re planning to buy more second-hand clothing due to rising costs, and we may see this number continue to grow,” the report added. In the U.S.,

Returns 281

Returns Consumer Inventory Management Customer Experience 281

Rain Pros

AUGUST 18, 2023

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.

Payment Services 52

Payment Services Drop-Shipping Shipping Inventory Management 52

Rain Pros

AUGUST 18, 2023

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.

Payment Services 52

Payment Services Drop-Shipping Shipping Inventory Management 52

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Earlier this year, Foot Locker unveiled a plan to drive long-term growth in the business by investing in new store formats and technology, right-sizing its retail footprint, embracing sneaker culture and deepening its relationship with customers.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Returns Inventory Management Planning 130

Inside Retail

MARCH 7, 2024

Expansion plans will be supported by the opening of a second boutique in Victoria and a third in New South Wales by the year’s end. It plans to expand click-and-collect to drive foot traffic in-store, whilst maintaining online shopping convenience, and reward customer loyalty.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

This week, we chat with Szemei Ng, senior product manager for fulfilment at Amazon Australia. I’ve also rolled out a number of inventory health related features on our seller portal including the Inventory Performance Index, which is a metric that helps our selling partners manage their overall inventory management and efficiency over time.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Knowing the specific obstacles between you and the products you’re waiting for is the first step in figuring out a plan to work around shortages and rebuild inventory. For instance, if a certain item is being continuously backed up in ship and train containers, look for ways to get it shipped via air.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 18, 2021

It requires close attention to the entire journey, from growing awareness of the subscription offering to managing recurring orders. Free shipping has become expected by many shoppers. Offer Superior Subscription Management. SMS management: Consumers are increasingly turning to SMS over other forms of communication like email.

Merchant Services 150

Merchant Services Shipping Promotions Payment Services 150

365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

There are numerous headlines about shipping delays and stock shortages, and growing concerns about getting goods to the UK in time to satisfy festive sales demand. Months and months of rising shipping costs are creating some optimism that the surge in transportation prices is nearing its peak. 3) Scale up scenario planning.

Inventory Management 52

Inventory Management Supply Chain Management Shipping Planning 52

Inside Retail

MARCH 2, 2023

One such advancement is the development of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), which have been implemented by a range of companies – including Catch, Toys R Us , and a number of other retailers – for task enhancements ranging from inventory management, order fulfilment, delivery and customer service.

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Fulfillment Inventory Management Beauty and Health Management 130

Retail Focus

JANUARY 12, 2023

But, of course, that has many downsides, such as cost, workforce planning, etc. Inventory Management. Inventory management uses many systems to keep your customers and staff informed of order updates and inventory status, such as procurement, warehouse management, order tracking, etc.

Payment Services 130

Payment Services Inventory Management Returns Checkout 130

365 Retail

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Yet potentially it can be a very rewarding period for sales if forecast and managed correctly. It’s imperative for every forward-thinking retailer to not just understand, but also manage seasonal demand. Understanding these causes enables retailers to better anticipate and plan for seasonal demand.

Inventory Management 52

Inventory Management Management Planning Drop-Shipping 52

Global Shop

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

After going live with Global Shop Solutions ERP software, CSS experienced improved inventory management and scheduling, particularly when they implemented automated processes. Go Digital For Inventory and Material Movement Poor inventory management has more impact on productivity than any process, with the exception of scheduling.

Shopping 52

Shopping Inventory Management Bar Codes Drop-Shipping 52

365 Retail

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

These retailers cited the ongoing impact of COVID, Brexit-related changes and rising shipping costs as the three biggest risks preventing supply chains from stabilising. Senior professionals with responsibility for stock inventory management were asked for their opinions on trends affecting supply chain operations.

Returns 78

Returns Inventory Management Shipping Management 78

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The Retail TouchPoints 2022 Retail Strategy & Planning (#RSP22) webinar series, now available on-demand, offered a wealth of tips and best practices across critical areas including pricing, location-based technology, inventory management and marketplaces.

Merchant Services 268

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Wiser

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Fourth-party logistics, often called 4PL, refers to logistics providers that manage one or more third-party logistics firms on behalf of a brand or manufacturer. 3PL is the process of outsourcing logistics processes, such as inventory management, procurement, warehousing, and fulfillment, to a specialized provider.

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