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How Retailers Can Control Costs Even As Return Rates Climb

Retail TouchPoints

In the wake of COVID-19, returns are receiving serious (and necessary) attention for several key reasons: Retailers are spending more processing returns in stores. Sakai also suggested that retailers encourage curbside buy online, return in-store (BORIS) during and after the holidays. Infection Control: Burden Or Benefit?

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POST COVID-19 Outlook on Sporting Goods Industry & Market Trends: The Good, The Bad and The Greatest Opportunities Ahead

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

While quarantine and lockdown left some merchants gasping for air other specialty stores like bicycle stores went on fire as sales skyrocketed. Products are sourced from sporting goods manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers and then sold to the general public via retail stores. Industry Activities.

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5 Ways To Rein In Costly Online Returns

Retail TouchPoints

The good news is that retailers can make a number of adjustments both to reduce return rates and to make the overall process more streamlined and less costly. Direct Consumers To Physical Locations. One way is for retailers to host Return Bars within their stores. in the retailer’s facilities. in the retailer’s facilities.

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2021-2022 Buyer’s Guide Directory

SGN Magazine

The right vendors will welcome you into the fold with great products and customer service that will help you stand apart from other stores. The vendors that advertise in each edition of SGN are proven companies with quality products and a commitment to customer service. adriana@artstudiocompany.com (customer service).

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