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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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 9, 2023

From choosing more eco-friendly materials to incorporating energy-saving technologies, these companies have seen the importance of creating better environmental practices and have acted accordingly. Luxury retail brands are making sustainability a priority more than ever before. Sustainability can be highly data-driven.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Supply chain challenges are nothing new, but they are newly in the spotlight as massive consumer delays and shortages affect the shopping public. Once goods make it off a ship, the next slowdown comes as dozens of entities with conflicts of their own work to accommodate their quick transport.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications. Furthermore, product substitution allows businesses to diversify their sourcing to mitigate supply chain risks.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Supply chain and last mile challenges have been grabbing headlines for months, and executives from Ulta Beauty , American Eagle and others shared their advice on how retailers can turn these troubles into opportunities at the Home Delivery World logistics conference. Ulta’s Three Pillars Connect Supply Chain, Associates and Shoppers.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

This strategic web-based transportation intelligence platform offers shippers a streamlined technology targeted to three categories: energy, freight and sustainability solutions. CleanMile: Actively turns transportation data and insights into effective sustainability initiatives to help make real progress toward scope 3 emissions reduction.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 9, 2021

BOPIS helps retailers provide a more accurate stock inventory and better visibility of the stock, keeping supply chains running smoothly. is one of the most significant retail technology upgrades. technology aids the ability to repopulate these emptied pipelines and supply chains. The transition from BOPIS 1.0

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As supply chains become increasingly complex due to the proliferation of commerce channels and higher consumer expectations, businesses are turning to outsourced functions that can deliver on speed, quality and cost. Many traditional retailers have relied on the belief that controlling more parts of their supply chain will bring costs down.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 26, 2022

The retailer is aiming to achieve full stock visibility in its supply chain. Charanga will use RFID technology to enable a real-time view of stock in order to optimize product availability across all channels and provide the foundation for omnichannel services including buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS) and ship-to-store.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 26, 2021

At a time when brand interactions bridge both digital and physical shopping, it is increasingly important for retailers to leverage technology to improve customer experiences and create value. Here are a few examples of how technology enhances customer experience and strengthens brand value.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

But their cybersecurity teams pay much less attention to the sprawling network of vendors in the supply chain. Supply chains for large retailers can involve tens of thousands of manufacturers, haulage firms, technology vendors and other suppliers spread throughout the world. For hackers this is a window of opportunity.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 21, 2022

Supply chain struggles never used to make headlines. That changed over the past few years as the COVID-19 pandemic and then the Russian invasion of Ukraine strained the supply chains for everything from chicken tenders to precious metals — resulting in empty shelves, delayed order shipments, reduced profit and frustrated retail customers.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Great Omnichannel Experiences Win Customers Consumers expect great omnichannel experiences — from fast shipping to buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS): 83% of consumers search elsewhere if they can’t find fast shipping options. 92% of consumers shop elsewhere to save on shipping , leading to cart abandonment. Reduce cost.

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Wiser

JUNE 5, 2023

As a small business owner, managing supply chain issues is nothing new. Because smaller retailers cannot always order in bulk or far in advance like many larger retailers do, any supply chain disruptions are often felt faster and stronger by small businesses.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 18, 2020

The supply chain has faced fulfillment challenges from this influx of online orders, along with a myriad of crisis-related disruptions including: Long wait times at warehouse depots. Improve Supply Chains, Boost Customer Satisfaction. Supply chain operations significantly impact customer satisfaction, especially for ecommerce orders.

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lateshipment

MAY 15, 2023

A little analysis of your customer behavior at this stage or simply asking for their feedback will give you an insight into how your shipping policy impacted their purchasing decision. But why are these shipping policies so crucial that 67% of shoppers check a store’s policy before making a purchase?

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 15, 2021

Many retailers’ supply chains have been hit by the combination of the global pandemic, skyrocketing global logistics costs and the recent dramas in the Suez Canal. What steps do retailers need to take to secure product and supply chains as we move toward a post-COVID world? Demand, Not Supply Chains. Know Where Your Product is.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 26, 2024

One of the most significant issues of all is figuring out how you’re going to manage the complexities of shipping, both domestically and internationally. That means you need to figure out how you’re going to deliver a shipping experience that’s transparent, reliable, and cost-effective.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 3, 2022

population with next-day or two-day shipping. The retailer will utilize technology developed by Knapp and tested in a Pedricktown, N.J. Traditional Walmart fulfillment centers follow a twelve -step fulfillment process, but the new technology will condense it down to five steps: Unload:? population. population.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 11, 2020

As the pandemic has driven the adoption of e-Commerce to a level retailers didn’t expect to see for a year or more, many are speeding up the development of digital products and services that were further ahead on their technology roadmaps. The third-party vendors will ship the products directly to the consumers’ homes.

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lateshipment

JANUARY 7, 2021

Cloud computing is revolutionizing technology that has created a buzz in many business areas due to its ease of accessibility and flexibility. After looking at such exponential figures, there is no doubt that companies worldwide have outgrown the outdated technologies and expanded their investments towards cloud computing.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 10, 2020

However, when it comes to retail specifically, oftentimes the customer experience is fully dependent on the supply chain experience. Enter the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO). And a subset that is top of mind for retailers (especially right now) is the supply chain. Embracing Technology.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 20, 2023

In 2023, supply chains must adjust to the dramatic changes in consumer demand, congested ports, and chaotic distribution centers. This means that the retail supply chain and supporting logistics must adapt to these volatile market conditions. These initiatives help increase supply chain efficiency and reduce the cost of operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 6, 2024

In an effort to reduce sizing-related return rates, some fashion brands are working with Fit:Match.ai, a ‘digital twin’ matching platform that uses AR body-scanning technology designed to help shoppers select their size more accurately. This is just one example of how companies are utilizing technology innovations to prevent returns up front.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 30, 2020

One surefire outcome already taking place across global trade and the domestic supply chain is the shift toward reshoring. The globalization of our supply chain has been a developing story for decades. In addition to streamlining the supply chain and improving safety, bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. and abroad.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

RFID-ticketed products are not yet required for drop-ship suppliers. ” The retailer provided recommendations for three providers: FineLine Technologies , Avery Dennison and PAX Tag and Label. Some are leveraging RFID data to improve workflows and supply chain visibility.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2020

The impact of digital technology on the retail industry has been nothing short of profound. Amid all the turmoil, one thing is clear: COVID-19 is simply a catalyst for adopting digital retailing technology. In recent years, bricks have morphed into clicks and taps as consumers have embraced the convenience of online shopping.

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RetailMinded

JULY 3, 2022

Supply chain issues have hit 80% of US merchants in the last year, according to a new Brightpearl survey. The survey found that shortage of goods was the biggest supply problem – experienced by 67% of respondents. The hardest hit sector was DIY and Gardening, with 78% of respondents being impacted by supply chain issues.

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Pivotree Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

Supply chain management (SCM) is an ongoing process. Keep reading to learn what actions to take in 2023 to streamline your supply chain management system , fulfill orders promptly, and minimize shipping delays for your customers. Supply Chain Management Dos Let’s start with what you should do. Faster than you think.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 3, 2023

Individuals and companies are finding that they can apply the lens of sustainability to virtually any part of their operations — from the raw materials used to make products to how those products are packed for shipping to handling the waste that comes from unsold food.

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ESW

JUNE 14, 2023

Finding the right warehouse and shipping provider can be a challenge for any brand with a DTC ecommerce channel. Here are eight factors and criteria every beauty brand should consider when selecting a warehouse and shipping provider. But for beauty brands, the task is even more daunting.

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Supply Chain Crisis & Product Catalog Management. With an international supply chain crisis fueled by a global pandemic, the public is left with empty shelves and shortages, plus skyrocketing prices when they do find comparable products. However, in the fear of delivery delays, supply chain vendors add fuel to the fire themselves.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 9, 2023

The DC is capable of shipping 76 million units annually and will employ approximately 550 people during peak periods. has launched operations at the largest of its 46 global distribution centers, a new 1.2 million-square-foot facility in Ontario, Calif. in a statement. in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 20, 2022

For most types of consumer retail stores, the pandemic scared regulars away, diminished traffic from visitors, altered consumer preferences, snapped formerly reliable supply chains and required dramatic shifts in the way stores serve their clientele. Do they invest in automation technology to enhance data-sharing between sales channels?

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 24, 2022

Start With the Supply Chain. Consumers have become much more eco-conscious, but uptake of slow fashion practices has inevitably been sluggish, as the costs to the manufacturer (and others in the supply chain) are not insignificant when comparing the profits that fast fashion brings into the industry. An Eco-Conscious Journey.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The company has successfully helped retailers like American Eagle Outfitters leverage RFID and computer vision-based inventory tracking technology to create a holistic, near-real-time view of inventory across stores to empower both associates and consumers.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 22, 2022

“Logicbroker’s technology has modernized and streamlined this process, connecting us to our suppliers faster than ever and with a lower cost of ownership. We have better vendor management capabilities now, and with complete visibility of our digital supply chain, we are positioned for great scalable growth.”

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