Synchronization of Stores and Warehouses: Closing the Profit Gap
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Successful retailers focus their efforts on the unique attributes of each store in the chain. Tailored assortments, promotions, and pricing…

Software Implementations—'Out-of-the-box' or Intelligent Modification
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Retail software vendors face the challenge of how to provide an “out-of-the-box” solution that satisfies the unique requirements of a wide…

Planning and Allocation versus Replenishment: When Is Each the Best Strategy?
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Assortment optimization, pricing decisions, and promotional activity fall flat if a product is not available for purchase. Out-of-stocks,…

Ten Keys for Project Success
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Any project represents significant effort in terms of justifying resource allocation and expense. Project failure may not only diminish or…

Replenishment: What Is It exactly and Why Is It Important?
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Replenishment is an area within operations where retailers can find a competitive edge. Excelling at replenishment enables implementation of…

Order Forecast Collaboration: Benefits for the Entire Demand Chain
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When raw materials providers, manufacturers, and retailers work together to calculate future order needs, they can all act on the best…

Service Level Goal Strategy: Path to Profit
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How can retailers maximize their return when investing in cutting-edge replenishment solutions? After all, if forecasting and purchasing…