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Retail Strategies & Supplier Insights
Discover the strategies and insights you need to thrive in the competitive retail landscape. Retail Strategies & Supplier Insights delivers expert advice, actionable tips, and the latest industry trends tailored specifically for retail suppliers. Whether you’re looking to boost sales, recover profits, or navigate retailer relationships, our blog is your go-to resource for success.
Navigating Retail Deductions: Essential Strategies for Suppliers
Navigate retail deductions with expert strategies. Understand OTIF compliance, markdown allowances, chargebacks, and more to protect profit
Jon Allen
May 22, 20243 min read
Walmart's Sky-High Ambitions: The Impact of Drone Delivery on Retail
Walmart is not just conquering the aisles but is now aiming for the skies. With the expansion of its drone delivery service, Walmart is...
Jon Allen
May 17, 20243 min read
From Cart to Courtroom: The Battle Over the Kroger-Albertsons Merger
Update: The Kroger-Albertsons merger is a pivotal development in the U.S. grocery sector, presenting opportunities and challenges.
Jon Allen
May 14, 20243 min read
Faster Checkout, Happier Customers: Insights from Sam's Club's Deployment of AI at Checkout
Uncover how Sam's Club's AI at checkout revolutionizes the shopping experience.
Jon Allen
May 3, 20242 min read
Elevating Everyday: The Strategic Genius Behind Walmart's Bettergoods
Uncover the strategic brilliance behind Walmart's Bettergoods and how it's reshaping the private label landscape.
Jon Allen
May 1, 20242 min read
From Brand Loyalty to Value Hunting: What Suppliers Need to Know About Today's Consumer Trends
In today's competitive retail landscape, gaining a deep understanding of consumer preferences between 'branded' and 'private-label'...
Jon Allen
Apr 22, 20242 min read
A Spring in Our Step: Understanding the March Boost in Retail Sales
As we move deeper into 2024, fresh data from the U.S. Census Bureau offers some illuminating insights. Despite ongoing economic...
Jon Allen
Apr 16, 20242 min read
How CPG Brokers Transform Brand Trajectories
The journey from manufacturing to mass retail creates challenges and opportunities for brands at every stage of their development. Its...
Jon Allen
Mar 18, 20243 min read
5 Essential Strategies for Retail Excellence: A Supplier's Playbook
The world of retail is a dynamic sea where staying afloat means staying ahead. It's not just about gaining a competitive edge—it's about...
Jon Allen
Mar 14, 20242 min read
How Walmart's Expansion of Milk and Meat Facilities is Future-Proofing the Supply Chain
Walmart's decision to expand its infrastructure to meet consumer demand for milk with a new processing facility in Robinson, Texas,...
Jon Allen
Mar 12, 20243 min read
A Supplier’s Guide to Partnering with a Food Broker
In the complex world of consumer packaged goods (CPG), particularly within the food and beverage sector, standing out in a crowded...
Jon Allen
Mar 5, 20242 min read
Analyzing the Kroger-Albertsons Merger
The proposed $25 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons is stirring up considerable debate among the grocery industry and...
Jon Allen
Feb 29, 20242 min read
Understanding Adaptive Retail Strategy: A Supplier's Guide
Unveiling the Future In the rapidly evolving retail landscape, two buzzwords have emerged at the forefront of innovation: omnichannel and...
Jon Allen
Feb 27, 20243 min read
Walmart's Strategic Move: Acquiring Vizio to Redefine Retail and Entertainment
In a bold stride towards redefining the intersection of retail and entertainment, Walmart's acquisition of television manufacturer Vizio...
Jon Allen
Feb 23, 20243 min read
Thriving in Tomorrow: Navigating Walmart's Revolutionary Store of the Future
In an era where the retail landscape is rapidly transforming, Walmart is again at the forefront, shaping the future of shopping with its...
Jon Allen
Feb 19, 20243 min read
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