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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.


Jon Allen
Nov 7, 20243 min read
Deduction Management: Retail 101
Are you struggling with deduction management in retail? Learn how to recover revenue and streamline the process with our expert tips.


Jon Allen
Nov 7, 20242 min read
Chargebacks and Disputes: Retail 101
Imagine you're with a friend who just started supplying to a big retailer. They lean in, looking frustrated, and say, "I just got hit...


Jon Allen
Jun 6, 20243 min read
A Supplier’s Guide to Working with a Food Broker
Discover the advantages of partnering with a food broker to boost your sales, save costs, and navigate the complex retail landscape efficien


Jon Allen
May 22, 20243 min read
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
Jan 12, 20243 min read
Navigating the Maze of Walmart Post-Audit Deductions: A Supplier's Guide
Introduction For suppliers doing business with Walmart, understanding post-audit deductions is not just important—it's crucial for...


Jon Allen
Jan 10, 20242 min read
Walmart’s Pro Seller Program: A Comprehensive Guide for Suppliers
Today, we're diving into maximizing your success on Walmart Marketplace and the Pro Seller Program. With the introduction of Walmart’s...


Jon Allen
Jan 2, 20242 min read
Top 10 Retail Predictions for 2024
As we begin 2024, the retail landscape is evolving unprecedentedly, driven by technological advances and changing consumer behaviors. For...


Jon Allen
Nov 9, 20233 min read
Localize to Thrive: A CPG Brand's Guide to Regional Dominance
When we talk about the expansion and growth of a brand, it's easy to get caught up in the grandiosity of 'going national' or even...


Jon Allen
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Suppliers, Meet Your Deduction Recovery Ally: Woodridge Retail Group
In the fast-paced world of consumer packaged goods (CPG), suppliers often navigate a maze of fees, fines, and deductions imposed by...


Jon Allen
Oct 19, 20232 min read
Unlocking Rapid Growth: The Retail Broker’s Magic Touch
In the retail world, where countless brands jostle for attention, achieving a foothold can often feel like scaling Everest. Yet, the...


Jon Allen
Oct 17, 20232 min read
How Retail Chargeback Web Portals Might Be Letting Suppliers Down
In the age of e-commerce, a simple online shopping experience sometimes brings us to a point of frustration. Have you ever tried reaching...


Jon Allen
Oct 12, 20232 min read
AI in Retail: A Blessing or a HAL 9000 Waiting to Happen?
When the classic film “2001: A Space Odyssey” premiered in 1968, few could have predicted how relevant its exploration of artificial...


Jon Allen
Oct 9, 20232 min read
Expert Advocacy: Your Brand's Ticket to Retail Stardom
Navigating the world of retail is akin to mastering the choreography of an intricate dance. One misstep can lead your brand into...


Jon Allen
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Decoding Price Sensitivity: Smart Moves for CPG Brands
Consumer price sensitivity has emerged as a pivotal challenge in today's dynamic retail landscape. Economic shifts, global crises like...


Jon Allen
Sep 21, 20233 min read
Supercharge Walmart.com Sales: A Supplier's Guide to Black Friday Success
Introduction Welcome! This blog will explore how you can skyrocket your sales on this retail powerhouse. The secret? A harmonious blend...


Jon Allen
Sep 6, 20232 min read
Improving Supplier Profitability: Woodridge Retail Group's Deduction Recovery Solutions
Introduction Maintaining robust profit margins is a constant challenge for suppliers in the fast-paced world of retail. Deductions can...


Jon Allen
Aug 10, 20232 min read
Avoiding Retail Chargebacks and Maximizing Deduction Recoveries in Four Easy Steps
Introduction Retail suppliers know how frustrating and financially damaging chargebacks and invoice deductions can be. At Woodridge...


Jon Allen
Jun 15, 20233 min read
Mastering the Amazon Buy Box: Your Path to Sales Success
Introduction Calling all Amazon sellers! Are you ready to skyrocket your sales on the world's largest online marketplace? With Amazon...
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