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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.
Retail Compliance Isn’t Sexy—But It Can Make or Break Your Brand
No one starts a brand because they love compliance. But ignoring it? That’s how you go from “next big thing” to “why aren’t we getting...
Jon Allen
3 days ago1 min read
Amazon Prime Days vs. Walmart Deals 2025
What We Learned from This Year’s Retail Heavyweight Showdown Every July, it’s the same showdown with new twists: Amazon Prime Day versus...
Jon Allen
Jul 253 min read
How to Avoid Becoming the Retail Buyer’s Backup Plan
You thought your buyer loved you. You thought you were locked in for resets and features. Then a new competitor shows up—and just like that, your item disappears from the set.
Jon Allen
Jul 231 min read
Five Retail Insights from Walmart’s Q2 2024 Earnings That You Can Use Now
Walmart’s Q2 2024 earnings report shows how American shoppers navigate today’s marketplace and can help you improve your strategy.
Jon Allen
Aug 15, 20242 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
May 22, 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
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
5 Ways the Pandemic Continues to Reshape Shopping
As we usher in another year, it's crucial to reflect on the transformative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the retail sector. While...
Jon Allen
Jan 25, 20242 min read
Notes from CES 2024: Walmart's Revolutionary AI and AR Technologies
Introduction: Walmart, the retail juggernaut, has again disrupted the industry landscape by unveiling groundbreaking AI and AR...
Jon Allen
Jan 12, 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 10, 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
Jan 2, 20242 min read
Turning Post-Holiday Returns into Brand Wins: A Guide for Suppliers
Introduction As the festive glitter settles post-holidays, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) suppliers often face a less sparkly reality: a...
Jon Allen
Dec 7, 20232 min read
Crafting Brand Magic: A Blueprint for Small Suppliers to Achieve Memorable Consumer Recognition
Building memorable consumer brand recognition as a small brand can seem impossible in today's fiercely competitive retail landscape.
Jon Allen
Oct 27, 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 9, 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
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Cracking the Code: Your Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Walmart Supplier
Becoming a Walmart supplier is a golden ticket in the world of retail. Check out this supplier guide from Woodridge Retail Group.
Jon Allen
Aug 15, 20233 min read
Costco's Move to Sam's Club's Backyard: A Win for Shoppers in NW Arkansas
Update: July 14 - A Costco Wholesale store is no longer possible in Northwest Arkansas—for now, anyway. Lowell Mayor Chris Moore...
Jon Allen
May 17, 20232 min read
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