Archive Tag: inventory forecasting

The Rise of Predictive Analytics in Inventory Forecasting: What Retailers Need to Know

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The retail environment is perpetually evolving, with technology playing an increasingly critical role in shaping how businesses operate. One of the most influential advancements is the advent of predictive analytics in inventory forecasting. Predictive analytics empowers retailers to make proactive decisions, thereby optimising both inventory levels and customer satisfaction.

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The Real Cost of Overstocking and Stockouts: How to Avoid Both

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Managing inventory effectively is a perpetual challenge for fashion and footwear businesses. Two extremes—overstocking and stockouts—can be financially taxing and detrimental to brand reputation. Understanding the true cost of each and how to mitigate them can be pivotal for operational success. The Financial Impact of Overstocking Overstocking ties up valuable working capital, which could otherwise

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Boosting Profitability in Footwear Retail with Smart Inventory Management

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Before we begin, I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce our upcoming webinar: Taking Your On-Premise Inventory Management to the Cloud and Beyond with StyleMatrix, happening on 27th of November, 2024. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to discuss your challenges as someone in the fashion or footwear retail space with Craig Cookesley, the founder of

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