Inventory
Chico’s Q1 Sales Tumble 45%, But Says Inventory Hustle Pays Off
After months of lockdown, the women's wear and accessories retailer expects 80 percent of its stores to be…
Net Losses Widen at Express Amid Shrinking Q2 Sales
Coronavirus disruption threw a wrench in Express' turnaround plans.
Can Brands Pandemic-Proof Their Sales Strategies by Going DTC?
As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the world economy, brands are attempting to shift gears to spur…
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This Company Says it Can Solve Fashion’s Unsold Inventory Problem
This company hopes a new infusion of funding can help it tackle fashion's inventory problem head on.
The Key to COVID-19 Recovery: Managing and Selling Excess Inventory Through E-Commerce
As a result of COVID-19, online apparel retailers are dealing with an assortment of inventory challenges.
Under Armour Says Demand Planning Tech Saved Virus-Hit Supply Plans
CEO Patrik Frisk said the athletic products company has seen "significant swings" in supply stemming from…
Macy’s CEO Expects ‘Modest Sales’ When Stores Reopen
CEO Jeff Gennette gave up the details on Macy's plans to reopen stores, which will require cash-flow analysis…
Off-Price Could Gain from Fashion’s Glut of Garments–But Sector’s Success Won’t Be Smooth Sailing
Off-price players could take advantage of some "opportunistic buys" but the sector is facing risks of its own.
What’s Going to Happen to All of Fashion’s Mounting Merchandise?
"Basically, it's a mess, it really is a mess," said Karla Magruder. "There is literally not a place to put…
Specialty Retail Faces Several ‘Grim’ Months of Moving Stale Merch, Fighting for Margins
Will consumers ever want to pay full price again if retailers turn to steep discounts to move coronavirus…
Here’s How Fashion Can Move Excess Stock—And Where Shoppers Are Spending on Luxury
Brands and retailers are at a loss as to how to move product in a landscape where the only predictable…
Fashion and Luxury Brands Are Doing This to Get Through the Pandemic
Not every fashion or luxury retailers has this technology in place, but those that do should make the most of…
Inturn and SAP Have a Solution for Slow-Moving, Excess Inventory
Now more than ever, fashion brands and retailers need solutions to help turn piles of idle inventory into…
Why Retailers Need a ‘Glass Pipeline’ to Facilitate Inventory Efficiency
Retailers now need to expect the unexpected and supply chain visibility provides them the agility needed to…
Why Fleet Feet Opened a Stock-Free Store
New to Oregon's bustling Portland downtown, Fleet Feet's concept store is all about the experience.