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Working towards a common goal
A truly efficient supply chain is the holy grail of retailing. It’s difficult in any business, but even more so in retail, given the thousands of suppliers and hundreds of thousands of products entwined within it.
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Confidence booster
There is no such thing as a natural salesperson and often fear of rejection stops store staff from approaching customers but, as Katie Kilgallen finds out, self-confidence can often be taught
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Blowing hot and cold
Developers want to make their shopping centres sustainable, but there is only so much they can do – retailers need to play their part too. So are they really interested, asks John Ryan
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Financing the supply chain
When working capital gets trapped in inefficient supply chains, the impact on overall sourcing costs can be significant, so it is important to look closely at your financial supply chain.
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A team effort
Being upfront with suppliers might not be instinctive to retailers, but understanding each other’s needs is the only way to achieve efficiencies Charlotte Dennis-Jones explains why collaboration will get you everywhere
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A question of collaboration
Want to make savings, improve supplier relations and enhance your green credentials in one fell swoop – and at no cost to your business? Charlotte Dennis-Jones finds out about a Government-funded scheme that helps retailers do just that
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Take stock
When it comes to e-tail, getting fulfilment right first time, every time is more than just good netiquette – it’s crucial in keeping customers coming back, says Liz Morrell
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Improve your credit score
Supply chain finance not only helps retailers improve terms for their suppliers, but bolsters the working relationship too. Liz Morrell reports on the benefits for both parties
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Nothing ventured, nothing gained
A private equity buy-out often spells radical change for the supply chain, but establishing the foundations of best practice will lead to growth in the long run. Glynn Davis reports
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End result
The end-to-end supply chain approach can not only increase efficiency, but reduce costs and improve service for non-food retailers into the bargain, as Alison Clements discovers
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In the midnight hour
After-hours replenishment has benefits for the retailer, customer and environment alike, says Liz Morrell – but it’s not without its challenges