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Retailers receiving inventories any which way they can

Cathy Roberson

Despite supply chain costs increasing and available capacity almost a rarity, retailers are undertaking a variety of ways to make sure they receive their inventory in time for the ever-important holiday season. “We feel good about the composition of our inventory. It's been difficult to plan inventory flow with much precision.

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Why Companies Need a Supplier Relationship Management Strategy

GlobalTranz

Because of this, businesses are finding it challenging to forecast demand and therefore they risk escalating inventory costs or stock outs. Irina holds an MBA from Brandeis University and BA from Cleveland State University. Omni-channel shopping has given customers a wider selection of goods and a platform for price comparison.