Did you know that shoppers in the U.S. return approximately 10 percent of all holiday purchases? For online orders, that number is even higher, with an estimated 30 percent of all ecommerce purchases returned. Given that high volume of returns, if retailers aren’t prepared, it can be a major headache. So, how can stores successfully […]

It is very common for retailers to face too much inventory especially during the holiday season. Material builds up and the sales floor becomes cluttered. While you want to provide your customers with a wide selection of items to choose from, too much on the sales floor in an unorganized fashion actually drives them away. […]

There is nothing worse than the post-holiday lull for retail stores. Not only is it dull, but it is also bad for your bottom line. But luckily, the weeks after the holidays don’t necessarily have to be so bleak. So, how can retail stores survive the post-holiday lull? Be sure to keep the following tips […]

Wondering how to get last-minute holiday shoppers into your store or onto your website? To maximize your bottom line this holiday season by appealing to last-minute shoppers, be sure to take a look at the following tips and tricks. Offer expedited shipping. This is an especially effective tactic for online retailers, although stores can also […]

It’s no secret that self-service kiosks are replacing human cashiers at stores across the country, and word has it that Amazon even has a patent for a completely automated store on the books. Automation in retail stores is growing, and it appears it will only continue to do so. This means it is up to […]

Halloween is here, which means that Christmas is less than two months away. With Thanksgiving fast approaching, Black Friday is nearing, which will officially kick off many customers holiday shopping. However, managing the holiday rush is easier said than done. In order to capitalize on the holiday rush, businesses need to have a clear plan […]