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Size Packs vs Individual SKUs in Fashion Retail Allocation
When it comes to running an optimised seasonal retail business, the allocation of inventory is a critical task that can either boost stock turn and profit or hamper…
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Fashion is fickle, today more than ever, and staying ahead of trends and consumer demands is critical to staying relevant in today’s hyper trend cycle world. Getting it…
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Size Packs vs Individual SKUs in Fashion Retail Allocation
When it comes to running an optimised seasonal retail business, the allocation of inventory is a critical task that can…
Why Reducing the Cash-to-Cash Cycle Matters in Fashion Retail
Fashion is fickle, today more than ever, and staying ahead of trends and consumer demands is critical to staying relevant…
How to manage markdowns in fashion retail
The major high-level key considerations to help you own your next markdown.
Intelligent Fashion Allocation & Replenishment
Our latest module overview looking at fashion allocation & replenishment.
The Fashion Allocation Puzzle
Get the right product, into the right store, at the right time.
Case Study: Cape Union Mart
Cape Union Mart, a prominent South African retail group, has successfully transformed its merchandising operations with the help of Pattern…
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In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, data has emerged as a powerful tool for driving decision-making and building trust.
Building Resilience in Retail
The pandemic & subsequent disruptions have exposed weaknesses in the global retail supply chain.
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