Smarter Assortments, Stronger Margins
In 2025, assortment planning isn’t about prediction. It’s about precision. Strategy and execution live closer together now, and small changes can ripple through margins, operations, and customer satisfaction. Retailers aren’t reacting anymore. They’re anticipating, adjusting, and realigning faster than ever. And they’re doing it proactively. Not guesswork. The retailers leading this shift aren’t just using
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Retail Data Readiness: 5 AI Prep Steps for IT Teams
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the retail industry, powering smarter forecasting, customer personalization, and product allocation. But AI is only as effective as the data behind it. Inconsistent, outdated, or disorganized data can lead to flawed insights and costly missteps. For IT departments, preparing retail data for AI is no longer optional—it’s essential. From identifying data
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Top 10 Retail Strategy and Change Management Challenges in 2025: AI, Data Readiness & Transformation
As the retail landscape evolves, strategic and change management teams face a surge of new pressures—from rapid AI adoption to shifting workforce expectations. This article from RPE (Retail Process Engineering) outlines the top 10 challenges retail leaders must navigate in 2025. These insights focus on helping retailers stay agile, resilient, and data-ready in an increasingly
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Strategic Change Management in Retail IT: Building a Culture of Innovation
Imagine this: A major retailer rolls out new Planning and Allocation solutions, expecting a seamless transition. However, confusion spreads among employees processes stall and all functionality is not being utilized to its full potential This is the result of poor change management, a scenario all too common in retail IT. At RPE, we understand that
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AI in Retail: Overcoming Anxiety and Embracing Change
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s actively transforming the retail industry. From AI-powered inventory management to hyper-personalized marketing strategies, businesses are leveraging AI to drive efficiency and enhance customer experiences. However, with rapid adoption comes a wave of uncertainty. Many retail professionals are grappling with ‘AI anxiety’—a concern that automation and machine
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Case Study: Successful Implementation of Data Analytics Layer for a Fortune 50 Retailer
Transforming Retail Decision Making: A Successful Implementation of Data Analytics Layer for a Fortune 50 Retailer In today’s competitive retail landscape, data-driven decision-making is crucial for sustained growth and operational efficiency. This case study delves into the successful implementation of a dynamic data analytics layer for a Fortune 50 retailer. Key areas of focus include
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How Cloud Hosting is Revolutionizing Retail Operations
The retail industry has always been fast-paced, but today’s challenges—rising customer expectations, increasing cyber threats, and the need for real-time data access—demand innovative solutions. Enter cloud hosting services, a game-changer for retailers looking to modernize operations, boost efficiency, and stay competitive. For businesses across North America, cloud hosting offers unmatched scalability, security, and performance. With
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Retail Reimagined: Insights and Innovations from NRF 2025
The NRF 2025 Big Show drew more than 40,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors to its bustling halls, showcasing the latest innovations and trends shaping the retail industry. The energy and excitement were evident as retailers and solution providers gathered to explore the future of retail planning and strategy. Mark Stanford, President at RPE, captured the
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Maximizing Retail Efficiency with Advanced Merchandise Management Systems
Retailers today face an increasingly complex landscape, where operational efficiency and customer satisfaction hinge on the ability to manage merchandise effectively. Advanced merchandise management systems play a critical role in helping retailers streamline operations, optimize inventory, and adapt to ever-changing market demands. RPE Solutions is a leader in helping retailers across the USA identify, implement,
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Case Study: Merchandise Planning and Data Management
From Excel to Excellence: Revolutionizing Merchandise Planning and Data Management for a National Automotive Retailer This national automotive retailer is one of the largest independent automotive retailers in the nation. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, the company has focused on expanding its automotive services and acquisitions and developing a growing mobile distribution channel.
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