At the ICBA Conference 2025 in Chicago, the focus was to give a fresh perspective on how campus stores can drive profitability by adopting strategies from independent retail.

Find out the best tips industry experts revealed at ICBA to maximise merchandise profitability in 2025.

As part of the 2025 MAGIC Conference in Las Vegas, Dane Cohen, Director of Retail Strategy at Management One, discussed major trends impacting retailers in 2025.

Find out about the five fundamental strategies to drive revenue and maintain a healthy inventory flow according to retail experts.

Retailers crave certainty, but the best you can get is probability. And right now, the probability of tariffs affecting your business is no longer theoretical—it’s reality. How do you manage a business in a world of policy-driven price shifts? Fortunately, it’s not just guesswork, it’s about adapting strategically.

This February 2025, the MAGIC Conference in Las Vegas once again brought together the best in retail from all over North America. Missed it ? Here’s a recap of the highlights, trends, and must-know strategies you need to remember from MAGIC.

In today’s competitive retail landscape, stockouts are a silent revenue killer, estimated to cost retailers $1 trillion annually.  Find out how they impact your revenue and customer relationships, and how advanced inventory management systems can help you keep shelves stocked with the right products at the right time.

After the holiday rush, retailers face a crucial task: analyzing sales data to inform inventory planning for the year ahead. Find out the three key steps to leverage post-holiday sales data and how inventory management software can ease this process to effectively plan your inventory this year.

Retailers should consider the new year as the best time to start on the right foot. Whether you’re looking to enhance stock accuracy or streamline replenishment, this checklist will guide you through the essential steps to set up your inventory for a successful year.

Inventory management is one of the most critical aspects of retail operations—and one of the most costly when handled poorly. Here are 5 costly inventory mistakes and how retailers can avoid them using smart inventory management tools in 2025.

Retailers who started using Management One’s inventory planning and forecasting tools on average saw a 20% sales increase in the 12 months following adoption compared to the previous 12 months. Here are 3 ways retailers can maximize profits in January by doing the same.

All retailers focus on the rush of the peak season, but what about those quieter in-between months ? Here are 3 practical ways to maximize the shoulder season and smoothly transition seasons profitability with effective retail technology.

In 2025, retailers will be greatly influenced by advancements in retail inventory management and POS systems to streamline their operations. Here are five inventory management trends retailers should keep a close eye on in 2025. 

It’s no secret that retailers who improve their retail inventory management systems can boost the overall performance of their retail business: an increase of 4-8% in sales can be achieved simply by improving inventory record accuracy. Find out three inventory hacks to boost your bottom line in 2025 and how retail inventory management systems come into play.

Find out three smart solutions for handling end-of-season excess inventory and how retail POS systems come into play.

Marking down products at the right time and in the right way ensures that retailers don't just survive the holiday season, but thrive by meeting both sales and inventory targets. Here are five proven markdown strategies for retailers to maximize profits this season.

Intelligent inventory management is imperative to avoiding the negative financial impact of unsold stock. Here are three strategies to help you optimize your business’ inventory management as you move from the holiday season and into the new year.

Make no mistake about it: The retail landscape is undergoing a transformative shift towards data-driven inventory planning, catalyzed by technological advancements and changes in consumer behaviour. 

Effective inventory planning is critical for the success of any retail business. However, many businesses struggle with common mistakes that can lead to overstocking, stockout’s, and financial losses. Here are 10 common mistakes in inventory planning and how to avoid them…

This comprehensive guide explores the fundamental skills necessary for thriving in the retail industry. It focuses particularly on retail inventory planning and provides practical tips and insights for retailers aiming to refine their craft and elevate customer satisfaction and loyalty levels.

This article delves into the essential strategies for optimizing inventory levels, drawing from industry best practices and expert insights. Plus, you’ll learn how Management One can revolutionize your retail operations with customized solutions tailored to your specific needs.

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