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September 8, 2026
10 min read

What is the Procurement Process? Steps, Stages & Workflow Guide

Learn what the procurement process involves, from identifying business needs and selecting suppliers to purchasing and performance review. Explore common challenges and how better demand visibility, inventory planning and automation can support smarter procurement decisions.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
What Is the Procurement Process? Steps, Stages & Workflow Guide
Wholesale Inventory Planning: How Leading Distributors Are Widening the Gap
June 2, 2026
11 min read

Wholesale Inventory Planning: How Leading Distributors Are Widening the Gap

Wholesale distribution remains a powerful business model, but the rules for success have changed. Demand volatility, margin pressure, and rising customer expectations are forcing wholesalers to move beyond reactive planning and manual processes. This article explores the growing gap between reactive and predictive operations, highlights the strategies used by top-performing wholesalers, and explains how better forecasting, inventory optimisation, and replenishment planning drive stronger service levels and profitability. Learn what it takes to stay competitive in an increasingly complex wholesale environment.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
Machine Learning in Retail: Use Cases, Benefits, and Inventory Examples
May 28, 2026
10 min read

Machine Learning in Retail: Use Cases, Benefits, and Inventory Examples

Machine learning is transforming how retailers forecast demand, manage inventory, and respond to changing customer behaviour. This guide explores the most important retail use cases, from automated replenishment and assortment optimisation to pricing and supply chain planning. Learn how machine learning improves forecast accuracy, reduces stockouts, and helps retailers make faster, data-driven inventory decisions at scale. Discover the practical benefits, common challenges, and real-world examples shaping modern retail operations.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
Stock to Sales Ratio: Definition, Formula and How to Optimise It
April 28, 2026
7 min read

Stock to Sales Ratio: Definition, Formula and How to Optimise It

The stock to sales ratio helps businesses understand whether inventory levels are aligned with demand. It highlights when stock is tying up too much capital or when there is a risk of stockouts. By improving forecasting, replenishment, and inventory visibility, companies can achieve a better balance between availability and efficiency. This guide explains how the ratio works, how to calculate it, and how to use it to optimise inventory performance.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
Inventory Management Problems: Common Challenges and How to Solve Them
April 21, 2026
7 min read

Inventory Management Problems: Common Challenges and How to Solve Them

Inventory management problems can quietly drain profitability through excess stock, stockouts, and poor decision-making. These challenges often stem from the same root causes: inaccurate forecasting, limited visibility, and inefficient processes. By addressing these issues with data-driven strategies, businesses can improve stock control, reduce waste, and increase service levels. This guide explores the most common inventory problems and outlines practical ways to solve them.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
Gross Margin Return on Inventory Investment (GMROI)
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April 15, 2026
9 min read

GMROI Explained: Formula, Meaning and How to Improve Inventory Profitability

GMROI reveals how effectively your inventory is generating profit by connecting margin performance with stock investment. It helps businesses understand which products drive returns and which tie up capital without delivering value. By improving forecasting, optimising inventory levels, and focusing on high-performing SKUs, companies can strengthen profitability and cash flow. This guide explains how GMROI works and how to use it to make smarter inventory decisions.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins
Assortment Planning in Retail: The Complete Guide
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March 30, 2026
9 min read

Assortment Planning in Retail: The Complete Guide

Assortment planning in retail determines which products you sell, where you sell them, and how well your inventory performs. This guide explains how retailers balance product variety, demand, and profitability through structured assortment strategies. It covers key components such as SKU selection, localisation, and seasonality, alongside a step-by-step planning process. You will also learn how assortment decisions connect to forecasting and replenishment, and how modern software improves accuracy and efficiency. The result is a clearer approach to reducing excess stock, avoiding stockouts, and driving stronger retail performance.
By Randi W. Stebbins Randi W. Stebbins

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