Monthly Archives: March 2012

30 Mar 2012
Manjiri Sane

Excellence in the Ordinary – Part 2: Growing Revenue

In previous blogs (see Inventory Distortion – Part 1 & 2) we have discussed the advantages that can be gained from reducing inventory distortion, ensuring the right product is on the shelf at the right time; when the customer wants … Continue reading →

22 Mar 2012
Francis Clark

Excellence in the Ordinary – Part 1: Reducing Loss

We make a great deal of assumptions in retail operations about how effective our associates are performing, responding to the needs of the business, and complying with company policies and procedures. Assumptions are often made that business is progressing as … Continue reading →

08 Mar 2012
Sammy Kolt

Inventory Distortion – Part 2: Overstock: How much is too much?

Inventory distortion is an issue that can be analyzed and attacked from many different angles. It can develop from a number of sources, including distortions at the vendor level, or non-compliance and process failures at the POS. Attempting to ensure … Continue reading →