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Retail’s returns challenge: How to balance customer demands and overheads

Inside Retail

She said that more than one-quarter of retail businesses polled in Shipstation’s latest research plan to increase delivery charges for customers this year, and 10 per cent plan to increase the cost of returns. That sustainability mindset provides an opportunity for retailers to engage with Gens Y and Z, she said.

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Retail’s returns challenge: How to balance customer demands and overheads

Inside Retail

She said that more than one-quarter of retail businesses polled in ShipStation’s latest research plan to increase delivery charges for customers this year, and 10 per cent plan to increase the cost of returns. That sustainability mindset provides an opportunity for retailers to engage with Gens Y and Z, she said.

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“We did not do enough”: Woolworths cans plans for Darwin Dan Murphy’s

Inside Retail

Woolworths Group has pulled the plug on plans to open a Dan Murphy’s store in Darwin after an independent panel ruled that the development should not go ahead. The Gilbert Review has made it clear that we did not do enough in this community to live up to the best practice engagement to which we hold ourselves accountable.

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Using AI workforce tools can boost margins, inspire staff, satisfy shoppers

Inside Retail

By leveraging advanced forecasting to increase front-line engagement, Zebra Workcloud can boost output and satisfy customers. That’s invaluable for retail brands given that research from Zippia shows that companies that promote collaboration and communication at work can enjoy a 50 per cent reduction in staff turnover.

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How the diabetes epidemic is creating an opportunity for low-GI food brands

Inside Retail

In this vein, Melvados and Nutriient recently introduced Singapore’s first-ever low glycemic index (GI) brownie and low sugar chocolate chip cookie, with plans to offer a wider range of “better for you” desserts later this year. A key challenge was striking the right balance between health benefits and taste satisfaction.

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Four ways to support your team for better mental health 

Inside Retail

The ‘soft’ side of leadership As a leader, it’s pretty common to focus on planning, strategising and problem-solving at the expense of forming strong workplace relationships and supporting emotions. Always check in with them to find out what growth looks like to them and don’t assume that promotion is always their expected outcome.

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Huge potential for retailers: CEOs share tips on using Threads

Inside Retail

“Being an early adopter has allowed us to engage with users before the platform got crowded,” Didaskalou said. “We’ve We’ve identified commercial opportunities like showcasing new products, offering exclusive promotions, and gathering direct customer feedback.”