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Thinking about retail, out loud.
Shorter than a guide, more opinionated than a press release, written by people who have run a WSSI (MFP). Each post takes a position on how the trade should be run and expects to be argued with. Nothing here is an announcement in disguise.
Each post makes a case.
Newest first, dated when published, with the topics every one carries. Open the one that disagrees with you.
Retail insights
Retail size curves explained: how to set, review and correct them without overbuying
A practical guide for retail planners on setting, reviewing and correcting size curves by cluster, channel and season, with clear exception checks and pre-buy actions.
What Agentic AI Means for Retail Teams in 2026
Demand Forecasting Isn’t Broken. Retail Is Just Using It Wrong.
Why Weekly Trade Meetings Need Better Systems, Not More Spreadsheets
The New Constraint in Retail Isn’t Demand. It’s the Ability to Capture It
How AI Is Transforming Retail Fulfillment in 2026
Enhancing Inventory Visibility: The Retail Shift from Data to Decisions
AI Can Spot the Trend. The Hard Part Is Acting on It
Why Make-to-Stock Still Wins: Key Advantages of MTS in Modern Retail
4 Retail Operations You Must Automate to Save Your Margins in 2026
Top 10 Inventory KPIs Every Retailer Should Track
How AI Improves Retail Forecasting and Demand Planning
Getting Ahead in a Visual Merchandising World
Dead Stock in Retail: Causes, Costs, and How to Fix It
From Early-Stage to Market Leader: A System That Grows with You
Case Study - How Smarter AI Forecasting Helped a Retail Brand Regain Inventory Control
The ERP advantage: How growing retailers move faster than the market
Why ERP Software Is Essential for Modern Retail Operations
Overstocking in Retail: Causes, Problems, and How to Fix Them
How Retailers Reduce Stockouts Using AI
From Guesswork to Growth: How Inventory Management Software Improves Forecasting and Planning
Case Study: How Merchmix Helped Firamae Grow Smart with Data-Based Predictions
What Is Retail Inventory Management Software? A Complete 2026 Guide
Best Software Options Similar to Cin7
Why Retailers Need Sales & Stock Forecasting Software to Stay Competitive in 2026
Stock Allocation Software: The Smarter Way to Manage Inventory and Maximize Sales
7 Reasons Your Business Needs Inventory Management Software in 2025
How Smart Warehouse Management Software is Revolutionizing Modern Logistics
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Addressing Procurement Lead Time Challenges: Best Practices for Inventory Control & Stability
Balancing Stock Levels: How to Use Safety Stock in Your Forecasting Strategy
Assessing the role of Inventory Management in Retail Sector 2025
Exploring the Future of AI in Store Replenishment
Sales & Operations Planning Metrics That Matter: Key Performance Indicators for Effectiveness
Creating a Lean Supply Chain: Reducing Waste and Maximising Efficiency
The Financial Implications of Poor Inventory Management in E-Commerce: A Cost Analysis
Assessing the Financial Implications of Excess Inventory: A Quantitative Analysis
AI in SKU Rationalisation: Streamlining Inventory by Identifying High-Impact Products
Proactive Tactics for Managing Backorders in Retail Demand Planning
Open-to-Buy Planning: Enabling Smarter Purchasing Decisions with Budget Control
Pre-Season Inventory Planning: Using Predictive Analytics to Prepare for Market Fluctuations
Forecasting
Top Demand Forecasting Errors and How to Sidestep Them
Connecting the Dots: The Relationship Between Demand Planning and Inventory Management
Topics follow the writing.
Counted from the posts themselves. Nothing is listed with nothing underneath it, so the shape of the list is the shape of what got published.
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Longer answers sit elsewhere.
A guide explains one term end to end. What’s new lists what shipped, dated. Press keeps the announcements. This page is where we think in front of you, and change our minds in public when the numbers say so.
| Week | Sales LY | Sales TY | Var % | Intake | Markdown | Stock close | Cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W31 | 184 | 197 | +7.1% | 230 | 22 | 1,131 | 5.6 |
| W32 | 191 | 204 | +6.8% | 225 | 24 | 1,128 | 5.5 |
| W33 | 210 | 198 | -5.7% | 240 | 27 | 1,143 | 5.6 |
| W34 | 205 | 196 | -4.4% | 215 | 25 | 1,137 | 5.4 |
| W35 | 188 | 208 | +10.6% | 250 | 23 | 1,156 | 5.2 |
| W36 | 192 | 214 | +11.5% | 235 | 26 | 1,151 | 5.0 |
| W37 | 199 | 222 | +11.6% | 260 | 25 | 1,164 | 5.0 |
| W38 | 204 | 231 | +13.2% | 250 | 27 | 1,156 | 4.8 |
| W39 | 212 | 236 | +11.3% | 270 | 28 | 1,162 | 4.7 |
| W40 | 218 | 240 | +10.1% | 265 | 28 | 1,159 | 4.6 |
| W41 | 226 | 249 | +10.2% | 285 | 30 | 1,165 | 4.5 |
| W42 | 231 | 254 | +10.0% | 280 | 30 | 1,161 | 4.3 |
| W43 | 240 | 262 | +9.2% | 290 | 31 | 1,168 | 4.2 |
Questions, answered.
How often do you publish?
When someone has something worth saying. No schedule is promised, so none is missed.
Who writes these?
People who have run a WSSI (MFP). The opinions are their own.
Where are the longer explainers?
In the guides, one term per guide. A post argues; a guide explains.
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