Posts by Kevin Dotson
COVID-19 How Island Pacific Solutions Can Support Specialist Retailers
As many specialist retailers around the world prepare to start opening their doors in the wake of COVID-19. Retailers are moving fast, focusing on business to bounce back as expeditiously and robustly as possible. In tandem, they are focusing on which measures need to be taken to sustain future growth. Here at Island Pacific we…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Considerations for Specialist Retailers
As industries all over the world aim to manage their way through COVID-19 and grapple with their in-flight strategies, businesses need to balance managing the ongoing situation with preparing for their future journey post COVID-19. Our focus here is on non–essential specialist retailers which is an area which Island Pacific has operated in for over…
Read MoreWe Can Deliver a Best of Breed Open to Buy in only 3 Months
Typically implementing a Pre-season and in-season plan along with an integrated line plan and of course integrating to existing systems, would take between 6- 12 months for a retailer. An Effective Retail Planning Tool At Island Pacific we are focused on delivering solutions quickly and effectively so retailers can get the results they need. With…
Read MoreSustainability In Retail
Sustainability in retail has become increasingly an area of much discussion recently and is gathering increasing momentum. Not only is it crucial to protect the environment, but it is also a key way to attract consumers and drive long-term brand loyalty. What Do Customer Expect? Without a doubt customers are asking questions with regards to…
Read MoreMultichannel Inventory Management
Many retailers today are struggling with the challenge of managing inventory in a Multichannel environment. The art of selling is extremely simple however the art of inventory management with increasing selling channels comes with many nuances which mean that effective inventory management systems which support the process are become increasingly necessary. Why Multichannel is so…
Read MoreRetail Data Management
Why focus on retail data management? If you are a multichannel global retailer with stores around the world and operating in many different verticals it will be no surprise to you the key challenges which come with retail inventory management and the reasons why a system which has data integrity can help from central data…
Read MoreDo you Need a Unified Commerce Solution?
Today global consumers are increasingly mobile and wish to be able to purchase from any channel whether that be online, catalog, direct mail or in-store as well as have that product delivered to them to the location and at the time that suits their schedule. Managing stock and sales in a multi-channel retail environment is…
Read MoreAre you a Specialist Retailer Interested in Machine Learning?
If you are specialist retailer looking for an AI solution Island Pacific Forecast Manager can help Key Features & Benefits Provides simple user interface so users can easily determine: What to forecast What period / horizon Which history to use Lean on ‘user thought process’. Island Pacific Forecast Manager is designed to be lean on user…
Read MoreHow Can AI Support Speciality Retailers?
Artificial Intelligent applications are potentially powerful tools for many industries and retail in no exception. The volume of data which is now available at any retailer today typically is not in short supply. One of the key challenges which many retailers do face is the quality of that data. However, with the right quality and…
Read MoreLast Mile Retail Trends
Take a look at our latest blog which explores some of the trends and focus around The Last Mile. What is the last Mile? Last Mile delivery is defined as the movement of goods from a transportation hub to the final delivery destination. The final delivery destination is typically a personal residence. The focus of…
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