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Unified Retail Starts with Unified Data: The Strategic Role of Data Management in 2026

Master Data Management (MDM) is the foundation of unified retail in 2026. Learn how Island Pacific’s MDM solution centralizes product, supplier, pricing, and inventory data to power accurate omnichannel experiences, AI-driven insights, and efficient operations. Improve fulfilment, planning, and customer satisfaction with a single source of truth across your retail ecosystem.

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How Island Pacific’s Supplier Portal Powers Accurate Orders, Faster Replenishment & Better Margins

Discover how Island Pacific’s Supplier Portal transforms retail supply chains by improving order accuracy, speeding replenishment, and enhancing supplier collaboration. Reduce errors, increase visibility, protect margins, and create a connected workflow across merchandising, ordering, and fulfilment for smarter, more efficient retail operations.

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Why is Retail Inventory Management so Important?

Effective inventory management is essential for profitable, omnichannel retailing. Discover why accurate stock, real-time visibility, and integrated systems like Island Pacific’s Inventory Management are critical for reducing costs, boosting sales, and delivering seamless customer experiences.

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3 Key Strategies Every Retailer Should Focus on to Make Black Friday Profitable 

Get ready for Black Friday 2025 with insights from Island Pacific. Discover the three key areas every retailer must focus on to stay profitable, from advanced Merchandise Management (MMS) and Omnichannel strategies to smarter Planning and Order Management (OMS). Learn how to boost sales, streamline operations, and protect margins this peak season.

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Island Pacific at NRF Retail’s Big Show 2026 

Island Pacific is proud to attend NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show in New York City. Explore how our SmartSuite retail ERP, merchandise management, omnichannel planning, and Workday integration help global retailers boost efficiency, optimize inventory, and drive smarter, more sustainable retail operations.

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October KPIs Every Retail Executive Should Track for Q4 

As Q4 approaches, October is the time for retail executives to track key KPIs like stock turn, margin performance, and sell-through rates. Monitoring these metrics early helps reduce risk, optimize assortments, and free up capital. With the right BI tools, retailers can make smarter, data-driven decisions before peak season hits.

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Spooky Season Sales: How Retailers Can Maximize Halloween Opportunities  

Halloween spending is set to hit a record $13.1 billion in 2025, creating big opportunities for retailers. From early promotions and omnichannel pricing to smarter inventory planning and data-driven merchandising, discover how to maximize margins and deliver standout customer experiences this spooky season.

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Flexible Promotions That Work: Leveraging Price & Promo Tools Across Channels 

Unlock the power of flexible, data-driven promotions with advanced Price & Promo Management tools. Learn how retailers can unify pricing across channels, respond to market shifts in real time, and create targeted offers that boost sales, protect margins, and deliver seamless omnichannel experiences for today’s connected shoppers.

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Planning for Peak: Laying the Groundwork for Q4 Success 

Q4 is the busiest season in retail, and success depends on preparation. From data-driven forecasting and smart inventory management to omnichannel excellence and supply chain agility, retailers need the right tools and strategies to maximize margins. Learn how to plan for peak season and turn Q4 into your most profitable quarter.

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Walk This Way: How Footwear Retailers Can Boost Margins with SmartSuite 

Footwear retailers face margin pressures from complex inventories, shifting demand, and omnichannel challenges. SmartSuite offers smart tools to optimize assortments, streamline supply chains, and deliver seamless customer experiences. Discover how technology helps footwear retailers cut waste, reduce markdowns, and boost profitability.

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Island Pacific joins the Workday Partner Program

Island Pacific and Workday partner to offer a retail-first, end-to-end ERP solution for global retailers. Integrating Workday Financial Management with Island Pacific Merchandise Management, the platform connects finance, operations, and workforce data in real time, enabling smarter decisions, seamless delivery, and access to a powerful network of leading retail brands.

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Prepping for Back-to-School? Lessons from the Data 

Back-to-school season is a key retail moment, are you ready? Discover how data-driven planning, omnichannel strategies, and tools like an Order Management System can help retailers optimize inventory, personalize promotions, and deliver seamless customer experiences. Learn how to turn insights into smarter seasonal execution.

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Markdown Planning: How to Protect Margins in Clearance Season 

Clearance season doesn’t have to mean sacrificing profit. Discover how strategic markdown planning, powered by a robust Merchandise Management System (MMS) and omnichannel approach, can help retailers optimize inventory, improve sell-through, and protect margins. Learn five actionable strategies to turn markdowns into a powerful tool for both B2B and B2C success.

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