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Can AI Replace the Retail Planner? Not Even Close.

Can AI Replace the Retail Planner? Not Even Close.

 AI is everywhere in retail conversations, but not every promise matches reality. Where can

July ’26 Retail Report: June Delivers Again, But Fall Will Require Discipline

July ’26 Retail Report: June Delivers Again, But Fall Will Require Discipline

The Big Picture Retail sales continued to edge higher in June, although the pace slowed

Cash Flow Analysis: The Key to Buying Smarter and Growing Profitably

Cash Flow Analysis: The Key to Buying Smarter and Growing Profitably

Retailers are often focused on one number: sales. Sales are important, but they don’t tell

June ’26 Retail Report: The Biggest Risk Right Now? Running Out of Winners

June ’26 Retail Report: The Biggest Risk Right Now? Running Out of Winners

The Big Picture Inflation remains a concern, with annual inflation reaching 4.2% last month, the

Vendor Reporting: Completing the Planning Picture

Vendor Reporting: Completing the Planning Picture

Many retailers spend countless hours analyzing sales, margins, and inventory levels, yet one of the

May ’26 Retail Report: Retailers Post Double-Digit Gains Despite Rising Prices

May ’26 Retail Report: Retailers Post Double-Digit Gains Despite Rising Prices

The Big Picture The retail environment continues to show resilience despite a mixed economic backdrop.

Using AI for Inventory Planning? Here’s the Snag.

Using AI for Inventory Planning? Here’s the Snag.

There’s a growing temptation in retail to believe that if you just plug your data