Reimagining Visual Line Planning as a Strategic Layer
April 23, 2025
The merchandising function has evolved, so too has the role of visual line planning. Teams have long relied on these
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Supporting the Evolution of Merchandising Beyond Planning Tools
April 23, 2025
Merchandising isn’t what it used to be. Today’s merchandising teams are no longer responsible for just hitting SKU counts or
Keeping Merchandise Plans Aligned Through Execution
April 23, 2025
Merchandise planning tools are essential for setting strategy and laying the foundation for a successful season. But even the best
Extending the Value of Merchandise Planning Across the Assortment Lifecycle
April 23, 2025
For larger retail and apparel brands, merchandise planning tools have become essential to setting up a successful go-to-market strategy. But
How Merchandising Teams Are Using VibeIQ to Cut Sampling Costs, Improve Adoption, and Make Smarter Product Decisions
April 16, 2025
When economic uncertainty is high — and new tariffs are raising the cost of getting products to market — merchandising
How VibeIQ Helps Brands Build Assortments with Confidence in a Volatile Market
April 16, 2025
In today’s global market, volatility is no longer the exception—it’s the norm. Economic uncertainty, geopolitical disruption, shifting consumer demand, and
The Rising Cost of Wrong Products: Why the 2025 Tariffs Make Early Go-to-Market Decisions More Critical Than Ever
April 11, 2025
Tariffs have always impacted sourcing and margins — but now, they’re hitting at a time when most retail, fashion, and
When Merchandising Meets Complexity: Is Your Team Prepared for Growth?
April 9, 2025
Complexity in retail merchandising isn’t just about juggling more SKUs or channels—it’s about aligning expansions with margin goals and speed-to-market.
Why Better Data, Not More Data, Is the Key to Merchandising Success
April 8, 2025
For many merchandising leaders, a torrent of information is at their fingertips. Yet more data doesn’t necessarily yield better decisions.
Product Complexity vs. Profitability: Striking the Right Balance with Your Assortments
April 8, 2025
Managing product expansions can feel like walking a tightrope for retail and fashion brands. Adding new categories or channels can