Action Alley
What Is Action Alley? Action Alley (also known as the racetrack) refers to the square aisle that goes around the inner perimeter of a retail store. Action Alley separates departments and is usually...
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Hub Group Explains 2021 Challenges and Local-Fulfillment
The retail landscape has changed drastically over the last year. The pandemic, new requirements from retailers, changes in shopper demands, and accelerated online purchases are just a few challenges...
READ MORE4-5-4 Calendar
What Is a 4-5-4 Calendar? The 4-5-4 calendar is a tool used by retailers that displays each sales quarter in blocks of 13 whole weeks. The numbers 4-5-4 refer to the number of weeks being compared in...
READ MOREDirect Store Delivery (DSD)
What Is Direct Store Delivery? Direct Store Delivery (DSD) is a supply chain term that explains how a supplier’s product is shipped to a retailer. Sometimes referred to as Direct Store...
READ MOREPower of Inclusion Event Is April 27 Online!
The Sunshine School and Development Center is hosting its annual Power of Inclusion event Tuesday, April 27. What’s new this year is the event will be hosted live online, giving Walmart...
READ MOREEveryday Low Price (EDLP)
What Is Everyday Low Price? Everyday Low Price (EDLP) is a pricing strategy used by retailers which promises customers the lowest prices in their store without having to use a coupon, wait for a...
READ MOREWalmart OTIF: A Supplier’s Guide to On-Time In-Full
As consumer demands continue to evolve, retailers place higher expectations on suppliers. Today’s consumer knows they don’t have to wait for an item they want to be in-stock. They can...
READ MOREWhat Is 8th & Walton? Part 2: Custom Advisory
8th & Walton supports Walmart suppliers three ways: Walmart supplier training classes Custom advisory and one-on-one training Full service support In part two of our “What Is 8th &...
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