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Jeanel Alvarado

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Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing…

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About Jeanel Alvarado

Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing Director of the School of Retailing at the University of Alberta. Jeanel’s insights appear in Nasdaq, Entrepreneur, Fortune, TIME, and the US Chamber of Commerce, among others, with recurring commentary on top retailers and brands for financial markets, consumer insights, shopping trends, tech Innovation, and the luxury sector.

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order lead time

What Is Purchase Order Lead Time?

Order lead time is a crucial metric for retailers to consider. It affects everything from inventory planning to sales and profits. In this blog, we will explore what order lead time is, why it is important, and how it works.…

GlossaryRetail
Patagonia Sues Nordstrom for Selling ‘Counterfeit’ Products

Patagonia Sues Nordstrom for Selling ‘Counterfeit’ Products

Outdoor apparel brand Patagonia has filed a lawsuit against Seattle-based retailer Nordstrom, accusing the company of selling counterfeit Patagonia products in its off-price Nordstrom Rack stores. The legal action comes after Patagonia ended its years-long dealer relationship with Nordstrom. According…

BusinessRetail
What Is a Private Label and How does It Work

What Is a Private Label and How does It Work

Private label products refer to products owned by a company but are not made in-house. Companies procure their products from other manufacturers or manufacturers with contracts under their labels. You can find them in a wide variety of industries, from…

GlossaryMerchandising
Lightbox Unveils New Retail Store Concept

Lightbox Unveils New Retail Store Concept

Lab-Grown Diamond Brand Lightbox Unveils New Retail Concept Shop at HOUSE OF SHOWFIELDS in Williamsburg. The innovative lab-grown diamond brand Lightbox announced the opening of its new retail concept shop at HOUSE OF SHOWFIELDS in the trendy Williamsburg neighborhood of…

LuxuryRetail
8 Efficient Ways to Reduce Shrinkage in Retail

8 Efficient Ways to Reduce Shrinkage in Retail

Shrinkage is a significant issue affecting the retail industry, causing over $50 billion in losses annually. It refers to the discrepancy between the recorded inventory and the actual stock available in a store. The main causes of shrinkage include shoplifting,…

MerchandisingStrategy
Independent Retailer: Definition & Advantages

Independent Retailer: Definition & Advantages

When it comes to retail, there are two main options: being part of a franchise chain or operating as an independent retailer. While both have their advantages and disadvantages, this blog post will focus on the latter. As of 2023,…

GlossaryRetail
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