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Predicting the Next Trend: Leveraging Enhanced Reporting and Visibility for Data-Driven Fashion Planning
Predict fashion trends and protect margins with Island Pacific’s data-driven planning. Our merchandise management system offers real-time visibility to cut costs and boost sales. Retailers save 2 days a week and see 20% sales increases from 3% stock growth. Use Merchandise Planning to maximize ROI and improve stock turns from 3.4 to 4.3.
How to Stop Fashion Markdown Bleed: Data-Driven Strategies for Apparel Retailers
Stop profit erosion with Island Pacific’s Fashion Merchandise Management System. In 2026, "markdown bleed" is a data problem, not a retail inevitability. Our SmartRetail MMS offers real-time stock ledger visibility, master data management for complex SKU attributes, and localized price optimization. Transform your apparel inventory strategy from reactive to predictive and protect your margins.
From Runway to Retail: Managing the Fast-Paced Fashion Lifecycle with Smart Tools
The fashion lifecycle is moving faster than ever, from runway trends to retail shelves in weeks. Retailers need smart tools like merchandise management systems, AI forecasting, omnichannel visibility, and agile supply chains to stay ahead. Discover how Island Pacific Fashion Apparel can help turn trends into profit.
The Future of Fashion Retail: Tech-Driven Trends Every Retailer Needs to Watch
From AI and augmented reality to sustainable tech and phygital experiences, the future of fashion retail is being shaped by innovation. Discover the five key technology trends every fashion retailer needs to embrace to stay competitive, connected, and customer-focused in a rapidly evolving market.
Mobile POS in 2025: Trends Shaping the Checkout Experience
The point of sale (POS) has long been a staple of retail operations, but in 2025, its role is being radically redefined. With the rise of mobile POS (mPOS) systems, the checkout experience is shifting from static counters to dynamic, customer-centric encounters that take place anywhere, on the sales floor, at curbside, or online.
Retailers are embracing this transformation, recognizing that mPOS offers more than just transactional convenience. It’s a strategic enabler of personalization, agility, and operational efficiency.
From Hawaiian Roots to Global Retail Innovation: The Island Pacific Journey
Island Pacific's evolution from a Hawaiian-based startup in 1978 to a global leader in retail technology reflects a legacy of innovation, adaptability, and deep industry insight. Today, the company serves over 100 global brands across more than 50,000 points of sale, offering end-to-end retail solutions through its SmartSuite platform.

