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Unified Retail Starts with Unified Data: The Strategic Role of Data Management in 2026

Master Data Management (MDM) is the foundation of unified retail in 2026. Learn how Island Pacific’s MDM solution centralizes product, supplier, pricing, and inventory data to power accurate omnichannel experiences, AI-driven insights, and efficient operations. Improve fulfilment, planning, and customer satisfaction with a single source of truth across your retail ecosystem.

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Spooky Season Sales: How Retailers Can Maximize Halloween Opportunities  

Halloween spending is set to hit a record $13.1 billion in 2025, creating big opportunities for retailers. From early promotions and omnichannel pricing to smarter inventory planning and data-driven merchandising, discover how to maximize margins and deliver standout customer experiences this spooky season.

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Flexible Promotions That Work: Leveraging Price & Promo Tools Across Channels 

Unlock the power of flexible, data-driven promotions with advanced Price & Promo Management tools. Learn how retailers can unify pricing across channels, respond to market shifts in real time, and create targeted offers that boost sales, protect margins, and deliver seamless omnichannel experiences for today’s connected shoppers.

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Planning for Peak: Laying the Groundwork for Q4 Success 

Q4 is the busiest season in retail, and success depends on preparation. From data-driven forecasting and smart inventory management to omnichannel excellence and supply chain agility, retailers need the right tools and strategies to maximize margins. Learn how to plan for peak season and turn Q4 into your most profitable quarter.

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Walk This Way: How Footwear Retailers Can Boost Margins with SmartSuite 

Footwear retailers face margin pressures from complex inventories, shifting demand, and omnichannel challenges. SmartSuite offers smart tools to optimize assortments, streamline supply chains, and deliver seamless customer experiences. Discover how technology helps footwear retailers cut waste, reduce markdowns, and boost profitability.

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Prepping for Back-to-School? Lessons from the Data 

Back-to-school season is a key retail moment, are you ready? Discover how data-driven planning, omnichannel strategies, and tools like an Order Management System can help retailers optimize inventory, personalize promotions, and deliver seamless customer experiences. Learn how to turn insights into smarter seasonal execution.

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5 Ways an OMS Can Transform Inventory, Fulfillment, and Customer Experience 

A modern Order Management System (OMS) is essential for today’s retail and B2B operations. Discover how the right OMS can boost inventory accuracy, streamline omnichannel fulfillment, improve customer satisfaction, and enable real-time insights across your supply chain. Whether you're in B2C or B2B, these five key benefits will transform the way you manage orders and deliver value.

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From Data to Action: Leveraging BI for Better Inventory, Sales, and Strategy 

Discover how Business Intelligence (BI) is transforming retail operations—from smarter inventory management and real-time sales strategies to agile decision-making and data-driven growth. Learn why modern retailers are using BI to stay competitive, responsive, and customer-focused in today’s fast-changing landscape.

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Inventory Optimization: A Retailer’s Guide to Profit-First Forecasting 

In the fast-paced world of retail, success doesn’t just depend on selling more, it depends on selling smarter. One of the most powerful ways to increase profitability is through inventory optimization. Rather than relying solely on high-level sales targets or historical performance, modern retailers have been and are continuing to embrace profit-first forecasting, a strategic approach that aligns inventory decisions with bottom-line results.  

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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. 

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