The consumer packaged goods industry finds itself at a critical juncture with 2025 on the horizon.

With only 27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, this holiday shopping season is shorter than normal, prompting consumers to avoid the last-minute shopping spree

Without detailed tracking, you won’t know how well they work and what might need to change.

Last year, total losses from the practice amounted to $101.1 billion, causing a massive headache for retailers.

DPW predicts that 2025 will see a concerted drive towards a digital revolution in procurement, signaling a shift from operational technologies to more strategic, relationship-driven solutions.

Will the crackdown by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on certain low-value import shipments curb abuse of a rule that affords them duty-free treatment, or disrupt the flow of e-commerce?

Consumer shipping habits may be echoing retailers’ more cautious inventory strategies.

By prioritizing workforce quality and focusing on compliance, businesses can ensure they’re bringing in the best candidates for the job.

Nearly half of respondents (47%) believe the primary benefit to having a more diversified supply chain is reducing the risk of disruption from various events such as natural disasters.

With alternative delivery locations, retailers can ensure that their customers enjoy a worry-free shopping experience, especially when they are traveling and out of town enjoying summer vacations.