Returns are inevitable in retail – but what can a retailer do with them all? Ben Whitaker, Director of EMEA at B-Stock takes a look at how a B2B marketplace may have the answer. Returned and excess inventory comes with the turf in retail. Even with strategies in place to offset returns prior to purchase, retailers …
READ MOREWith ecommerce sales expected to top $1 trillion by 2027 according to FTI Consulting, it’s only a matter of time before online sales capture a hefty share of total retail sales, up from around 9% currently. But as any merchant knows, the spike in online purchases brings an inevitable rise in ecommerce returns. Buyer’s remorse plays a large …
READ MOREAlthough ecommerce has made retail more accessible to the public, it has taken away the advantage of being able to see a product “in the flesh” before making the decision to purchase it. With goods such as clothing, this is an important aspect of a sale. As such, the rise of ecommerce has brought with it a …
READ MOREB-Stock, the world’s largest marketplace for returned, excess, and liquidation inventory from Fortune 1000 retailers and manufacturers, is pleased to announce that Sean Cleland and Seth Blaustein have been named 2018 “Pros to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine. The Pros to Know Awards recognize leading supply chain executives that are leading initiatives and making …
READ MOREB-Stock Solutions, a technology-enabled service company powering the largest global network of B2B liquidation marketplaces, has been named a Green Supply Chain Award winner by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine for a third consecutive year. The award recognizes companies that support sustainability initiatives as a core part of their service offering and allow their …
READ MOREB-Stock Solutions, a technology-enabled service company powering the largest network of B2B liquidation marketplaces, has been named to the “Supply & Demand Chain Executive 100” list for a third year in a row. The recognition highlights 100 supply chain projects between clients and solution providers that have resulted in supply chain excellence. B-Stock was selected …
READ MOREWhile the fast fashion industry is struggling to keep the hottest trends on the shelves, the outdoor fashion retailers are taking another angle. Companies like The North Face, REI, and Patagonia all sell high quality gear and clothing for those who love to play outdoors. Their customers also tend to be more environmentally conscious and …
READ MOREB-Stock is headed to Eindhoven, Germany for Stocklots. The Eurotrade Fair is a unique platform that brings together Europe’s largest leading stocklot wholesalers. Take advantage of a comprehensive range of stocklots, overstock, bankruptcy stocks, branded goods and bulk goods at rock-bottom prices! Please join us at Booth G4 and say hello to Ben Whitaker, Director …
READ MOREChallenge GameStop was selling large volumes of previously traded-in mobile phones via negotiated prices to a small group of buyers. As its mobile trade-in business grew, it became clear a more scalable solution was needed. Solution To achieve GameStop’s goals—increase pricing; increase buyer base; implement a scalable platform; maintain complete control of sales—B-Stock built GameStop …
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