Crate & Barrel Never Underestimates Associate Ideas

| Jim Tierney

Never underestimate the creative power from your associates. That was the central message from Michael Kalck, senior director of distribution for Crate & Barrel, during his keynote address Wednesday at the Parcel Forum in Chicago

How to Streamline the Holiday Returns Process

| MCM staff

The returns process can have a tremendous impact on the overall customer experience in retail that can lead to repeat business when done properly. Making it easier and less expensive for customers to return products allows companies to build loyalty and gain a key advantage over competitors. Here are three quick tips that can be implemented now to help retailers create a streamlined and convenient returns process.

Inventory Planning Crucial To Holiday Success

| Jim Tierney

Steve Edelstein, CEO of brand management/marketing consultancy The Logical Step, companies must, first and foremost, plan ahead and anticipate minimum volume and potential maximum volume of sales during their holiday season.