We all know innovation is the lifeblood of successful companies. But it’s not just about building innovative products or improving the customer experience – companies that survive and thrive for decades in their industry also continually revamp their processes, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships. Right now, sourcing executives in the retail space are facing a […]
A recent spike in global demand led to a 300 percent jump in shipping costs as container shipping firms struggle to overcome a supply chain bottleneck, according to CNBC. Maersk CEO Soren Skou told the news source the shipping company missed its fourth-quarter profit expectations due partly to the firm’s issues with capacity. […]
There’s a famous saying in business: “We cannot become what we want by remaining what we are.” In other words, things need to change in order for them to get better. And considering the economic climate of today’s retail industry, this sage advice couldn’t be any more relevant. Developing new revenue streams, innovating merchandising operations, […]
Looking back throughout history, we can easily point to any unprecedented occurrence as the driving catalyst for change. Think about 9/11. When we enter an airport today, we’re bombarded with long lines, extra thorough security screenings, and a feeling of anxiety that only subsides when you’re back on solid ground. Travel, whether it’s cross-country or […]
Bamboo Rose is officially in the Gartner Magic Quadrant! This year, we’ve been named a Niche Player in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Multienterprise Supply Chain Business Networks, highlighting our fierce dedication to providing retailers, brands, suppliers, and their business partners with innovative solutions for today’s fast-moving consumer markets. We’re […]
Being opaque isn’t always a bad thing. Leggings, red wine, bedroom curtains—the less we see through, the better. But that’s definitely not the case when it comes to the food we eat. In today’s culture, transparency is everything. Don’t think so? Stop and take a look around the next time you’re […]
With restaurants and bars shuttering doors across the country and communities from coast to coast forced into quarantine, people have been stripping grocery store aisles of every item possible. From meats, dairy, and produce, to bread, snacks, and canned goods—consumers continue to stockpile items in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. But with crowded stores, […]
Remember playing with dominoes as a kid? You’d set them up, either in a straight line or a windy path, and with a gentle push of a game piece, the whole configuration would collapse. I’m sure you’re picturing it now, all the dominoes toppling over in sequence, one after the other after the other until […]
