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Boosting Retail Sales Through AI-Improved Inventory Management
Retailers are using AI to boost operations, focusing on tapping into the tech to improve inventory management.

7thonline
4 days ago2 min read


Demand Volatility: Smart Brands Are Turning to AI for Their Core Retail Strategy
AI is part of a core retail strategy for navigating volatile demand—with smarter forecasting, agile inventory and resilient operations.

7thonline
Oct 93 min read


AI in Commerce News: Instant Checkout in ChatGPT
AI in commerce news: in partnership with Stripe, Etsy and Shopify, ChatGPT is enabling users to buy products in one seamless flow.

7thonline
Oct 13 min read


Embed AI Across Multi-Channel Retail Processes, Not Just in Forecasting
The true value of AI comes from embedding the tech throughout retail's multi-channel processes, not just in forecasting. Amplify your ROI.

7thonline
Jul 293 min read


AI-Powered Multi-Channel Demand Planning to Streamline the Retail Holiday Season
Between tariffs, tight wallets and teetering loyalty, retailers combining AI and brand identity for holiday planning will succeed.

7thonline
Jul 243 min read


From Vision to Execution: Max Ma on 7thonline’s Tech-Driven Retail Strategy
Max Ma sat with CityBIZ to discuss 7thonline's past, present and future. From background to strategy, read more on Max's vision.

7thonline
Jul 234 min read


Prescriptive AI Is What Predictive Always Wanted to Be
Predictive AI analyzes past data to forecast trends. Prescriptive AI goes further to recommend actions for optimal results.

7thonline
Jul 175 min read


Retail and Manufacturing Operations: Max Ma on the Possibility of Reshoring with AI & Automation
Reshoring for fashion and apparel is heating up discussions amid tariff news from the President’s America-first agenda. But is it feasible?

7thonline
Jun 23 min read


Reinventing Retail Tech—How 7thonline is Optimizing Merchandising with AI
Max Ma sits with The PowerTalk Show to discuss how 7thonline is replacing Excel and saving retailers millions. Join the discussion.

7thonline
May 302 min read


3 Takeaways from PI Apparel Merchandise Planning Show 2025
Three takeaways from two days of assessing merchant challenges and requirements at PI Apparel’s Merchandise Planning Show 2025.

7thonline
May 293 min read


5 Strategies Retailers (and Wholesalers) Can Use to Offset Tariffs
Increased policy uncertainty and tariff expansions raise the stakes across supply chains. Learn how retailers can offset tariff costs.

7thonline
May 53 min read


Reducing Retail Tech Debt: Why AI Stack Selection Matters
While adopting AI is essential for staying competitive, retailers must be thoughtful—choose unified solutions that closely align with needs.

7thonline
Apr 292 min read


AI-Powered Assortment Planning & Size Profiling for the Ozempic Generation
“As more people use GLP-1 drugs, brands are updating (size) models more often than they have before to meet the need for small sizes.”

7thonline
Apr 242 min read


The Green Shelf: Streamline Stock & Sustainability in Retail
Traditionally high-waste, the fashion industry is embracing sustainability—starting at the supply chain with tech soutions.

7thonline
Apr 102 min read


Omnichannel Solutions: The Backbone of Retail Brands’ Success
Omnichannel solutions empower retailers to make integrated merchandising decisions that drive success. AI amplifies this. Unlock more.

7thonline
Apr 22 min read


Navigating the Upcoming Tariffs: Mitigating Retail Risk
Retail executives are preparing for supply chain disruptions amid tariff pressures. Here's how to proactively mitigate those risks.

7thonline
Mar 284 min read


Retail Trends and Insights on What’s Next in 2025
In conversations with industry leaders, we noticed 5 key trends for 2025—especially in the retail tech world. Let's break them down.

7thonline
Mar 74 min read


How Retailers Can Spot Fake AI
Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence and its benefits for retailers, but not everything labeled as AI is actually AI.

7thonline
Mar 34 min read


The Next Evolution in Retail Inventory Management Needs to Break Down Silos
Next-generation inventory management solutions break down retail operational silos, fostering real-time collaboration between teams.

7thonline
Feb 64 min read


Supply Chain Forecasting Software: Bridge Sales Forecasting to Supply Chain Execution
Bridge sales forecasting to supply chain execution with AI-powered supply chain forecasting software that integrates demand and supply data.

7thonline
Jan 102 min read
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