New data from senior finance decision-makers at top retailers shows how brands are closing visibility gaps and the benefits they’re seeing as a result. Despite reports of consumer caution, retail executives are forecasting revenue growth and margin expansion this year. As retailers seek to meet that demand across channels, inventory visibility will be key — yet nearly all retail leaders surveyed by Nedap and Retail Dive’s Studio say poor inventory visibility has negatively impacted customer loyalty and customer experience. In this report, we take a deep dive into this survey of senior finance decision-makers at leading retail brands to show what’s at stake when retailers lack the inventory visibility to respond to shifting consumer behaviors. You’ll learn: The top operational pressures that leading retailers anticipate for 2026. 3 inventory challenges undermining retail performance. How technology can help retailers see the full picture of their inventory.
