Unlocking Success in Merchandise Planning to Drive Sales & Profitability

A new Coresight Research study—sponsored by Board—reveals how leading retailers are modernizing Merchandise Financial Planning to protect margin, boost sales, and respond faster to market volatility. If your business is navigating volatility or margin pressure, this report provides the strategic clarity you need.

About the Research
Retail is outpacing legacy planning models. This report reveals the key opportunities and risks every retailer must address to remain competitive.

• 96% of retailers see measurable improvement from MFP
• 64% still struggle to execute with speed and confidence
• Real-time insight is the biggest barrier to profitability
• AI remains the industry’s most underused advantage

This report breaks down what separates leaders from everyone else—and how you can close the gap.

✅ The ROI leaders are achieving right now — stronger margins, better sell-through, healthier inventory

✅ The planning gaps costing retailers growth — and how high performers are closing them

✅ Where AI is delivering real impact today — smarter scenarios, sharper localization, faster allocation

✅ The five moves defining successful planning in 2025–2026 — enabling agility, customer relevance, and confident decisions

This is practical, executive-ready insight backed by new data—designed to help retail teams move faster, decide smarter, and unlock more value from every plan.