Finance & Operations

What do shoppers expect from retailers in 2025? To find out, Lightspeed surveyed over 300 customers across different demographics and...

Owning and operating a restaurant is a notoriously tricky undertaking—even for some of the most seasoned professionals in the industry. Anthony...

Chances are if you’re reading this, you’re either in the process of opening a retail store or you’re an existing store owner...

Whether you’re growing your store or just looking to make smarter buying decisions, knowing how to make the most from your wholesale...

You’re a fashion retailer.You help your customers express their unique personalities with an ever-evolving inventory. Whether you...

Knowing how to calculate your break-even point using a break-even point formula will serve you well, particularly during times of uncertainty....

There’s no denying that the CBD (cannabidiol) industry has grown incredibly fast since the legalization of hemp-derived CBD in 2018....

The key to starting a clothing brand is balancing your creative vision with a well-thought-out strategy. This industry moves fast—rewarding...

Your profit margin is a metric that should always be on your radar, and for good reason: it answers critical questions about your business,...

Warehouse inventory management software is a vital tool for businesses, designed to streamline and automate the processes of tracking,...

You’ve heard it a thousand times. Cash flow is what makes small businesses tick. And that’s why getting up to speed on making invoices...

Accurate demand forecasting is vital for any business to reduce costs and meet customer demand. From qualitative approaches that rely...

Retail is constantly evolving, but today’s landscape feels more unpredictable than ever. Merchants are navigating a complex web of...

Running an ecommerce business comes with operational complexities, from order management to tax compliance and inventory synchronization....

Operating expenses (OPEX) are a crucial part of running a retail business. From rent and utilities to payroll and marketing, these...

The restaurant industry is not for the faint of heart. While passion is the spark that inspires restaurateurs to pursue their dreams,...

Getting up to speed with key retail costs can be the difference between growing and grinding to a halt. Enter your Cost of Goods Sold. For...

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Running a growing business across multiple locations means keeping operations smooth and efficient. Fulfilling orders quickly, maintaining...

From the consumer’s perspective, paying for something is pretty straightforward. But the truth is, the whole process of having customers...

Managing inventory is a balancing act for growing businesses, especially those with multiple locations. When products lose value or...