TFG
More than 5 % of total sales internationally are generated online
“ Driving efficiency in our supply chain is very important to us . We still have plenty of opportunity to improve , whether that ’ s by enhancing our stock turn , our stock holding , or our replenishment speed .
“ A huge amount of competition has come into South Africa and , like any retailer , we need to be more efficient and conscious of the small things to ensure that we continue to succeed . Therefore , continually enhancing processes that improve productivity and efficiency is crucial to us .”
Speed of service As a forward-thinking company , TFG stocks trend-setting , fashionable items as well as products which will sell all year round and are easy to replenish . To ensure that these items remain on trend , agility or ‘ speed of service ’ is a vital area of focus .
“ For some of our retail brands , unit sales are growing quite rapidly partly due to negative inflation ,” says Tukker . “ As a result , our supply chain is under increasing pressure to quickly deliver these products .
132 November 2017