Shrink + Markdowns = Fully Loaded Impact.
In an environment where operational execution is strained or inconsistent, the following trends often hold true year over year.

Dispelling Oz.
It’s the end of the year… or the end of the period, or inventory cycle, or whatever period of time that may arise, providing time for self-reflection and adjustment of programs / initiatives.

Getting Total Loss Under Control.
Every day, we read headlines like “Retailers Losing Billions” or “ More Retail Bankruptcies Are Brewing”.