
Top 3 Sourcing Challenges for UK Retailers & How Merchandisers Can Overcome Them
UK retailers in 2025 face three sourcing challenges: rising costs, sustainability pressures, and shorter lead times. Here’s how merchandisers can stay ahead.
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UK retailers in 2025 face three sourcing challenges: rising costs, sustainability pressures, and shorter lead times. Here’s how merchandisers can stay ahead.

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