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Driving precision in retail supply chains

Stay ahead with integrated logistics and strengthen your supply chain with a competitive advantage at every touchpoint.

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Retail logistics that drives growth

The retail industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace, fuelled by the rapid growth of e-commerce and the challenge of meeting changing seasonal demands. To keep up, businesses must respond faster and adapt quickly. Retail supply chains have needed to transform to seamlessly integrate omnichannel solutions while also optimising stocks and maintaining inventory flow.

Businesses that want to stay in the lead of this evolving landscape should prioritise working with a strategic logistics partner who can give enhanced visibility and flexibility, empowering you to go all the way and secure your competitive edge.

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Stay ahead with Maersk retail supply chain strategy

A resilient omnichannel ecosystem is essential for retailers to deliver a personalised and seamless buying experience across a retail supply chain process flow. It’s imperative to build your strategies around agility, efficiency, visibility, and flexibility—the strongest drivers of precision in a complex logistics world.

Agility

Respond quickly to disruptions, changes in demand, and market dynamics to maintain an optimal flow of inventory without delay.

Efficiency

Move forward with growth ambitions for your retail business while keeping costs in check and maintaining operational efficiency.

Visibility

Stay one step ahead in this bumpy retail landscape with full visibility at every step of your supply chain to drive precision and eliminate uncertainty.

Flexibility

Seamlessly switch gears when needed to optimise business operations and handle the ever-evolving seasonal demands of the retail industry.

Navigating the retail market

As a retailer, you need a deep understanding of seasonal demands and customer behaviour to ensure your goods are available on the right channels, at the right time, in the right quantity. Take advantage of Maersk’s retail expertise and other value-added services that help you meet the unique requirements of various retail categories.

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Supermarkets and hypermarkets

Supermarkets, hypermarkets, and discounters all face fierce competition and must operate on slim margins, making it essential for them to adapt quickly to changing demand. Integrated logistics synchronises inventory across all channels, with real-time visibility to streamline distribution and keep operations in check. A connected supply chain ensures accurate inventory flow for seasonal demands and full cost transparency.

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Homeware and home improvement

Dealing with small to heavy demand-based inventory requires precision to accommodate transportation and storage challenges. This, combined with demand fluctuations, requires visibility and agility to adapt to trends and seasonality. The right logistics partner streamlines inventory processes so that products are on the shelves when customers need them most.

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E-tailers

E-tailers must keep up with the need for speed and personalisation to enhance the online shopping experience across multiple channels, in terms of product availability, swift deliveries, and easy returns. This calls for a flexible and digitally advanced supply chain with strategic warehousing and distribution solutions to carry out order fulfilment with precision.

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Department stores

Department stores need flexibility to ensure product availability and visibility for better inventory planning. While for certain stores it’s quality that takes precedence, for some affordability must take the forefront to stay competitive in a margin-driven industry. With Maersk, you can identify cost-optimisation opportunities and apply exception management to optimise stock levels.

Services

Retail logistics is continuously evolving to meet consumer needs. Maersk offers global and local solutions for inventory management that supports an omnichannel setup, enabling quick, agile responses to market changes for both physical and online retailers.

Case studies

Get inspired by retail case studies that highlight how partnerships with Maersk have helped retailers solve complex supply chain challenges, respond to market shifts, and drive efficiency. Learn from other retailers how Maersk’s retail logistics expertise can help your business stay ahead and meet customer expectations.

Case studies Be ready to grow at the speed of technology

9 Jun 2025

Case studies No toying around when it comes to Maersk E-Commerce

21 Jan 2025

Case studies Climbing the mountain together: how Søstrene Grene is embedding decarbonisation into its growing supply chain

20 Dec 2024

Case studies An end-to-end solution: How Maersk and ICA are reducing greenhouse gas emissions through smart supply chain management

20 Dec 2024

Case studies Going the distance: how Europris is achieving operational excellence through a ground-breaking relationship with Maersk

16 Nov 2023

Case studies Cross-border movement made easier with integrated solutions

4 Oct 2023

Case studies How Maersk Go helped a family business realise their global ambitions

25 Aug 2023

Case studies ‘A few clicks and I’m done’: How a Kenyan wholesale exporter saves time with Maersk Go

6 Aug 2023

Case studies Integrated solutions for a seamless supply chain

4 Jul 2023

Case studies Uphold all your timeline promises with Maersk Air Freight

27 Jun 2023

Case studies 用风格和材质装点世界：Castlery 的故事

11 Apr 2023

Case studies Connecting the dots: building Tokmanni a data-driven supply chain

1 Jul 2022

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Insights

Discover how businesses navigate in a dynamic and fast-evolving market with help from Maersk’s expert insights and retail logistics trends. Unlock the future of retail supply chains and learn how to adapt and thrive in an ever-evolving consumer landscape.

Maersk container truck driving on a winding mountain road surrounded by rocky cliffs and forest.

弹性 . 14 Aug 2025

Rethink supply chain strategy to become resilient in a disrupted world

Explore the Course for Change reports and learn how to build smarter, faster, more adaptable supply chains.

Mikkel Rasmussen

Global Head of Sales at Maersk

可持续发展 . 19 May 2025

Achieving efficient logistics, starting with the containers

Supply chain technology is a central tool to increase visibility on container availability and achieve efficient supply chain management. Discover how.

Silvia La Face

Digital Customer Communication Manager

A small business owner working on his computer in front of shelves.

弹性 . 18 Feb 2025

Retail supply chain strategies to handle seasonal demand

Here is how logistics can play a crucial role in preparing retailers to keep up with seasonal demand shift. Read now

Krishnakali Sengupta

Senior Copywriter

A semi-truck drives past wind turbines at sunset, symbolizing sustainable logistics and renewable energy.

可持续发展 . 12 Feb 2025

Decarbonisation: A critical step towards retail success

Read the Economist Impact report to discover more insights on decarbonising logistics for retail businesses.

John Ferguson

Global Lead, New Globalisation, Economist Impact