Insight Report 8 minutes PremiumCoresight Research x Blue Yonder Retail Insights: US Retailers Prioritize Local Sourcing While Consumers Demand Faster Delivery Coresight Research February 18, 2021 What's InsideCoresight Research and Blue Yonder conducted two surveys in early January 2021 to understand US retailers’ strategies around local sourcing and the impact of Covid-19 on US consumers’ shopping behaviors. Based on our findings, we present five key retail insights in this report, covering the following topics: Retailers’ sourcing changes implemented due to Covid-19 The benefits that retailers are seeking through local sourcing and nearshoring strategies The degree to which retailers’ perceptions and strategies align with consumer priorities when shopping Preferred shopping channels by consumers when purchasing clothing and footwear The importance of retailers’ environmental sustainability and social impact initiatives to consumers in choosing where to shop for clothing and footwear Click here to watch the on-demand webinar of the Coresight Research and Blue Yonder virtual mini conference, which brought together leaders from top retailers that have not only survived but thrived during the pandemic—including New Balance, Tractor Supply, Orvis and PVH Corp—to discuss the importance of an agile supply chain in today’s unpredictable retail environment. View the presentation from the conference, and read our key insights in the free event report, covering nearshoring strategies, inventory management, sustainability, last-mile delivery and more. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: 1Q23 US Retail Inventory Tracker: Inventory Turnover Ratios Further Improve for Many RetailersUS Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Slower Growth; Stronger Focus on EssentialsEconomic and Financial Sentiment Hit Six-Month High: China Consumer Survey InsightsChina Consumer Tracker: Shops Regain Popularity