Analyst CornerAnalyst Corner: Analyzing Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions for the Apparel, Footwear and Department Store Sectors, with Aditya Kaushik Aditya Kaushik, Analyst Sector Lead: John Mercer, Head of Global Research and Managing Director of Data-Driven Research March 8, 2026 Reasons to ReadDiscover the key challenges and opportunities reshaping supply chains in the apparel, footwear and department store sectors. Learn how accelerating fashion cycles, geopolitical uncertainties, increasing returns and new technological innovations are transforming the way retailers operate and respond to consumer demands. Every Analyst Corner also includes a roundup of research and data published that week, as well as highlighting upcoming reports to look out for from Coresight Research. Reasons to Read This Report: What are the main factors driving change in apparel, footwear, and department store supply chains? What are the immediate actionable strategies retailers can adopt in the next 12 months to improve efficiency and resilience? Other relevant research: All Analyst Corners Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: CEO Brief: Agentic Commerce—How to Stay Visible When AI Agents Become the New Shopping FunnelAgentic Commerce—How Should Retailers Leverage GEO to Maximize AI-Engine Visibility?Groceryshop 2025 Day Four: AI and Data Are Driving Shopper Journeys and Unified OrganizationsWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 46: Store Openings Down 11% Year Over Year
