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. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Connected TV’s Opportunities and Growing Pains: 10 Insights from CTV Connect 2025Walmart Investment Community Meeting 2025: From Low-Margin Retailer to Diversified, Digital Profit Engine, But Tariffs Create UncertaintyThe Tech-Driven Future of US Retail: AI To Power Smarter Supply Chains, Seamless Operations and Personalized ExperiencesWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 9: Joann To Close an Additional 300+ Stores, Shuttering All Locations