Fabletics Transforms Supply Chain Strategy

written by a member of the WCB

Key Investment Highlights

Strategic Partnership

Fabletics has entered a pivotal partnership with Blue Yonder to revolutionize its supply chain planning capabilities, focusing on:

• Demand planning

• Allocation and replenishment

• Merchandise financial planning

• Size scaling

Technology Implementation

The implementation, supported by Plantensive, aims to:

• Enhance inventory management

• Improve demand forecasting

• Optimize merchandise distribution across multiple channels

Technical Capabilities

Advanced Inventory Management

• Leverages sophisticated datasets and algorithms

• Provides precise inventory recommendations

• Reduces excess stock and markdown risks

Size Scaling Innovation

• Conducts detailed size analysis

• Minimizes excess and fringe-sized assortments

• Ensures optimal size distribution across locations

Strategic Outcomes

Business Benefits

• Improved inventory profitability

• Enhanced operational productivity

• More precise inventory positioning

Sustainability Impact

• Minimizes waste

• Ensures efficient inventory management

• Aligns strategic goals with execution

Implementation Scope

• Covers e-commerce channels

• Supports retail operations

• Enables dropship and wholesale distribution

Source: Consumer Goods Technology, February 14, 2025