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white paper

Brand manufacturers and retailers are moving to a direct-to-consumer (D2C) model faster than ever

Download our white paper for all the information on the benefits of D2C.

Amorepacific Corporation
Anheuser-Busch InBev
Asian Paints
Berger Paints India Limited
Blue Buffalo
Canadian Tire
Caterpillar
Citizen Watch America
Comcast
Crocs
Deckers Brands
Amorepacific Corporation
Anheuser-Busch InBev
Asian Paints
Berger Paints India Limited
Blue Buffalo
Canadian Tire
Caterpillar
Citizen Watch America
Comcast
Crocs
Deckers Brands
Amorepacific Corporation
Anheuser-Busch InBev
Asian Paints
Berger Paints India Limited
Blue Buffalo
Canadian Tire
Caterpillar
Citizen Watch America
Comcast
Crocs
Deckers Brands

PROVEN VALUE DELIVERY ACROSS 30+ INDUSTRIES

In this white paper you’ll learn

  • Make the Move to D2C

    The benefits and challenges of moving to a D2C model. Read our step-by-step process.

  • Control Towers

    How retailers are using AI/ML-powered cognitive Control Towers to diagnose root causes of fulfillment failures.

  • Next-Gen Planning

    How companies can leverage and combine both models for one omnichannel plan.

“With o9 AI/ML-based forecasting in place, we’re already seeing improved forecast accuracy, stronger cross-functional collaboration, and faster, more informed decision-making—all within a centralized platform.”
Gaby gutierrez

Gaby Gutierrez

VP of Global Supply Chain Planning at Amway

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The fashion and apparel business is undergoing significant change

There has been rapid growth of digital sales from e-commerce marketplaces, which has only been accelerated due to consumer behavior changes during the pandemic. As a result, companies are moving to a D2C model to differentiate themselves from their competitors.

Industries

The benefits of D2C for brands

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Consistent brand experience

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Direct consumer interaction is a superior way to create a compelling brand experience.

[2] Consumer data

Consumer data

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Valuable proprietary consumer data can be processed for insight into preferences and purchasing behavior and used for product innovation.

[3] Broader assortment offering

Broader assortment offering

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Wider product ranges can be offered.

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