Retail Labor is Under Pressure. Will Your Strategy Hold?

By Logile

Published on April 21st, 2025

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What Winning Retailers Are Doing Differently

Understaffed shifts. Burned-out teams. Soaring overtime. Retailers across North America are feeling the heat – but the cost of inaction is even higher than you think.

What if the real issue isn’t headcount, but how you’re planning for demand?

The Hidden Costs You Might Be Missing:

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Instead of reacting to disruption, top retailers are getting ahead of it. They’re using AI-powered workforce management to:

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Curious how they’re doing it? Get the Strategy They’re Using

In this whitepaper, you’ll uncover:

  • Why outdated labor tools are quietly draining your margins
  • How real-time data helps right-size staffing in every location
  • What steps leading retailers are taking right now to build agile, resilient labor models

The Next Disruption Is Coming–Will You Be Ready

Don’t wait for your next scheduling crisis to reveal the cracks. This guide shows you how to stay efficient, staffed, and profitable–no matter what comes next.

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