The State of Retail Supply Chains & Sourcing Strategies in 2025

Bamboo Rose and The Interline are proud to present the second annual survey research report, The State of Retail Supply Chains & Sourcing Strategies in 2025.

Key Findings from Brands & Retailers:

  • Satisfaction improves, but gaps remain – User satisfaction is up 8%, yet nearly 60% remain unhappy with their tech stacks.
  • Manual processes persist – 66% still rely on spreadsheets, email, and messaging services.
  • Tech investment holds steady – 94% maintained spending in 2024, with a slight dip to 88% expected in 2025.

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Explore the trends defining retail supply chain, product development, and sourcing in 2025.

Trusted by Leading Global Retailers

Pacsun
American Eagle Outfitters
Urban Outfitters
Peter Millar

New Realities of Retail

Building on last year’s insights, this in-depth report provides unparalleled analysis of the evolving landscape of global retail supply chains and sourcing strategies, offering a clear view of the priorities, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry.

The survey gathered insights from global brands and retailers - industry leaders to emerging players - on tech investments, efficiency, and the future of retail.

Stay ahead of the curve, download the full report to explore the trends defining retail supply chain, product development, and sourcing in 2025.

The Evolving Supply Chain

80%

of supply chain executives saw strain in their operations tied to the pandemic

$560B+

expected size of US eCommerce market by 2025

15%

percent retailers have seen their margins suffer due to the switch in shipping preference

What Our Customers Are Saying

“Bamboo Rose is how we manage our entire supply chain, literally from design concept to when it’s received in a store.”

Megan Dimartino

American Eagle Outfitters

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