When consumers are grappling with the rising costs of living and shrinking disposable incomes, balancing quality and quantity has never been more critical. But how can retailers achieve this without slashing their already thin margins? In this episode, join Oliver Banks as he addresses the pressing issue of finding and delivering cost savings in retail. Explore the transformational power of strategic cost-saving programmes that trim expenses, enhance efficiency and potentially free up resources for reinvestment and growth.Listen to this podcast episode to:Delve into the financial woes of consumers and explore how retailers can effectively reduce costs while keeping customers' needs at the forefront.Discover strategic cost-saving techniques such as heatmaps, zero-based budgeting, Lean Six Sigma, and end-to-end analysis.Consider how to balance urgent cost-cutting measures with long-term strategies to not only survive but thrive in a challenging retail environment.The full show notes can be found at www.obandco.uk/243.