The Retail Challenge: Doing More With Less - Guest Series, Part 1

By Paige Kindell, vice president, resource managment solutions, Ecova

For many businesses, including retailers, utility expenses are one of the top three or four operational costs, and can significantly eat into profits during periods of slow sales. Retailers can increase competitiveness month after month by developing and executing a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce utility expenses through consumption reduction — and yes, even become more sustainable — without compromising employee satisfaction or customer experience.