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Newsroom: Retail Deductions, Promotions, and Chargeback Recovery


What Happens When You Ignore Deduction Disputes? (Spoiler: It’s Expensive)
Avoiding deduction disputes is like ignoring a dripping faucet. At first, it seems harmless. But over time? You’re knee-deep in water,...
The HRG Team
Apr 8, 20251 min read


Why Your Deduction Team Is Always Playing Catch-Up
If you’ve ever seen a dog chase its tail, you know the cycle: spinning, frantic, and getting nowhere. That’s what deduction management...
The HRG Team
Apr 3, 20251 min read


Post-Audit Recovery: The Money You Forgot You Lost
Have you ever cleaned out your car or an old jacket and found a $20 bill you didn’t know you had? That tiny thrill—surprise money!—is...
The HRG Team
Apr 2, 20252 min read


The Deduction Domino Effect: How One Retail Error Can Trigger a Chain Reaction
It usually starts small: a missed barcode, a packing slip printed with the wrong font, or a shipment that showed up 12 hours late because...
The HRG Team
Mar 27, 20252 min read


What Retail Buyers Aren’t Telling You About Deductions
Retail buyers are the rockstars of supplier meetings. They talk assortment, pricing, promo calendars, and shelf strategy. They’re focused...
The HRG Team
Mar 26, 20253 min read


Death by a Thousand Deductions – Why Small Errors Add Up to Big Trouble
It usually doesn’t start with something dramatic. There’s no fire alarm. No flashing red light. Just a small deduction. Maybe a $225...
The HRG Team
Mar 25, 20253 min read


The Silent Threat of Deduction Fatigue: Why Your Team Is Giving Up (and How to Fix It)
Combat Deduction fatigue and reclaim lost revenue. Learn how to overcome Deduction fatigue with automation, prioritization, and expert help.
The HRG Team
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Are Retail Deductions a Hidden Tax on Suppliers?
Imagine getting hit with a surprise tax bill every time you ship an order. One you never agreed to, with ever-changing rules and little...
The HRG Team
Mar 19, 20252 min read


Small Suppliers, Big Losses: Why Retail Deductions Hit Emerging Brands the Hardest
Discover why retail deductions hit emerging brands the hardest. Learn how small suppliers can combat these losses and protect their revenue.
The HRG Team
Mar 18, 20252 min read


The Retail Deduction “Snowball Effect” – How Small Errors Turn Into Big Losses
The $10,000 Mistake You Didn’t Even Notice It starts with a single invoice error. Maybe a case count got mixed up, or a product was...
The HRG Team
Mar 13, 20252 min read


Think You’re Recovering All Your Deductions? Here’s Why You’re Probably Leaving Money on the Table
Imagine this: You’re a CPG supplier, and things seem to be going well. Your products are moving, orders are coming in, and you’re...
The HRG Team
Mar 11, 20253 min read


Millions on the Line: How One Supplier Recovered $3M After a Year-End Deduction Nightmare
Imagine it’s December 29th. Your sales team is about to celebrate a successful year, with bonuses in sight. Then, out of nowhere, a...
The HRG Team
Mar 10, 20254 min read


Retailer Chargebacks Are Eating Your Margins—Here’s How to Stop the Bleeding
Retailers have found a way to make their problems your problem. Chargebacks— those frustrating deductions retailers take for shipping...
The HRG Team
Mar 5, 20253 min read


Retailer Deductions vs. Post-Audit Claims: What’s the Difference, and Why Should You Care?
If you’re a retail supplier, you know deductions and chargebacks are part of doing business with big retailers. But do you understand the...
The HRG Team
Mar 4, 20252 min read


What Walmart’s Deduction Changes Mean for Suppliers—And How to Get Ahead
Brace yourself—Walmart suppliers are in for a shake-up in 2025. If you thought deductions were already a headache, get ready for a whole...
The HRG Team
Mar 3, 20253 min read


Chargeback Chaos: The 7 Most Common Retail Deductions (and How to Prevent Them)
You made the sale, shipped the product, and waited for payment—only to find a chunk of your invoice missing. Does this sound familiar?...
The HRG Team
Feb 26, 20253 min read


Cash Flow Killers: Why Deduction Recovery Should Be Your #1 Priority in 2025
Retail is tough, but here’s a hard truth: it’s not always your sales numbers that determine success—it’s your cash flow. Suppliers spend...
The HRG Team
Feb 25, 20253 min read


5 Retail Deduction Horror Stories (And How They Could Have Been Avoided)
Retail suppliers know the feeling—that sinking moment when a retailer deduction pops up on your statement, and you’re left scrambling to...
The HRG Team
Feb 24, 20253 min read


10 Common Compliance Mistakes That Trigger Costly Deductions
Retailers have strict compliance policies, and even minor missteps can lead to costly chargebacks . If your team isn’t proactively...
The HRG Team
Feb 18, 20252 min read


How Deduction Recovery Can Boost Your Bottom Line Without Extra Sales
For many suppliers, the answer to increasing profits is straightforward— sell more. But while boosting sales is essential, it’s often...
The HRG Team
Feb 17, 20252 min read
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