Retail leaders across North America are relying on Merchandise Financial Planning (MFP) to navigate uncertainty, improve agility and protect margin. But is it working? To find out, Centric Software® surveyed more than 100 retailers across formats, regions and growth stages.

The goal: to understand how planning operates today and where it falls short in meeting the demands of retail. The results are in.

This is not an opinion piece. It’s a grounded, data-backed look at the state of MFP, built from real responses, not assumptions. 

Whether you lead planning for a national chain, a Direct to Consumer (DTC) brand or an omnichannel operation, this report delivers: 

Get a clear view of what’s working and what’s holding retail planning back. 

Haven’t weighed in yet? Take the survey and add your voice to the next wave of insights.