Start 2026 off Strong - Audits
The start of a new year brings new strategies, new promotions, and new expectations. But none of that matters if your products aren’t showing up correctly in stores. That’s why in-store audits are one of the smartest ways to start 2026 off strong.
Audits give brands something far more valuable than assumptions: real, store level proof of what’s happening on shelf.
Why Audits Matter at the Start of the Year
January and February are critical months for retail execution. New planograms roll out, packaging updates appear, and retailers reset priorities. Without visibility, brands often don’t realize there’s a problem until sales dip later in the year.
Early audits help you:
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Confirm products are listed, placed, and priced correctly
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Catch out-of-stocks and missing SKUs before they become recurring issues
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Validate promotional compliance and shelf presence
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Establish a baseline benchmark for the year ahead
Audits Turn Problems into Action
Audits don’t just highlight issues, they create opportunities. When you know exactly which stores are missing facings, displays, or price tags, you can take targeted action instead of broad, costly fixes.
They also provide objective data that’s easy to share internally or with retail partners, making conversations more productive and rolling out solutions faster.
Make Audits Your First Win of 2026
Brands that audit early don’t spend the rest of the year reacting. They spend it optimizing.
Start the year with clarity and confidence. Launch a Q1 audit to uncover execution gaps early and set your brand up for success in 2026. Contact us today to get started!
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