Monthly Archives: October 2012

This Is a Big Deal: Black Friday Not Always a Bargain

Posted on October 9, 2012 by bermanevansretail

This post is important enough as a consumer shopping tip that I am posting it at both of my blogs (bermanevansretail.com and evansonmarketing.com). I’m sure that more than a few retailers are not happy with the Wall Street Journal for publishing … Continue reading →

Posted in Part 1: Overview/Planning, Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information, Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing, Part 7: Communicating with the Customer, Social Media and Retailing, Video Clips (non-career) | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Technology and Retailing: Looking Ahead to 2013

Posted on October 9, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Look at this infographic from eTail for some insights about what to expect in 2013.

Posted in Part 2: Ownership, Strategy Mix, Online, Nontraditional, Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information, Part 5: Managing a Retail Business, Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing, Part 7: Communicating with the Customer | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Merchandise (Inventory) Management During Peak Seasons

Posted on October 7, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Merchandise planning and supply chain management are tough enough during typical selling seasons. But this is especially complicated during peak selling seasons — when the proper in-store mix of merchandise contributes heavily to whether a retailer is profitable or stuck … Continue reading →

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