Author Archives: bermanevansretail

Upgrading the Distribution Center

Posted on February 25, 2014 by bermanevansretail

For larger retailers, the distribution center is a major focus in the logistics system. Thus, having the best possible distribution center is often a leading goal for such retailers. As Joseph O’Reilly writes for Inbound Logistics: “Every company prioritizes different … Continue reading →

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Another Take on Bricks-and-Mortar Retailing

Posted on February 24, 2014 by bermanevansretail

An interesting question is whether any retailer can make it the future as a pure brick-and-mortar player, given the growth of online and mobile shopping. With this mind, Cynthia Clarke — writing for 1to1 Media — makes a number of … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of the Retail Barcode

Posted on February 22, 2014 by bermanevansretail

We know that technology drives a lot of retailing today. But it’s also interesting to track how technology has evolved over the decades. Take the barcode, for example. Look at this infographic to see how far we’ve come since punch … Continue reading →

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