Author Archives: bermanevansretail

Automating Inventory Management with Data Collection Software

As this Datalogic white paper discusses: “Small and mid-sized companies face a number of challenges when it comes to deploying mobile computers within their operations, including the cost to license and maintain application software, integration issues that can further increase … Continue reading →

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What Top Chefs Think About Supermarket Staples

What do the chefs at some leading restaurants feel about national (mass-marketed) food products? Often, they rely on special ingredients; but, they also seem to like some popular brands as well. According to Jeff Gordiner, writing in the New York … Continue reading →

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Shoppers Skeptical About Scanned ID

Are retailers asking too much when they seek to verify a shopper’s identity? According to a recent story by KMOX (a CBS Radio station in St. Louis): “Having a cashier check your identification is nothing new, but the way some retailers … Continue reading →

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