Category Archives: Part 1: Overview/Planning

This sub-category encompasses an introduction to retailing, building and sustaining relationships in retailing, and strategic planning in retailing.

A Groupon Alternative Aims to Offer Small Businesses a Better Deal

Posted on March 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As David Freedman reports in the New York Times: “Constant Contact has been one of the big success stories when it comes to online companies that specialize in serving small businesses. Some half a million of them count on the … Continue reading →

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Startups Resist Facebook’s Pull

Posted on March 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As Shayndi Rice reports in the Wall Street Journal: “Startups are trying to reduce their reliance on Facebook Inc., a potential threat to the social network as it moves forward with its highly anticipated initial public offering. The risks and rewards … Continue reading →

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10 Hot Web Startups Changing the Face of Retail

Posted on February 15, 2012 by bermanevansretail

This story is by Macala Wright, the publisher of FashionablyMarketing.Me, one of the leading fashion and retail industry business Web sites. She is a retail consultant and business strategist who specializes in marketing consulting for fashion, luxury, and lifestyle brands. … Continue reading →

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