Category Archives: Global Retailing

Read about how domestic and foreign retailers are performing around the world.

Are You Committing “Product Information Malpractice”?

Posted on October 7, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Informatica Corporation (NASDAQ: INFA) is a leading global independent provider of data integration software. And it has coined the term “Product Information Malpractice” (PIM) that involves the practices of many multichannel/omnichannel firms.  What causes PIM? According to Informatica: “If you’re … Continue reading →

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A Video Look at Starbucks Around the World

Posted on October 5, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Since its founding in 1971, Starbucks has become a global retail coffee powerhouse. Today it has 21,000 outlets around the world: “Our stores are a neighborhood gathering place for meeting friends and family. Our customers enjoy quality service, an inviting … Continue reading →

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A Global Look at the Real-Time Pace of Online Consumer Shopping

Posted on September 19, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Click the image to see real-time data on what online consumers are spending by the second around the globe.    

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