Category Archives: Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information

This sub-category encompasses identifying and understanding consumers, and information gathering and processing in retailing.

Retail’s Impact on the Economy

We all know that the retail sector is a major driver of the economy — in the United States and around the world. With that in mind, take a look at this informative infographic by Milo. Included are data on … Continue reading

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What Is the Impact of Odd Pricing?

Evans on Marketing Odd pricing ($799 rather than $800; $5.99 rather than $6.00) has been used by marketers for a hundred years. Do you agree with the conclusions stated in this video? Do we really see $799 as $700 rather … Continue reading

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How the Restaurant Industry Is Using Digital Media

There are lessons to be learned by retailers from the experiences of the restaurant industry with digital media — both good and bad. According to eMarketer: “Social media have become a blessing and a curse for the restaurant industry. The … Continue reading

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