Category Archives: Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information

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

How Store Retailers Can Compete in a Digital World

Randall Stone is a senior partner and director of customer experience and retail design for Lippincott. His clients have included Starbucks, Foot Locker, RadioShack, and The Limited. Recently, Stone identified six retail tactics to enhance the in-store shopping experience: Go … Continue reading

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Ten Trends Affecting Consumer Behavior in 2013

JTW Intelligence recently released its 2013 consumer trends report. As it notes: “In this year’s report, new technology continues to take center stage, as we see major shifts tied to warp-speed developments in mobile, social, and data technologies. Many of … Continue reading

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2013 May Be a Make or Break Year for Some Long-Time Retailers

Best Buy, J.C. Penney, RadioShack, and Sears are among the best-known retailers that have faced tough times recently. Will 2013 be the year they regain their popularity — or the year when then decline even further? As today’s Wall Street … Continue reading

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