Category Archives: Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information

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

The Discounting Boom in China

After many years of exceptional economic growth, the Chinese economy has slowed down dramatically (something to which people in many parts of the world can certainly relate). As a result, consumers in China are becoming more discount-oriented. This presents both … Continue reading

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Target at 50

Target senior archivist Tony Jahn gives a video overview of Target’s first 50 years. Learn what makes one of the largest retailers tick — and draw such loyal customers. Read the full story at abullseyeview.com.    

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How to Better Use Pinterest in Market Segmentation

Pinterest (an online pinboard, where you can “organize and share things you love”) is a social media phenomenon, attracting millions of users each day — who “pin,” browse, get receipes, etc. Now, it is time for retailers to better utilize Pinterest … Continue reading

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