Category Archives: Part 5: Managing a Retail Business

This sub-category encompasses retail organizational structures, human resource management, financial operations management, and operational operations management.

Shopping Centers’ Impact

Despite the downward trend in the overall popularity of shopping centers, they still account for a sizeable part of the U.S. economy. Their impact remains enormous — even if reduced. According to various sources — International Council of Shopping Center … Continue reading

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The Reality of Retailing in 2017

In 2017 alone, we have had a number of posts on the present state of  of retailing. For example, see: More on the State of Store Retailing in 2017 Retail Data by World Region Doing Better at Ominchannel Retailing: Video Tips The Growth … Continue reading

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Fun Facts and Trivia About Labor Day

In the United States, Labor Day has been celebrated since 1882 — yes, for 135 years. In honor of Labor Day 2017, we offer this fun post with lots of interesting facts and trivia. 🙂 Sorry to those of you … Continue reading

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