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.

Can Car Manufacturers Sell Direct and Bypass Dealers?

Tesla Motors is a U.S.-based manufacturer of upscale high-performance electric cars. As it notes at its Web site: “The Tesla Roadster hit the streets in early 2008 as a car with no equal. Four years later, over 2,300 Roadsters drive emissions-free … Continue reading

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Mobile Shopping and Affluent Consumers

As we have reported before, mobile media are now commonly being used by many consumers during the shopping process. Let’s look specifically at affluent consumers. According to eMarketer: “The wealthy consumer is highly likely to own a smartphone or tablet, … Continue reading

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Making Deli Counters Safer

As Phil Lempert, the supermarket guru notes: “Deli counters are a favorite when it comes to sandwich meats, salads, and pre-cooked foods, but they can also be a risky place for listeria. So what’s next? Watch this video clip.  

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