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.

Online Retailers Now Popping Up as Stores

Posted on December 4, 2012 by bermanevansretail

According to CNN Money: “It used to be that brick-and-mortar stores would later add a Web site. Now retailers that make their debut online are adding pop-up, real-world stores.” Click the image for a video on this topic.  

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Online Practices of Leading U.S. Retailers

Posted on December 2, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Are retailers engaging in good online practices? According to recent research, the answer is yes — at least for the major U.S. retailers analyzed. Click the chart to learn more.  

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Reinventing the Department Store

Posted on November 27, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Check out this CBS video to see how department stores are reinventing themselves in the face of today’s competitive environment. Click the icon for a video clip.  

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