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.

Starbucks Is Testing a New Hyper-Local Format

Posted on October 20, 2012 by bermanevansretail

In order to stimulate sales growth, Starbucks is experimenting with a new hyper-local format. The first such outlet is in Denver, Colorado (shown below). As reported by Fast Company: “This week in Colorado, Starbucks opened a store unlike any before … Continue reading →

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Sales Tax Automation

Posted on October 17, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Learn about sales tax automation from software firm Avalara.  

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How FreshDirect Delivers Phone and Online Grocery Orders

Posted on October 17, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Ever consider how an online order is actually delivered, especially one involving a lot of perishables? Consider the case of FreshDirect (“Groceries Delivered Direct to Your Door.” According to a recent story in the New York Times: “Every day, thousands of … Continue reading →

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