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.

High-Tech Changing Retail Merchandising Practices

Posted on September 15, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Here’s a good take on the evolving use of technology in retailing by Erik Sherman, writing for Inc.: “The retail industry is undergoing significant changes in the merchandising process — at least, so says a recent survey by RSR Research. The … Continue reading →

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Careers at Pier 1

Posted on September 13, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Pier 1 Imports is a unique retail chain: “If it’s interesting, if it’s impressive, if it’s colorful and cute and one-of-a-kind — then odds are it’s probably from Pier 1 Imports.” Check out this career-oriented video.  

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An Interview with Wegmans’ Store Manager Kevin Lang

Posted on September 13, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Wegmans is a leading supermarket chain. Here, one of its store managers talks about careers with the retailer.    

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