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.

Franchisee Problems at McDonald’s

Posted on September 29, 2015 by bermanevansretail

The backbone of McDonald’s long-term growth around the world is its franchising system, whereby the vast majority of McDonald’s outlets are owned and operated by franchisees. However, McDonald’s has not performed strongly for a while. And many of its franchisees … Continue reading →

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Are You Managing Your Passwords Well?

Posted on September 25, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Everyday, millions of Internet accounts around the world are hacked into. Are YOU doing enough to protect yourself? Take a look at these past posts we’ve made: 1, 2 Then, check out these password manager tools recommended by TechRepublic and … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Amazon’s Jeff Bezos

Posted on September 24, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Amazon places an enormous emphasis on customer service, as described by CEO Jeff Bezos.    

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