Category Archives: Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing

This sub-category encompasses developing and implementing merchandise plans, financial merchandise management, and pricing in retailing.

An Interesting Take on “Free” Shipping from Vermont Teddy Bear

Posted on August 23, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Free shipping is certainly a hot button issue for many online shoppers and the retailers that serve them. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the strategy of Vermont Teddy as to shipping fees. As reported by Tim Parry … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Auntie Anne’s Founder

Posted on August 21, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Anne Beiler is the founder and CEO of Auntie Anne’s. Recently, she sat down for an interview with Fortune about her career and life. As Dinah Eng notes in the lead in to the interview: “When Anne Beiler bought a … Continue reading →

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An Inventory Management Quiz

Posted on August 18, 2013 by bermanevansretail

How well do you grasp retail inventory management? To see, click the image to access a 10-question quiz from the Retail Owners Institute.. Let us know how you do on the quiz by leaving a comment. 🙂    

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