Category Archives: Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing

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

Voice Assistants Have Come to In-Store Shopping

Posted on August 22, 2018 by bermanevansretail

The technology behind virtual assistants, such as Alexa and Siri, keeps rapidly advancing. Not only can we order from our homes.  But some voice assistants have come to in-store shopping.   See How Voice Assistants Have Come to In-Store Shopping … Continue reading →

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Mixed Results With Augmented Reality

Posted on August 15, 2018 by bermanevansretail

More than five years ago, we discussed augmented reality (AR). We highlighted the “magic mirror” used in retail stores. At that time, it was predicted that AR would rapidly gain popularity. But, according to new research, there are mixed results … Continue reading →

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Applying Artificial Intelligence

Posted on August 13, 2018 by bermanevansretail

As we know, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is taking off. Thus, today’s post takes another perspective on applying artificial intelligence. For a good understanding of AI, read these two posts: Artificial Intelligence Insights from Intel and Artificial Intelligence … Continue reading →

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