Category Archives: Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing

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

Online Shopping Expected to Boom During Holiday Season

Posted on September 16, 2012 by bermanevansretail

eMarketer states that online shopping is forecast to do quite well this holiday season: “Despite an economy that continues to be tough for many consumers, another strong U.S. online holiday shopping season is taking shape. Consumers will turn to the Internet … Continue reading →

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Retailers Retooling Holiday Layaway Plans for 2012

Posted on September 16, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Retailers are expecting (hoping?) for a better 2012 holiday season after a slow several years. They are planning for post-recession shopping behavior. According to Alec Foege, writing for JWT Intelligence: “Back in 2009, Kmart and Sears revived the old Christmas layaway concept, … Continue reading →

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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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