Category Archives: Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing

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

Who’s the Real Boss of Shopping?

The answer to this question, which may or may not be surprising to you, is women (for several product categories). Despite the blurring of gender roles, this remains true. As reported by Martin Armstrong for Statista: “One way of judging … Continue reading

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H&M Is Now Using Data Analytics

Just a few years ago, H&M was charging along as a leading purveyor of “cheap chic.” In recent times, it has not done nearly as well. Hence, H&M is now using data analytics more actively than before.   Why and … Continue reading

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Macy’s New Story

After a long period of weak results, Macy’s may finally be turning things around. And there is also Macy’s new Story.   Recent Results Are Positive According to Paul LaMonica, writing for CNN Money: “Don’t count out Macy’s yet. Digital sales … Continue reading

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