Category Archives: Part 8: Putting It All Together

This sub-category encompasses introlling and controlling the retail strategy.

Is the 90 Percent Franchisee Success Rate Right?

Posted on August 20, 2013 by bermanevansretail

One of the long-time statistics circulating in retailing is that 90 percent of franchisees succeed — a rate far higher than that of independent startups and other retailers. But is this figure correct or is it really the stuff of … Continue reading →

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Retailing Revisited

Posted on August 15, 2013 by bermanevansretail

JWT Intelligence has just released an excellent new report entitled Retail Rebooted: “Retail is undergoing a momentous shift, with brick-and-mortar stores forced to evolve for a digital-commerce age; multiple new ways to buy; the rise of data-based personalization; fast-changing consumer … Continue reading →

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Retail Planning Is More Complex Than Ever

Posted on July 27, 2013 by bermanevansretail

In this tough economic environment, retailers need all the help that they can get. So, an excellent article from Wilson Perumal & Company on “Complexity in Retail: Why Companies Must Adapt in Order to Survive” is particularly timely. According to Wilson … Continue reading →

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