Category Archives: Part 8: Putting It All Together

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

Global Retail: The Future of Digital

The digital era is booming globally for retailers and their customers. Retail Touchpoints reports that: “As many as 90% of consumers say they trust online recommendations for products; and up to 25% of social media shoppers say they use social … Continue reading

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Macy’s Keeps Striving to be Seamless

As Macy’s expands its online presence, the company is also enhancing its ability to ship directly from stores to consumers so that the shopping experience is “seamless.” According to Erin Lynch, reporting for MultiChannelMerchant.com: “In what Macy’s is calling a continual effort … Continue reading

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Wal-Mart Lagging Behind in E-Commerce

Wal-Mart is by far the leading retailer in the United States and in terms of total worldwide revenues. Yet, it lags behind Amazon.com when it comes to online sales. In 2012, Amazon.com generated online revenues of $61 billion, while Wal-Mart’s online … Continue reading

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