Category Archives: Part 8: Putting It All Together

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

Retailers’ Urban Idea: Think Smaller

Posted on July 30, 2012 by bermanevansretail

When many big-box retailers — and even chains with medium-sized stores — move into urban locations, they need to think differently. The smaller space has to be used creatively. According to Stephanie Clifford: “As young Americans move to cities, retailers that grew up … Continue reading →

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Platt’s Journal of Retail Analytics

Posted on July 17, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Published by the Platt Research Institute, “The Journal of Retail Analytics is a comprehensive resource on the current state of the economy, with news, and case studies regarding customer-facing technologies. The Journal provides essential, in-depth information on the economy as … Continue reading →

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What’s Wrong with the U.S. Supermarket Business?

Posted on July 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

The supermarket industry continues to face tough competition. As reported in the Wall Street Journal: “Squeezed by Wal-Mart, high operating costs, and thin margins, traditional supermarket chains are struggling to compete for consumers dollars. The latest casualty: Supervalu shares plunged … Continue reading →

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