Tag Archives: bad behavior

Are 2012’s Black Friday Doorbusters Really a Good Real?

Posted on November 23, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As we have blogged before, Black Friday “deals” are not always what they seem. They are often not the best bargains of the year, but typically a tool to lure consumers to the store. Today (Black Friday 2012) is no … Continue reading →

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Personal Security Tips for the Holidays from McAfee

Posted on November 20, 2012 by bermanevansretail

The McAfee Security Advice Center offers a number of good personal online security tips for the holidays. As McAfee notes: “While we are busy buying gifts and making travel arrangements, cybercriminals are making their lists, and checking them twice, as … Continue reading →

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How Big a Problem Is Price Gouging?

Posted on November 20, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Here is an interesting infographic by Brian Wallace on price gouging (setting overly high prices due to the high of consumer demand relative to the available supply). Click the chart to learn more. Post suggested by KCJ  

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