Tag Archives: customer expectations

Better Understanding the Consumer’s Path to Purchase

We know that consumers shop differently for various goods and services. But we can always learn more. Millward Brown Digital recently produced a report entitled “Demystifying the Consumer Journey?” A free download is available with a simple login. The chart … Continue reading

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Department Stores Still Rocky

Traditional department stores are having a tough go of it. Despite many store and online initiatives, the competition is taking its toll. And better times ahead do not seem in the cards for this sector, even though individual department stores … Continue reading

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Apps for Bricks-and-Mortar Firms

Being a store owner/manager can be demanding on your time, resources, and energies. There are so many responsibilities; and it likely seems that often there aren’t enough hours in the day. Technology has helped to make many mundane tasks more efficient … Continue reading

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