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The Evolution of Self-Service in Supermarkets and Grocery Stores

As retailers weigh the pros and cons of self-service shopping (see this post, for example), a lot of exciting things are happening in this area. Self-Service World and Kiosk Marketplace report that: “Thanks to the adoption of self-service technology at grocery … Continue reading

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Macy’s Herald Square: A $400 Million Renovation

Macy’s iconic flagship Herald Square, New York store is a major component of the retail chain’s overall positioning strategy. Click the image to see a video interview with Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren regarding the $400 million dollar renovation of the … Continue reading

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A Graphical Look at the Apple Store’s Peformance

As we know, Apple’s store division has been on an incredible roll (see this post, for example). So, how are these stores doing across several financial dimensions? Recently, Horace Dediu compiled data on the Apple Store group and charted performance … Continue reading

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