Tag Archives: customer service

Merz Apothecary: A Chicago Landmark

Posted on March 31, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Merz Apothecary is “a Chicago landmark (tour buses from around the Midwest make regular stops at the Apothecary) and a mecca for people who want unique and natural products for their bodies. The store sends packages to customers around the … Continue reading →

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How Do We Make Digital Consumers Happy?

Posted on March 30, 2016 by bermanevansretail

Digital consumers can be quite demanding. Below are two valuable resources for us to better understand digital shopping and to learn how to better act in serving these customers.   First, click on the image to access “The Digitally Demanding … Continue reading →

Posted in Online Retailing, Part 1: Overview/Planning, Part 2: Ownership, Strategy Mix, Online, Nontraditional, Part 3: Targeting Customers and Gathering Information, Part 6: Merchandise Management and Pricing, Part 7: Communicating with the Customer, Social Media and Retailing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Turning Customers into Advocates

Posted on March 7, 2016 by bermanevansretail

All companies are after loyal customers — those who keep coming back to the firms and regularly repurchase from them. It’s a tough competitive battle to capture and retain such customers. But, even more valuable than loyal customers are loyal … Continue reading →

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