Tag Archives: multichannel

Online Shopping Expected to Boom During Holiday Season

Posted on September 16, 2012 by bermanevansretail

eMarketer states that online shopping is forecast to do quite well this holiday season: “Despite an economy that continues to be tough for many consumers, another strong U.S. online holiday shopping season is taking shape. Consumers will turn to the Internet … Continue reading →

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Retailers Retooling Holiday Layaway Plans for 2012

Posted on September 16, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Retailers are expecting (hoping?) for a better 2012 holiday season after a slow several years. They are planning for post-recession shopping behavior. According to Alec Foege, writing for JWT Intelligence: “Back in 2009, Kmart and Sears revived the old Christmas layaway concept, … Continue reading →

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The Evolving Retail Supply Chain

Posted on September 12, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Retail supply chains are constantly evolving due to changes in technology and consumer expectations, as well as competitive pressure. With regard to apparel retailers, for example, Amy Roach Partridge reports for Inbound Logistics: “Gone are the days of single-channel apparel … Continue reading →

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