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Wal-Mart Ramps Up in Africa

Posted on September 7, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As we noted yesterday, Wal-Mart is a very creative and innovative firm, not just a giant discounter that sells a lot of stuff. Another indication of this is the retailer’s heightened interest in doing business in Africa. Devon Maylie, writing … Continue reading →

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Wal-Mart and the iPhone: A New Way to Checkout

Posted on September 6, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Wal-Mart is by far the best-selling retailer in the world. But this is not just because of its low prices and wide merchandise assortment. The firm is also extremely creative and innovative in its efforts to be cost efficient and to improve … Continue reading →

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Retailers Adopt Fast-Changing Online Prices

Posted on September 5, 2012 by bermanevansretail

From the Wall Street Journal: “It used to be only airfares that changed every minute. But now, prices of everything from clothing to toilet paper are fluctuating dramatically online. Julia Angwin explains on The News Hub.” Click on the image … Continue reading →

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