Tag Archives: planning

A Great Source of Recent Sales Data by Retail Category

Posted on February 16, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Looking to track month-to-month changes in retail sales by retail category? Then, take a look at the Retail Owners Institute Web site. The Retail Owners Institute Web site offers free data (in chart form) on the most recent six month … Continue reading →

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Starting an Online Company: A Global Cost Comparison

Posted on February 14, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Thinking about starting an online business? If yes, then costs certainly come into consideration. Before a retail business can be launched online, it typically requires overhead and Web development expenditures. Recently, Staff.com (“a global employment site that connects companies with talented … Continue reading →

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Can RadioShack Make a Comeback?

Posted on February 9, 2014 by bermanevansretail

RadioShack has a had tough go of it in recent years. It has tried various times to reinvent itself; and it is doing so again now. Its repositioning message was humorously unveiled during last week’s Super Bowl. But, there are … Continue reading →

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