Tag Archives: pricing

Encyclopaedia Britannica: In Print No More

Posted on June 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

After 244 years, the publisher of one of the most popular reference sources in history — the Encyclopaedia Britannica — decided to stop printing volumes. It was a victim of technology and the multitude of competing online resources, many of them free. In writing … Continue reading →

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Security and Privacy Concerns Remain for Mobile Devices

Posted on June 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

As discussed by eMarketer: “Cost may be the top consideration when Internet users around the world decide which PCs, tablets, and smart phones to buy, but security and privacy issues are not far behind, according to data from Edelman’s February 2012 … Continue reading →

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Consumers Still Want Deals

Posted on June 13, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Shoppers’ interest in deals is still strong despite some mixed signs of economic growth. Many people are unlikely to turn away from this shopping approach any time soon. As Patricia O’Dell writes in Promo: “Whether or not the economy is improving … Continue reading →

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