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An Optimistic Retail Holiday Forecast from Platt Retail Institute

Posted on October 19, 2012 by bermanevansretail

There are many 2012 retail holiday forecasts that range from weak to strong sales estimates. One of the more optimistic forecasts is from the Platt Retail Institute: “This year’s holiday retail sales forecasts are out. Most are conservative, looking for … Continue reading →

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Sales Tax Automation

Posted on October 17, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Learn about sales tax automation from software firm Avalara.  

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Home Depot Learns the Hard Way: Chinese Not Do-It-Yourselfers

Posted on October 15, 2012 by bermanevansretail

For decades, Atlanta-based Home Depot has focused on do-it-yourselfers (DIYers) — customers who buy products and then install them or set them up themselves. But in China, Home Depot has found that customers are not that interested in being DYIers. So, … Continue reading →

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