Tag Archives: supermarket

An Interview with Wegmans’ Store Manager Kevin Lang

Posted on September 13, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Wegmans is a leading supermarket chain. Here, one of its store managers talks about careers with the retailer.    

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Reniventing the Interior of the Supermarket?

Posted on August 11, 2012 by bermanevansretail

For the past several years, supermarkets have faced a barrage of new competitors, from big-box stores such as Wal-Mart and Target (which have increased their emphasis on food products in their product mix) to specialty chains such as Whole Foods … Continue reading →

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What’s Wrong with the U.S. Supermarket Business?

Posted on July 14, 2012 by bermanevansretail

The supermarket industry continues to face tough competition. As reported in the Wall Street Journal: “Squeezed by Wal-Mart, high operating costs, and thin margins, traditional supermarket chains are struggling to compete for consumers dollars. The latest casualty: Supervalu shares plunged … Continue reading →

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