Tag Archives: trends

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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When Will Bad News About Security Stop Piling Up?

Posted on February 11, 2014 by bermanevansretail

The answer to this question is an unfortunate: not any time soon. Retailers are still trying to sort through and deal with all of the recent security breaches that have popped up. Now, they have another security issue with which … 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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