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It’s Not Always Great to Be a Businessweek Cover Story

Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) was once a shining retail apparel star among teens and young adults. However, the chain has faced some tough times in recent years. Consider this: “Abercrombie’s predicament, perhaps because of the cultural clout it once wielded, feels … Continue reading

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What Happens Online Every Minute?

Our Internet activity keeps on increasing. So what do we do online most often? As Tech Spartan puts it: “The Internet is a wonderful thing, a thing of knowledge and power but also a thing of beauty and inspiration. We … Continue reading

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A Look Back at the Evolution of Delivery Services

Over the past year, we have been writing a lot about the latest trends in shipping and delivery practices. (See, for example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). But, let’s also take a look at the evolution of shipping practices to see … Continue reading

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