Tag Archives: trends

Making Fast Food Fast Again?

Posted on January 19, 2015 by bermanevansretail

Isn’t it time for a number of fast-food restaurants to return to their roots and offer scaled-down menus and fast service? In the “good old days,” fast-food menus were really simple. Take a look at this early McDonald’s menu, for … Continue reading →

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How Do Entrepreneurs Feel About 2015?

Posted on January 16, 2015 by bermanevansretail

After enduring the Great Recession, many — but, by no means all — entrepreneurs have done better the last couple of years. So, how are they feeling as we enter further into 2015? As Leigh Buchanan reports for Inc., the leading … Continue reading →

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What Are the Steps in a Credit Card Transaction?

Posted on January 14, 2015 by bermanevansretail

The answer to this question is not known by many retail employers and almost almost all shoppers. They often just see a card number being entered and computer software do its magic. The infographic below by ProPay, a firm that … Continue reading →

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