Tag Archives: Wal-Mart

Wal-Mart’s Green Dot Program for Shelf Stocking

Posted on June 5, 2013 by bermanevansretail

As we have reported earlier, Wal-Mart has experienced some difficulties in keeping its store shelves fully stocked. To combat this problem, the retailer recently implemented a “green dot” program. Renee Dudley, reporting for Bloomberg News, notes that: “The effort Wal-Mart … Continue reading →

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Tesco Exits the United States

Posted on April 22, 2013 by bermanevansretail

British firm Tesco is one of the largest and most popular retailers in the world. Nonetheless, after a much publicized, highly anticipated, and rather recent entry into the United States marketplace, Tesco has decided to leave the U.S. As reported … Continue reading →

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Even for Wal-Mart, Cost Cutting Has Its Limits

Posted on April 5, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer prides itself on its cost efficiencies and the resulting low prices. Hence it’s slogan: “Save money. Live better.” Its aim is to always be the lost-cost, low-price leader. But, even for Wal-Mart, costs can sometimes … Continue reading →

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