Most Active Articles 2009-11-24T07:15:02.617-05:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:retail Isaac Sacolick isacolick111 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8296440038450365389-e68440eb54a16813994cdedeb67d0228 2009-11-23T09:32:43.246-05:00

Nov. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Blenders and sweaters may rise in popularity this holiday season as consumers seek to replenish kitchens and wardrobes rather than spend money on luxury gifts. Macy’s Inc. is promoting oven mitts that are meant to be used as...

Nov. 23 (Bloomberg) -- Blenders and sweaters may rise in popularity this holiday season as consumers seek to replenish kitchens and wardrobes rather than spend money on luxury gifts. Macy’s Inc. is promoting oven mitts that are meant to be used as... http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601093&sid=a.5RnYK11N34 Charles Dubow cdubow602 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1374006598669716349-96fc22daf33361eeff3de2e61f3b5a4d 2009-11-12T19:24:46.069-05:00

retailers and museums experience some of the challenges. here are some examples of MoMA’s new approach and their implications for retailers.

retailers and museums experience some of the challenges. here are some examples of MoMA’s new approach and their implications for retailers. http://deniseleeyohn.com/bites/2009/11/02/the-art-of-retail/ Denise Yohn dyohn262 54 54 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:16679151032128468998-3d26e3f6869e46e210abeeb4ae3430eb 2009-11-19T00:26:56.513-05:00

eCommerce businesses and online sales channels of traditional retailers are on the rise, with a growth rate almost 6 times higher than overall retail industry, according to NFR and Forrester reports. Despite such fast growth rate and considerable investments, there still exist vast untapped opportunities in online stores across the world, according to a recent study by MarketLive: • Over 90% of visits do not result in shopping carts. • About 60% of shopping carts are abandoned. • About 80% of customers do not have repeat orders.

eCommerce businesses and online sales channels of traditional retailers are on the rise, with a growth rate almost 6 times higher than overall retail industry, according to NFR and Forrester reports. Despite such fast growth rate and considerable investments, there still exist vast untapped opportunities in online stores across the world, according to a recent study by MarketLive: • Over 90% of visits do not result in shopping carts. • About 60% of shopping carts are abandoned. • About 80% of customers do not have repeat orders. http://forteconsultancy.wordpress.com/2008/11/25/are-you-wasting-your-online-sales-potential/ Berkin Ozmen bozmen588 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12555864712837764581-3da768a5b501c2fed34099e2a4ac9c95 2009-11-19T00:24:06.992-05:00

The dealer network is the most important channel for many companies operating in the retail sector. Unfortunately, examples of poorly managed dealer networks are abound, particularly on the issue of geographic distribution of dealers. Companies that do not optimize their dealer networks geographically based on potential income are losing out on a lot more than just revenues.

The dealer network is the most important channel for many companies operating in the retail sector. Unfortunately, examples of poorly managed dealer networks are abound, particularly on the issue of geographic distribution of dealers. Companies that do not optimize their dealer networks geographically based on potential income are losing out on a lot more than just revenues. http://forteconsultancy.wordpress.com/2009/01/16/where-are-your-dealers-optimizing-the-dealer-network/ Berkin Ozmen bozmen588 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13619247842780580866-f064a1d9ac1772e7d208815ff98efad9 2009-11-19T00:20:37.691-05:00

Although executives can manage diversification related issues when they have one or two partners, it is quite difficult to effectively manage the channel’s overall diversification without a numeric measure when the number of partners is greater. The Channel Diversity Index (CDI) can be used to measure and to monitor the power of any one given partner over time.

Although executives can manage diversification related issues when they have one or two partners, it is quite difficult to effectively manage the channel’s overall diversification without a numeric measure when the number of partners is greater. The Channel Diversity Index (CDI) can be used to measure and to monitor the power of any one given partner over time. http://forteconsultancy.wordpress.com/2009/05/06/a-new-metric-for-sales-channel-management-channel-diversity-index/ Berkin Ozmen bozmen588 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17604863289525635540-bb5bd58dfce1767c5cf4e2a421332eb8 2009-11-16T20:40:44.314-05:00

The most successful independent retailers also aggressively manage for growth.

The most successful independent retailers also aggressively manage for growth. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/blog/index.cfm?commentID=88 Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 7 7 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17642919487122165304-62e1d2f5ee5e38139b5fb861bab22c85 2009-11-16T11:46:20.052-05:00

October retail sales in the U.S. rebounded from the biggest drop of the year as demand for autos climbed, easing concern households will curtail spending after government incentives ended. The 1.4 percent increase followed a 2.

October retail sales in the U.S. rebounded from the biggest drop of the year as demand for autos climbed, easing concern households will curtail spending after government incentives ended. The 1.4 percent increase followed a 2. http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aJ5r_Ha0elrE&pos=2 Charles Dubow cdubow602 6 6 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14510488615248803131-b02fc86f3a97549e3aafe93caa5ac201 2009-11-17T09:47:49.694-05:00

Outdoor LED display will tie merchandise offerings to the weather forecast and a series of 46-inch screen displays communicate product offerings

Outdoor LED display will tie merchandise offerings to the weather forecast and a series of 46-inch screen displays communicate product offerings http://www.digitalsignageuniverse.com/news_chute_111709.html Lionel Tepper ltepper437 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18046053224465157282-f72989973c0e3ed933266045af9996d4 2009-11-14T09:34:02.879-05:00

The Sam Walton Business School at the University of Arkansas is on our calendar every October because of the superb annual conference run by the Center for Retailing Excellence. Andy Murray, Global CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X, was a founder of the...

The Sam Walton Business School at the University of Arkansas is on our calendar every October because of the superb annual conference run by the Center for Retailing Excellence. Andy Murray, Global CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi X, was a founder of the... http://www.business-strategy-innovation.com/2009/11/future-of-shopper-marketing.html Braden Kelley bkelley034 13 13 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17235575778365411428-4a560e723ecb6f07e6251fe6414a8401 2009-11-13T09:36:24.091-05:00

Shoppers' focus on staples such as socks and underwear is driving murky holiday outlooks at Wal-Mart and Kohl's, even as both posted higher third-quarter earnings Thursday.

Shoppers' focus on staples such as socks and underwear is driving murky holiday outlooks at Wal-Mart and Kohl's, even as both posted higher third-quarter earnings Thursday. http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5htwMvLqwKSMe9MQLzXPs_9mg8JDAD9BU7RM01 Charles Dubow cdubow602 10 10 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12067229970568476354-8c765f2cb556d2b51fb1f1d3e768c33f 2009-11-16T11:54:07.383-05:00

U.S. stocks added to a global rally, sending the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index to a 13-month high, after retail sales increased more than forecast and Asian government leaders pledged to maintain economic stimulus spending.

U.S. stocks added to a global rally, sending the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index to a 13-month high, after retail sales increased more than forecast and Asian government leaders pledged to maintain economic stimulus spending. http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aQgWDlsO0Gj0 Charles Dubow cdubow602 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11592721052199373746-48dc6a4b2c2d4815c6469d83c37e9ae0 2009-11-13T12:32:26.029-05:00

2t’s rarely a straight path from concept to final deployment. Innovation requires a fair amount of flexibility. “More often than not, the business plan that you start out with is not the plan that you will end up with,” said Gregg Kaplan, COO and President of Coinstar, and this year’s keynote speaker at the 2009

2t’s rarely a straight path from concept to final deployment. Innovation requires a fair amount of flexibility. “More often than not, the business plan that you start out with is not the plan that you will end up with,” said Gregg Kaplan, COO and President of Coinstar, and this year’s keynote speaker at the 2009 http://www.digitalsignageuniverse.com/events_kioskcom_nyc09.html Lionel Tepper ltepper437 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13557804002525093887-10a49e5613ad9b44969ea967645d2ad2 2009-11-09T15:47:07.120-05:00

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) chairman S. Robson Walton last week made clear his interest in expanding the company's India footprint. Walton met with India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi to lobby for more access to the India market.

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE:WMT) chairman S. Robson Walton last week made clear his interest in expanding the company's India footprint. Walton met with India Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in New Delhi to lobby for more access to the India market. http://www.thedeal.com/corporatedealmaker/2009/11/comparing_wal-marts_growth_in.php Brennen Wysong bwysong598 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3554971249065826352-1d96e3953e77bba0f6fa7861554eda0f 2009-11-11T18:32:50.768-05:00

Christie, a global leader in visual solutions for business, entertainment and industry, has introduced MicroTiles™ digital display technology, a unique solution that creates a virtually seamless digital canvas in almost any size or shape - and offers spectacular, crisp visuals at any distance.

Christie, a global leader in visual solutions for business, entertainment and industry, has introduced MicroTiles™ digital display technology, a unique solution that creates a virtually seamless digital canvas in almost any size or shape - and offers spectacular, crisp visuals at any distance. http://www.digitalsignageuniverse.com/news_christie_111209.html Lionel Tepper ltepper437 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5537306864695578594-eef11b7b2ef835d329fcc27924979d6e 2009-11-09T10:38:43.559-05:00

NCR Corporation and MOD Systems, Inc., have taken the first step in changing the way consumers purchase, rent and play entertainment titles on electronic devices. NCR and MOD Systems today announced a digital kiosk download pilot that transforms the movie rental experience into a simple, three-step process: choosing from more than a thousand movies and TV shows stored in a kiosk, quickly downloading the title to a secure digital (SD) memory card, and playing the movie on a home television.

NCR Corporation and MOD Systems, Inc., have taken the first step in changing the way consumers purchase, rent and play entertainment titles on electronic devices. NCR and MOD Systems today announced a digital kiosk download pilot that transforms the movie rental experience into a simple, three-step process: choosing from more than a thousand movies and TV shows stored in a kiosk, quickly downloading the title to a secure digital (SD) memory card, and playing the movie on a home television. http://www.digitalsignageuniverse.com/news_ncr_110909.html Lionel Tepper ltepper437 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3348827507946431147-288424bb09a816e51afb4b397a0d6587 2009-11-08T23:51:00.000-05:00

O'Key, Russia's fastest growing retailer, implements the complete Soft Solutions Suite. The scope covers Soft Solutions Retail Operations Suite for allocation, ordering, inventory, supply chain and store operations, Retail Business Suite for negotiation,

O'Key, Russia's fastest growing retailer, implements the complete Soft Solutions Suite. The scope covers Soft Solutions Retail Operations Suite for allocation, ordering, inventory, supply chain and store operations, Retail Business Suite for negotiation, http://c.moreover.com/click/here.pl?r2322030627&f=9791 14 14 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13592546214825518189-022b58f5d3adbb2a897bb96670792312 2009-11-03T13:49:41.507-05:00

Norm Nixon, the Whispers and Kim Coles among many to Join November 7 Los Angeles Event. LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Some 100 barbershops throughout Los Angeles and the Inland Empire will be bustling with extra activity this...

Norm Nixon, the Whispers and Kim Coles among many to Join November 7 Los Angeles Event. LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Some 100 barbershops throughout Los Angeles and the Inland Empire will be bustling with extra activity this... http://send2press.com/newswire/2009-11-1103-001.shtml Christopher Simmons csimmons281 2 1 1 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:508588804526337929-8717047eb0cebff6c1b462db12e336aa 2009-11-09T17:56:08.250-05:00

To understand the design process at K2, the largest seller of skis in the U.S., consider its relationship with Shane McConkey. One of the world's most talented and colorful extreme skiers before his death in a ski accident last March, McConkey...

To understand the design process at K2, the largest seller of skis in the U.S., consider its relationship with Shane McConkey. One of the world's most talented and colorful extreme skiers before his death in a ski accident last March, McConkey... http://www.businessweek.com/innovate/content/nov2009/id2009119_067359.htm Michael Arndt marndt561 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13467537762141969172-e09315a7cf7309bcc7b571b89a0defe4 2009-11-04T09:43:12.210-05:00

October was far and away the best month American retailers have had since consumers put the brakes on spending last autumn.

October was far and away the best month American retailers have had since consumers put the brakes on spending last autumn. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/11/04/business/economy/04shop.html?_r=1&ref=business Steve Hans shans652 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15447698208084650749-ae86a9df841fcfccd788ec243f6fe2f9 2009-11-04T09:28:41.837-05:00

Will Amazon.com Follow? What's The Latest Innovation In The Funeral Business? Some survey stated that the average person's greatest fear is having to give a speech in public. That's not it for me, but I am sure it is for many. I remember one guy...

Will Amazon.com Follow? What's The Latest Innovation In The Funeral Business? Some survey stated that the average person's greatest fear is having to give a speech in public. That's not it for me, but I am sure it is for many. I remember one guy... http://www.business-strategy-innovation.com/2009/11/when-wal-mart-enters-funeral-business.html Braden Kelley bkelley034 5 5 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9568033461319849159-9b1f5354bf62134c0e7cb1c8021c9793 2009-11-05T16:23:13.372-05:00

Motorsports Authentics, the primary provider of NASCAR-related merchandise, has lost $20.1 million in the first nine months of 2009, Speedway Motorsports Inc. reported in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission today. SMI owns half of...

Motorsports Authentics, the primary provider of NASCAR-related merchandise, has lost $20.1 million in the first nine months of 2009, Speedway Motorsports Inc. reported in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission today. SMI owns half of... http://www.scenedaily.com/news/articles/sprintcupseries/Motorsports_Authentics_losses_top_20_million_in_2009.html Geoff Gloeckler ggloeckler235 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:772131713154620092-ff67e6e827a0cac8619ac0f5da9a51da 2009-11-04T20:58:11.795-05:00

Video interview/article from McKinsey.

Video interview/article from McKinsey. http://twurl.nl/ass7ya Ray Kwong rkwong113 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17604863289510149677-8facbfd3c34e07856d13690a219bb06b 2009-11-02T13:31:53.083-05:00

For independent retailers, the impact of the CIT filing is likely to be felt most as disruptions in supply from their vendors.

For independent retailers, the impact of the CIT filing is likely to be felt most as disruptions in supply from their vendors. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/blog/index.cfm?commentID=87 Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 3 3 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:2678215686923980775-9622411410e950f8aedc6c5142d936e1 2009-11-04T09:58:50.218-05:00

This recession has been atypical in many ways -- including its effect on the luxury-goods sector. In the other recessions we’ve seen since World War II, the luxury sector mainly stayed intact. However, this time it appears to have lost its luster.

This recession has been atypical in many ways -- including its effect on the luxury-goods sector. In the other recessions we’ve seen since World War II, the luxury sector mainly stayed intact. However, this time it appears to have lost its luster. http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2009/11/03/view-from-the-inside-is-the-luxury-sector-recoveri.aspx Charles Dubow cdubow602 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13393968181816527160-e3489fef774cd36105576c78903fdb18 2009-11-04T09:14:59.718-05:00

YCD Multimedia is transforming the way retailers communicate with their customers with the release today of YCD|RAMP (Real-Time Ad Management Platform). Developed to address the real needs and challenges of retailers and marketers, YCD|RAMP introduces a unique, simple and seamless platform for the production, distribution and optimization of in-store digital media campaigns, maximizing campaign impact and reducing time-to-market. YCD|RAMP was previewed at The Economist’s Media Convergence Forum on October 22nd in New York, NY.

YCD Multimedia is transforming the way retailers communicate with their customers with the release today of YCD|RAMP (Real-Time Ad Management Platform). Developed to address the real needs and challenges of retailers and marketers, YCD|RAMP introduces a unique, simple and seamless platform for the production, distribution and optimization of in-store digital media campaigns, maximizing campaign impact and reducing time-to-market. YCD|RAMP was previewed at The Economist’s Media Convergence Forum on October 22nd in New York, NY. http://www.digitalsignageuniverse.com/news_ycd_110409.html Lionel Tepper ltepper437 0 0 0 0