Most Active Articles 2013-05-19T17:13:43.854-04:00 Business Exchange Business_Exchange@businessweek.com urn:com:businessweek:bx:topic:most-active:retail Isaac Sacolick isacolick111 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:4414182164107202748-5813ff7d2325dae69917699d449763d4 2013-05-14T02:24:32.871-04:00

New research shows retailers are experiencing a dramatic increase in the volume of pricing changes causing pressure on store promotions.

New research shows retailers are experiencing a dramatic increase in the volume of pricing changes causing pressure on store promotions. http://signiq.com/index.php/39-what-retail-leaders-know-about-store-promotions Sarah Mitchell smitchell358 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:13538827894621558074-acbfebde75a688884e07799456590384 2013-05-10T00:34:00.649-04:00

Call it the universal truth for retailing; retailers are committed to making the most of every shopper visit but it's often easier said than done.

Call it the universal truth for retailing; retailers are committed to making the most of every shopper visit but it's often easier said than done. http://signiq.com/index.php/38-store-promotions-the-moment-of-truth-for-retailers Sarah Mitchell smitchell358 1 0 0 1 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3497696945829544619-e988294beaf105c8a517d05eb429fe46 2013-04-25T04:26:11.273-04:00

The new retail concept allows customers to explore, purchase, activate and service the broadest portfolio of Samsung mobile products and accessories, including the Galaxy S 4 that launches starting April 27.

The new retail concept allows customers to explore, purchase, activate and service the broadest portfolio of Samsung mobile products and accessories, including the Galaxy S 4 that launches starting April 27. http://www.rmndigital.com/best-buy-opens-samsung-experience-shops/ Rakesh Raman rraman103 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:5209076307875096358-eb88574443f91dd2dc9b9dd53bc1e682 2012-09-19T06:18:33.115-04:00

You can pick your favorite look and follow the steps to make yourself beautiful at home. Are you ready?

You can pick your favorite look and follow the steps to make yourself beautiful at home. Are you ready? http://www.ramanmedianetwork.com/fall-in-love-with-your-hair-with-pantene-tips/ Rakesh Raman rraman103 1 1 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:143846929165841372-b26202e388bd08c12781baf802ea68b6 2013-03-19T15:59:03.346-04:00

E-Procurement solutions deliver the transparency and efficiency businesses need in dealing with multiple suppliers

E-Procurement solutions deliver the transparency and efficiency businesses need in dealing with multiple suppliers http://blog.apptricity.com/bid/277527/Dealing-With-Suppliers-How-Automation-Helps-You-Stay-In-Control Apptricity Corporation clayne883 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15895700329103189543-30d75a686ae3f75548945eb5e3afd759 2013-03-20T23:00:08.426-04:00

A weekly blog from Lori Pendleton about the benefits of hiring a copywriter and/or marketing consultant

A weekly blog from Lori Pendleton about the benefits of hiring a copywriter and/or marketing consultant http://www.lori-pendleton.com/blog/2013/03/20/Is-It-Time-to-Hire-New-Employees.aspx Lori Pendleton lpendleton583 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:9590720522857288508-b0c68e26ee21cdafd43e76e49ef372a4 2013-02-04T10:28:27.235-05:00

It is a well-known fact that the use of credit cards can increase sales and foot traffic for small businesses, however it is also important for the merchant to understand the credit card transaction process, since if not watched properly

It is a well-known fact that the use of credit cards can increase sales and foot traffic for small businesses, however it is also important for the merchant to understand the credit card transaction process, since if not watched properly http://www.switchcommerce.com/keyed-vs-swiped-transactions-how-does-this-affect-the-merchant/ M. Latham mlathams851 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10473423745486432635-83543d19e994c80b0d361eb8ecb3c8df 2013-03-31T09:32:33.294-04:00

Connecting Brands, Leaders, Employees, and Customers (by Bruce Temkin)

Connecting Brands, Leaders, Employees, and Customers (by Bruce Temkin) http://experiencematters.wordpress.com/2013/03/27/2013-temkin-experience-ratings-industry-results/ Bruce Temkin btemkin340 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12812850007847633514-1a99ded07e46a695444d30401913c332 2012-10-01T12:51:34.745-04:00

In selecting new items it is critical that you are actually growing sales, and not just your inventory.

In selecting new items it is critical that you are actually growing sales, and not just your inventory. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/50721/Dealing-With-Retail-Assortment-Creep Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:11240657566752205896-a4b13f4411186a4f031f6aa58abf2a42 2012-11-19T16:27:04.050-05:00

The root cause of excessive markdowns can be traced back to the lack of adequate pre-season planning, and in-season adjustments to those plans.

The root cause of excessive markdowns can be traced back to the lack of adequate pre-season planning, and in-season adjustments to those plans. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/50681/The-Markdown-Blues Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:15287800171724736291-543fbeb2b93a05cae4f755f9cf6c4bb4 2013-01-14T12:36:50.595-05:00

Tax reporting just got a little trickier for merchants that accept credit card or debit card payments. Never fear, though. This blog will help you identify and carry out your responsibility regarding Section 6050w of the IRS tax code. The code has

Tax reporting just got a little trickier for merchants that accept credit card or debit card payments. Never fear, though. This blog will help you identify and carry out your responsibility regarding Section 6050w of the IRS tax code. The code has http://www.switchcommerce.com/merchant-responsibility-for-6050w-of-irs-tax-code/ M. Latham mlathams851 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:1776225517939430059-9aaf89944e19aafa4980de8b39736a52 2013-01-22T11:28:44.913-05:00

If you are a merchant who is processing credit cards for your business, you should be aware of a list that could possibly affect your future business decisions in a negative way. Some businesses do not even know they are

If you are a merchant who is processing credit cards for your business, you should be aware of a list that could possibly affect your future business decisions in a negative way. Some businesses do not even know they are http://www.switchcommerce.com/what-to-do-if-you-show-up-on-the-match-tmf-file/ M. Latham mlathams851 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:7026251514903802740-e908071aa846e0b62d479fef9ddf500b 2012-11-19T16:28:06.215-05:00

The time to plan for a great finish to the holiday selling season is now.

The time to plan for a great finish to the holiday selling season is now. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/50679/Maximizing-Retail-Profits-During-The-Holiday-Season Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14880479740600765965-6063c043e35f7874f1e8b31987fcff26 2013-04-19T16:12:26.357-04:00

In this downturn, one of the challenges for independent retailers is understanding exactly what segments of their business are contributing and what segments are draining cash.

In this downturn, one of the challenges for independent retailers is understanding exactly what segments of their business are contributing and what segments are draining cash. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/18791/Complex-Independent-Retail-Businesses Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12861900618044884551-38feeec2fa423ef1cbf7462057d58527 2013-03-20T02:53:00.134-04:00

Walmart Chile S.A. (Walmart Chile) is involved in retail, financialservices and real estate businesses. It operates a total of 314 stores includingsupermarkets, hypermarkets, groceries stores and discount food stores.

Walmart Chile S.A. (Walmart Chile) is involved in retail, financialservices and real estate businesses. It operates a total of 314 stores includingsupermarkets, hypermarkets, groceries stores and discount food stores. http://www.companyprofilesandconferences.com/researchindex/Retail-c16/Walmart-Chile-SA-Retail-Company-Profile-SWOT-Report.html Raja Iyer riyer567 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17248471208045721389-d184fc80f72bb4f8b35aaece986c724d 2013-04-11T17:14:35.944-04:00

New Xophoria neurocosmetic

New Xophoria neurocosmetic http://nell.goodchocolateblog.com/2013/03/18/you-can-control-the-health-of-your-skin-in-punta-gorda-florida/ Bozena Nell bnell690 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:17960375595354415139-45a59432d47b391157796958ec228995 2012-08-07T15:04:26.188-04:00

A checklist for entrepreneurial retailers navigating the recession.

A checklist for entrepreneurial retailers navigating the recession. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/50814/Navigating-The-Recession Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:14596594532569028584-ba7bcf9ebef4fefbce4ee650ecfc3b7e 2013-02-09T06:22:32.544-05:00

For the past few years, the Indian retail sector has been witnessing tremendous growth, and contributing significantly to the country’s GDP.

For the past few years, the Indian retail sector has been witnessing tremendous growth, and contributing significantly to the country’s GDP. http://www.bharatbook.com/retail-market-research-reports/indian-online-retail-market-analysis.html Ross Taylor bbook094 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:12583875128125726599-1eef6aac4bc927d2bf6592b3b13e7fc5 2013-05-17T13:05:05.577-04:00

The ultimate solution is to insist on lower unit costs from your vendors.

The ultimate solution is to insist on lower unit costs from your vendors. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/18800/Managing-Retail-Price-Point-and-Margin-Pressures Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:8041503926435371721-e4bb00ddc5ebd9eed18c8f7d5b9eaa82 2012-11-30T15:46:37.787-05:00

What if this recession is fundamentally transforming consumer spending patterns? Every retailer, large and small, has to plan for this possibility, and they need to plan for it now.

What if this recession is fundamentally transforming consumer spending patterns? Every retailer, large and small, has to plan for this possibility, and they need to plan for it now. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/20915/Is-Red-The-New-Retail-Black Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:159347661487595705-9e76cf75ddf8bd53faab1ac96d8b2e3d 2013-03-22T13:16:47.248-04:00

Customer loyalty is built in your store, one customer at a time, one exceptional experience after another.

Customer loyalty is built in your store, one customer at a time, one exceptional experience after another. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/50753/Thinking-Through-Retail-Customer-Loyalty Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:218190376237916144-63b9c8b0285843aba74ec65b0bbc264b 2013-01-18T15:03:42.979-05:00

inding the right merchant service provider is a breeze. Just keep in mind that once you come to an agreement with a merchant services provider, you're work isn't done.

inding the right merchant service provider is a breeze. Just keep in mind that once you come to an agreement with a merchant services provider, you're work isn't done. http://www.business.com/blog/the-retailers-guide-to-processing-credit-cards/ M. Latham mlathams851 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:18179401661651870264-93ca99fb4d66eeee6f2e3970389345c3 2012-12-05T10:35:19.329-05:00

Retail planning processes have a built-in bias toward more inventory, rather than less.

Retail planning processes have a built-in bias toward more inventory, rather than less. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/35689/The-Retail-Planning-FAIL Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:10598394910654585500-95be9c3649a6b4ec6a568cb62f27a0ab 2013-01-15T11:42:19.587-05:00

For independent retailers, financial health requires greater financial skill, attention to detail, and discipline.

For independent retailers, financial health requires greater financial skill, attention to detail, and discipline. http://www.hurlbutassociates.com/retail-perspectives-blog/bid/51088/Delivering-Consistent-Cash-Flow Ted Hurlbut thurlbut049 0 0 0 0 urn:com:businessweek:bx:article:3233145581827968841-2c314c2a0feec1de9c4b9dbcdde10943 2013-04-07T11:24:11.645-04:00

Sports Elevator Shoes - Black Color Running Shoes / Tennis Shoes / Basketball Shoes in hidden heels for sport

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