Good vs. Bad Retail Business Practices
April 18, 2012 by Ritchie Sayner, Vice President of Business Development for RMSA Retail Solutions
Filed under Management
In retail, habits good or bad, make your store what it is. It is all about recognizing what behaviors need to be changed.
NRF Video Contest Finalists Left to Public Vote
April 3, 2012 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under Industry Headlines, Marketing, News
The NRF announced on April 2 the 20 finalists of the “This is Retail” contest, now open to the public for the final round of judging.
Dollar Stores on Roll
February 1, 2012 by Publisher
Filed under Magazine Archives, News
A 2011 survey, conducted by America’s Research Group, reveals that Americans plan to stretch their dollars by shopping at discount chains, rather than at pricier department stores and specialty chains, with 753 out of 1,000 survey participants picking discounters as potential shopping destinations. Britt Beemer, president of America’s Research Group, notes that even low price [...]
Consumers More Upbeat
February 1, 2012 by Publisher
Filed under Featured, Magazine Archives, News
More shoppers believe that business conditions are good. According to a monthly survey by the Conference Board, the index rating wasn’t all that saw an increase.
NRF Pushes Agenda
January 1, 2012 by Publisher
Filed under Magazine Archives, News
National Retail Federation (NRF) President and CEO, Matthew Shay, used his scheduled keynote address at the Valley Industry and Commerce Association’s 23rd Annual Business Forecast Conference to highlight the NRF’s agenda to spur jobs, innovation and consumer value. The speech marks the first in a series of planned events, as the organization’s nationwide advocacy campaign [...]
Retail Evolves to Fill Vacancies
December 28, 2011 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under Management, News
Malls have been historically filled by big brand name retailers. Now, property managers face the challenge to fill vacant shops.
Dollar Stores Prove to Be a High Growth Retail Sector
December 6, 2011 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under News
Dollar stores have been posting some of the highest growth rates across retailing in recent years.
Nostalgic Images Continues Successful Niche in Nostalgic Merchandise
December 1, 2011 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under Company News
Nostalgic Images continues to see a steady flow of product orders and customers interested in its merchandise.
Continuous Campaigning to Boost Local and Small Business Awareness
November 16, 2011 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under Industry Headlines, Marketing, News
American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) urges consumers to “unchain” for a day on Nov. 19.
Small Businesses and Retailers Still Focused on Recession
November 14, 2011 by Jaclyn Allard
Filed under Industry Headlines, News, Podcasts
Economic sluggishness is impacting entrepreneurs: 27 percent (up from the spring) say they do not plan to grow in the next six months.










