Questions from Retail Management

Q: Retailers are locating in urban areas that have suffered decay. As

Retailers are locating in urban areas that have suffered decay. As a result, these areas are rejuvenating, a process known as gentrification. Some people have questioned the ethical and social ramific...

Q: Staples and Office Depot/OfficeMax all have strong multichannel strategies.

Staples and Office Depot/OfficeMax all have strong multichannel strategies. How do competition and the Internet affect their strategies for locating stores?

Q: The same brand and style of men’s suits are sold at different

The same brand and style of men’s suits are sold at different prices at a department store like Macy’s and at a specialty store like Men’s Warehouse. Why would a customer choose to buy the suit from...

Q: In many malls, quick-service food retailers are located together

In many malls, quick-service food retailers are located together in an area known as a food court. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this location for the food retailers?

Q: Why would a Payless Shoe Source store locate in a neighborhood shopping

Why would a Payless Shoe Source store locate in a neighborhood shopping center instead of a regional shopping mall?

Q: How does the mall near you home or university combine the shopping

How does the mall near you home or university combine the shopping and entertainment experience?

Q: Which factors do retailers consider when evaluating an area of the country

Which factors do retailers consider when evaluating an area of the country to locate stores? How do retailers determine the trade area for a store?

Q: True Value Hardware plans to open a new store. Two sites

True Value Hardware plans to open a new store. Two sites are available, both in middle-income neighborhood centers. One neighborhood is 20 years old and has been well maintained. The other was rece...

Q: At Del Frisco's Steakhouse, steaks run from about $42 to

At Del Frisco's Steakhouse, steaks run from about $42 to $89 whereas at Outback Steakhouse they run from about $12 to $27. What characteristics would Del Frisco's look for in a trade area for a new lo...

Q: Trade areas are often described as concentric circles emanating from the store

Trade areas are often described as concentric circles emanating from the store or shopping center. Why is this practice used? Suggest an alternative method. Which would you use if you owned a store...