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"Big-Box" Retailing, 2005.
Presents an argument against the growth of large retail stores, such as Walmart and Target, and examines their effect on the community.
16,300 words (approx. 65.2 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines the two sides of the 'big-box' controversy as to whether or not one should support the practice and formation of big-box retailing in terms of the effects that these outlets, which include large stores such as Target and Wal-Mart, have on local communities, as well as the effects that they have on suburban sprawl and the associated argument between downtown and suburban development. The position of this thesis is that big-box retailing does have adverse effects on local communities, which causes many of these communities to form a reaction against the retailers; consumers would be more likely to support a more aesthetically pleasing paradigm in which these retailers are held more accountable for expansion and sprawl.
Paper Outline
Introduction
Literature Review
Retail Trends
Super Stores
Power Centers
Effects of the Big Box
Economic
Environmental
Social
Cultural/Aesthetic
Parking
Relationship to Surrounding Community
Hypothesis
Research Design/Methodology
Findings and Recommendations
Case Study Research
Quantative
Qualitative
Policy Structure Examples
Case Study on 'Sprawlternatives'
Planning and Zoning Strategies
Design and Land-use Standards
Urban Growth Boundaries
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"For example, in some areas, states and communities have banded together to introduce legislation regarding big box retailers and their presence, often with extensive conditional modifiers when the establishments are allowed. Moratoriums on big box type architecture are also common. But there is a lot of difference in between different states and communities in terms of the costs and benefits of either prohibiting big box superstores or drawing them towards the area. For
example, some states have been very prohibitive towards superstores, power centers, and other categories of big box retail mentioned above. At the same time, however, other states have situations that are totally different, with tax incentives being offered to direct investors in a way that seems to break down a communication barrier in terms of community goal alignment, or install a barrier, depending on one's perspective."
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Big Box Sprawl, 2007.
An analysis of the range of variables that have contributed to the decline of the urban, inner-city retail strips and the rise of the suburban economic power centers.
2,383 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 73.95
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This paper discusses the decline of the urban, inner-city retail strips and the rise of the suburban economic power centers featuring the massive commercial developments known as "big box" or "category killer" retailers. The paper examines this phenomenon and focuses on the experience of the greater Toronto area. It looks at the range of variables that have contributed to this phenomenon, the most significant of which is the explosive levels of growth in North American suburbs as immigrants bypass the traditional inner-city reception areas and settle directly in the suburbs.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Death of the Inner-City Retail Strip
Immigration and Growth
Characteristics of Suburban Retail Growth: The Big Boxes
Conclusion
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"Rather, as this essay has attempted to show, demographic factors have also played an important role in both diminishing the local clientele for inner-city retail strips and fuelling the growth of not only the suburbs but the "big box" retailers situated in the suburbs. Immigrants have been central in this dynamic, as migration from overseas bypassing the traditional immigrant reception areas in Toronto's downtown core, as well as intra-city migration of already established immigrants, are not only resulting in the collapse of retail strips such as Chinatown East, but are accentuating the growth of Chinese suburbs and malls. In this analysis, while the suburban power-centres and inner city retail strips are not in direct competition, they are twin poles of an economic dynamic that is reshaping the retail and settlement patterns of cities such as Toronto."
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Benchmarking Office Depot in Canada, 2006.
A review of Office Depot in relation to big box retailing.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses how big box retailing has become more than a strategic operating format in the Canadian market. Recent studies verify what anecdotal evidence has been indicating for the last 10-15 years. That is, big box retailers are not only harming mall based retailing but are rapidly becoming the modus operandi for the majority of retailers regardless of specialty or segment.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters, 2002.
An overview of the functions of the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper is about the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. It examines what kinds of children need mentors, what kind of activities mentors do with children and what effect this interaction has on the children and the volunteers.
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The Christ Event of Internet Retailing, 2005.
A descriptive and critically analytical glimpse into the birth, death & resurrection of online retailing.
1,780 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper relates the life, success, struggles and downfalls of Jesus Christ and Christianity to the birth, growth and struggles of internet retailing and how internet retailing has developed into the dynamic and popular means of modern day retailing.
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"With roots tracing back as early as 1995, Internet Retailing has endured a Christ like life cycle over the last eleven years. Reflecting upon biblical texts describing the life of Jesus as well as reflecting upon the recent history of the American stock market, one can easily deduce the similarities in their lifelines. Jesus was born into a life entwined with much criticism. Although he was renowned for his good works, the rise of his stature invoked incessant criticisms. The negative labels placed upon Jesus, by his popular and powerful critics, gradually dismembered his faithful fold, ultimately leading to his death in 30 C.E. Ironically, it was his death that brought his resurrection and the world-wide recognition of his significance, and the significance of his message. Similar to the aforementioned life cycle of Jesus Christ, Internet Retailing emerged under a predominantly harsh critical scope that scrutinized its notably quick economic gains. With record setting gains and notoriety within the business world, web retailing took a violent turn for the worse in 2000. A powerful group of investors made a public outcry expressing their lack of faith in the businesses sustenance which ultimately produced a widely felt economic scare. The scare quickly led to the crash/death of the "Dot Com" industries in late 2000 and early 2001. Yet, because of this crash, the companies were enabled to better understand market trends, and since 2001, Internet Retailers are better equipped to provide a higher level of service to consumers and have the financial resources to handle the volatility of an economic downturn. This resurgence of web retailing has captivated today's business world and is now revered as America's economic messiah which will save our economy from its present war stricken market. By briefly contrasting the main idea of this critical analysis with a retrospective theological analysis of Christianity, this scholar has outlined the form in which this essay will be unfolded. By initially describing the essence of internet retailing, the reader's will be most aptly informed on the matter and therefore capable in understanding the impact web retailing has had on the U.S. economy over the last eleven years of its life-cycle, as well as where it is projected to take the international market in the latter years of its life-cycle."
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Retailing Opportunities Today, 1999.
An analysis of employment opportunities in the retailing industry, and a comparison of the requisite educations necessary for each.
2,839 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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The paper analyzes statistics about employment in the retail industry, and presents projections of future growth in the sector. The paper analyzes the personal characteristics needed for success in the industry, and discusses starting salaries. It indicates that a high school education is a minimum, but observes that further education is highly desirable, and recommends a core curriculum and suggested programs of study at the college / university level. The paper reviews various positions available without additional education, too, and then returns to a more detailed analysis of compensation. In conclusion, the paper suggests that the changes facing the industry today will make retailing an exciting career choice for the 21st century.
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"The majority of retailers today are small businesses, that comprise just under ninety percent of all retail companies, and employ fewer than twenty workers each. Slightly less than ninety nine percent of retailers employ fewer than one hundred employees, while slightly over one percent of all retailing companies, employ between one hundred and five hundred employees. In 1998, eating and drinking establishments employed the most retail workers, followed by food stores, general merchandise stores and department stores. The majority of retail employees today, work directly with customers on the selling floor or in a sales related position. The second largest group of retail workers include food service workers, maintenance staff and security personnel in service related positions."
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Retailing History, 2002.
Examines the history of the retailing industry in Britain in the latter part of the nineteenth century.
2,101 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper studies the way in which. in the latter part of the nineteenth century, retail selling underwent a change as new means of production and distribution were developed at the same time that new buying power was achieved by the working classes. The paper examines consumer trends of the time, fashion, economic developments and changes of the time.
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"In the latter part of the nineteenth century, retail selling underwent a change as new means of production and distribution were developed at the same time that new buying power was achieved by the working classes. This trend would continue into the twentieth century, and in the era between the two world wars, there would be further growth in retail outlets such as the department store, which more and more would try to become a near one-stop shopping location. This trend took place in Britain as in the United States. In Britain, the development involved a number of class issues and urban-rural contrasts as well as economic issues. The period between the two world wars was seen by many in Britain as a period of stagnation and general economic depression, even before the Great Depression, but in fact there were many developments in retail trading during this period."
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Ahold Retailing, 2006.
Identifies and discusses the problems facing the Ahold Retailing company with regard to its procurement and distribution operations.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses a case study of Ahold, a company that owns a number of market chains, and that now faces the problem of centralizing its procurement and distribution operation for its various market chains in order to cut costs by using the same trucks, much of the same personnel, and communicating over the corporate intranet. The issue has been made more difficult by the fact that the company consists of several purchased and pre-existing chains having their own names and identities.
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"Ahold faces the problem of centralizing its procurement and distribution operation for its various market chains in order to cut costs by using the same trucks, much of the same personnel, and communicating over the corporate intranet. The issue has been made more difficult by the fact that the company consists of several purchased and pre-existing chains having their own names and identities. Situation Analysis Strengths: The company has grown considerably in recent years largely through the acquisition of existing companies, and it has maintained its success by leaving these entities with their own identities so that most customers do not know at all that they are shopping in a store actually owned and operated by Ahold. This fact may help explain why..."
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Internet Retail vs. High St. Retail, 2002.
Examining the effectiveness of on-line retail when compared with more traditional methods
2,500 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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Internet retailers and High St. shops were analysed in this report on the effectiveness of on-line music business retail comparative to traditional chain stores and independants. In the interviews people were asked to give their reasons they prefered buying in any specific manner and these answers were analyzed.
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"Years ago, when the internet first emerged in its current form, the thought that one day we would be buying anything, let alone household products, using a computer was laughable. So why did things change? Or did they change at all? Do we now buy more things over the Internet than anyone could ever imagine? Or is it all just still, well quite frankly, a bit of a grey area? "
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Retailing Geography, 2005.
This paper compares of an urban and a suburban retail area.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper analyzes the retailing areas of Yorkville and Doncrest Market Place. The author points out that Yorkville is an urban area, which is more integrated into the city; whereas, Doncrest Market Place is a suburban location. The paper discusses the nature of the area, the types of store, the projected customers, the layout of stores and buildings and the very different marketing strategies.
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"The purpose of this assignment was to examine how retailing strategies were used in different areas. In order to do this a retail area in the central city and a retail area in a suburban area were examined in detail. The types of information that was being determined were the types of store, the people that the stores were trying to attract, the layout of stores and buildings and the nature of the area itself. These areas were compared in detail to show that very different marketing strategies were being used."
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Reading, Writing and? Retailing?, 2004.
A look at the use of vending machines in America?s schools.
2,063 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper examines the potential use of vending machines in school cafeterias to increase revenue for the school. It discusses how, by splitting the profits from the sale of Cokes, cookies, and candies among the manufacturers, the vendors, and the schools, schools would receive the funding they need, children the food they need, companies the revenue they desire, and children would be learning a valuable lesson regarding economic and social concepts. It also looks at the other side of the debate: that placing candy and soft drink vending machines into schools causes a conflict of interest among schools, government, and corporations, a threat to children?s developing sense of values, and a danger to their health.
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"By inviting in the Coca Cola Corporation ? its Coke vending machines and guaranteed ?donations? ? the Colorado Springs School District had left itself open to the entire world of modern day corporate marketing. Never mind the fact that schools are supposed to be places of learning; locations where the accoutrements of education take center stage ? if Coca Cola?s product does not occupy a prominent spot in the school?s physical environment it will not sell. This is, of course, one of the first tenets of advertising. No one is going to buy something if they don?t notice it in the first place. Secondly, there must be use, or at least a perceived use for the product. And, the more frequently a product can be used, the more frequently its users will need to purchase replacements. Thus, students must be permitted to drink coke in the classroom."
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Retailing on the Internet, 1996.
Opportunities for & problems of marketing on information superhighway. Technology, webs, demographics, advertising, examples, coupons, on-line services and security.
4,275 words (approx. 17.1 pages), 20 sources, $ 135.95
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"Introduction
The information superhighway has received much media attention, but it remains a mystery to most Americans who lack a personal computer and a modem. Government and business have been the primary users of the information available through on-line services and the Internet, but businesses have begun to develop an interest in joining the ranks of those who are connected to these resources, in part because they offer an attractive alternative to faxes and long distance phone calls, and in part because they bring a wealth of information from around the world to employees in a single location. In recent months, a growing number of businesses have become active on the World Wide Web (WWW) and the Internet offering their goods and services to consumers directly on-line. Customers can pay with a credit card or through some other .."
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On-Line Grocery Retailing Industry, 2002.
Analysis and recommendations based on problems and opportunities within the on-line grocery segment of the food and beverage industry.
9,458 words (approx. 37.8 pages), 28 sources, MLA, $ 194.95
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This project analyzes and makes recommendations on the viability of on-line grocers. Analysis of this industry consists of an assessment of the internal and external environment, the strengths and weaknesses, the opportunities and the strategies of companies operating in the on-line grocery industry. This report discusses the strategic implications of the industry structure for companies currently operating in and those considering entering the industry. Finally this report suggests ways of increasing the overall effectiveness of the online grocery business model, ultimately making conclusions of the overall attractiveness of the industry as well as making recommendations for improving the online business model.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose and Objectives
1.2 Industry Definition/Timeline
1.3 Scope and Limitations
1.4 Methodology/Data Extraction
2.0 INDUSTRY DOMINANT ECONOMIC FEATURES
2.1 Industry Major Players
2.2 Industry Profitability and Lifecycle Stage
2.3 Market Size and Growth Rate
2.4 Capital Requirements
2.5 Industry Driving Forces
3.0 INDUSTRY CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS
3.1 Profitability and Capital
3.2 Technical Capability
3.3 Brand Image
3.4 Customer Service
4.0 INDUSTRY COMPETITION ANALYSIS
4.1 Major Competitors
4.2 Rivalry
4.3 Competitive Position and Strategy
4.4 New Entrants and Barriers to Entry and Exit
4.5 Perceived Product Substitutes
5.0 KEY STRATEGIES OVERVIEW
5.1 Key Industry Strategy
5.2 Key Industry Players Strategic Approaches
6.0 INDUSTRY BUYERS
6.1 Buyer Characteristics
6.2 Brand Preferences and Customer Loyalty
6.3 Customer Power
7.0 INDUSTRY SUPPLIERS
7.1 Supplier Characteristics
7.2 Supplier Bargaining Power
8.0 INDUSTRY PROSPECTS AND ATTRACTIVENESS
8.1 Industry Attractiveness
8.2 Industry Issues
8.3 Industry Profit Outlook
9.0 ALTERNATIVES
9.1 Abandon the Online Grocery Industry
9.2 Merge or Partner with Brick-and-Mortar
9.3 Maintain existing business model
10.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
REFERENCES
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"The online grocery industry is a niche market within the greater food and beverage industry. It is a business-to-consumer e-commerce industry possessing the characteristics of both a retail grocer and a courier. Companies operating in this industry allow customers to purchase grocery items, prepared meals, meats, produce, packaged goods, flowers, and just about everything else offered by the major grocery chains. Products are offered via the company website and are delivered to the customer within a specified time frame. These companies often rely upon high average orders to make their margins (a typical Webvan.com order was quoted to be $80) (Weston, 2000)."
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Issues and Innovation in Retailing, 2002.
Explores the Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) model and security issues surrounding it.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 12 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper outlines the concept of Integrated Marketing Communications: A feedback model that employs the information generated by electronic sales as market research data and employs it to fine tune a rifle-targeted marketing approach. Subsequently, the security issues that this technology raises are explored. These include security of financial information and privacy questions.
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The Home Improvement Retail Industry, 2004.
This paper analyzes the home improvement retail industry, with specific focus on two organizations: Home Depot and Lowe's.
3,635 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 101.95
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This paper explains that the home improvement retail industry, which today is a booming success, began with large wholesalers selling building supplies to the American public in the early 1900s. By the 1920s, the store sizes decreased and became the first "mom and pop" style hardware stores, which are now being replace by warehouse-style "big boxes" that have taken over the industry today. The author points out that the major companies of this industry, Home Depot and Lowe's, build and operate "big box" stores, which can sell products at lower prices because of their heavy customer volume. The paper states that, once a company like Home Depot and Lowe's establishes a base, the difference in their success is customer service and building customer loyalty.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Home Improvement Retail: A Brief History
Economic Features
Porter's Five Competitive Forces
Driving Forces
Competitive Position of Major Companies
Competitor Analysis
Key Success Factors
Industry Outlook
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"The most basic economic feature is the industry's market size and growth rate. According to the National Retail Hardware Association's (NRHA) annual industry report, the industry produced $208 billion in sales revenues for the year 2003. This is nearly double from 1993's total sales revenue of $110.2 billion. Home improvement retail accounts for over 30% of the entire specialty retail industry of which home improvement retail is a sub-industry. In addition to a large market size, the home improvement industry has seen a yearly industry average growth rate from 1997 to 2003 of 6.7%. Further, the industry is projected to grow at a rate of 5.2% per year until at least 2008."
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