20 Ideas Worth Stealing
In the midst of a slow-but-relatively steady economic rebound, retailers big and small faced the challenges of the marketplace head-on during 2011, putting the big three – originality, imagination and ingenuity – to work in new and exciting ways. We’re talking inventive apps for smartphones and tablets; vending machines dispensing fresh-baked goods; blizzard forecasts in the heat of summer; and even more convenient delivery options. Great concepts, all springing from a germ of an idea — and all worth a second look.
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Meijer appoints COO
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 3:36pm ET | From Drug Store News
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Meijer said its EVP merchandising and marketing J.K
Lowe’s adding 50-product Zep commerical line
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 3:01pm ET | From Bizjournals - Atlanta Business Chronicle
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lined up a partnership with home improvement retailer Lowe's Companies Inc.
Dollar General CEO joins Lowe's board
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 2:15pm ET | From Drug Store News
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Lowe's has announced the appointment of Rick Dreiling to its board of directors.
Cabela’s Announces Opening Date for Wichita, Kan., Store
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 2:13pm ET | From Yahoo! US - Business - Press Releases
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We are eager to give our loyal customers in Wichita and the surrounding area a remarkable retail experience," said Cabela's Chief Executive Officer Tommy Millner.
Wal-Mart puts U.S. marketing under merchandising
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 1:24pm ET | From Reuters.co.uk - Consumer Products & Retail
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Jan 27 (Reuters) - Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT.N) said on Friday that its U.S
7-Eleven Acquires 55 Sam's Marts in the Carolinas
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 12:30pm ET | From Convenience Store News
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This move marks 7-Eleven Inc.'s re-emergence on the Charlotte, N.C., scene.
CVS Caremark Corporation to Hold Fourth Quarter 2011 Conference Call
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 12:04pm ET | From PR Newswire (Press Release) - Health
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An audio webcast of the conference call will be broadcast simultaneously through the Investor Relations portion of the CVS Caremark Web site for all interested parties.
Iceland Seen A Three-Horse Race, Asda, Blackstone On Sidelines
Friday, January 27, 2012 - 11:43am ET | From The Wall Street Journal - Europe Edition
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