Electronic shopping makes the retail connection

Article Abstract:

Electronic merchandising is being introduced in several progressive department stores. Wards has a computerized catalog, Filene's has a computerized bridal and gift registry, and several stores will use a video disk player for Cuisinart demonstrations. Customer reaction has been favorable, especially at Filene's, where registrations have doubled in the past year.

Innovations, Marketing, Department stores, Technology application, Home furnishings, Shopping, Electronic marketing

New directions in discounting

Article Abstract:

Discount stores must emphasize ease of shopping - professional approach and offprice retailing are the two trends which Zayre is taking advantage of - Zayer is in the middle of a massive modernization campaign - the next focus will be on expansion.

Discount stores, Segall, Maurice, Feldberg, Sumner, Zayre Corp.

The future favors the specialty store

Article Abstract:

Owner of home furnishings speciality chains present views of correct management of retail trade and its future - his customer is not the discount store consumer.

Misc. homefurnishings stores, Home furnishings industry, Segal, Gordon