Kategoria BISAC: Business & Economics >> Industries - Retailing

During the past decade many markets have been rediscovered as tourist attractions, food meccas and even regeneration flagships. These transformations are pushing markets to a gentrification frontier clashing with markets' traditional role as public meeting places that support, economically and socially, a diverse range of communities including the urban poor, migrant workers, ethnic minorities and the elderly.

This book is the first to explore the contemporary challenges taking place in traditional retail spaces, drawing on rich international case studies from Mexico, Argentina,...

This book explains China s intellectual property perspective in the context of European theories, through a critical examination of intellectual property theory and practice focused on China s compliance with the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS). The author s critical review of contemporary intellectual property philosophy suggests that justifying intellectual property protection through Locke or Hegel s property theories internalizes a theoretical paradox.

Professor Wenwei Guan s treatment of intellectual property law and practice in the...

The Penn Traffic Department Store is back in business in the pages of this one-of-a-kind book. Now's your chance to revisit this Johnstown, Pennsylvania landmark or experience its magic for the very first time. The whole true story of the legendary store, its employees, and the shoppers who loved it is right here, complete with all your favorite treats and traditions. Help yourself to Penn Way candies...have a burger and fries in the Penn Traffic restaurant...relax on the mezzanine...and wait on the sidewalk on a cold winter's night for the grand unveiling of the most spectacular Christmas...

The Glosser Bros. Department Store in Johnstown, Pennsylvania has reopened, just for you, in the pages of this one-of-a-kind nonfiction book. For the first time, the whole true story of Glosser's has been told, on the 25th anniversary of the fabled department store's closing. Step through the famous doors on the corner of Franklin and Locust Streets, grab a brown-and-white-striped shopping bag, and smell the roasting peanuts and cashews. You're about to embark on a journey from the humble beginnings of Glosser Bros. to its glory days as a multimillion-dollar corporation and the thrilling...

In this new edition of the management classic, the authors explore in-depth the core values of the culture that have made Nordstrom synonymous with legendary customer service. These essential values have enabled Nordstrom to survive and adapt to dramatic market shifts regularly since 1901, and the new edition explains how the Nordstrom approach can be emulated by any organization--in any industry--in every corner of the world. This is not a book about selling shoes or clothes...

Perhaps you are doubting yourself competing with the big boys. Possibly you are looking to improve yourself and your business. Maybe sometimes you feel stuck or overwhelmed with all available information. 

Imagine having clear hands on practical tips about how to get the most out of your personal learning path and get more focus on the things that matter personally and in your business. Know for sure who and what needs your full attention to succeed and grow. No silver bullet rocket scientist level gibberish talk but understandable real world proven tools you can apply. What can...

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