1: INDUSTRY OVERVIEW: DEPARTMENT STORES
Department stores are large retail outlets that contain numerous individual shops, providing a wide range of product lines. Department stores most oftentimes consist of the following product categories:
1) Food
2) Cosmetics
3) Shoes and Accessories
4) Clothing
5) Interior Décor
6) Restaurants
Depending on the type of department store, department stores can offer a much wider range of products, including furniture, toys, electronics, books, etc.
Department stores come in a wide range of qualities and prices. There are such things as “high-end department stores”, which would focus purely on offering high-profile brands and products, while there are more mass-market targeting department stores, which are more likely to include a wider range of products, including practical household products.
That said, department stores will oftentimes try to cater to specific types of market segments. Particularly in the case of department stores in large cities, each department store will try to position itself differently from its direct and nearby competitors: some will try to cater to younger generations, while some will try to cater to the older generations. Some will try to cater to those interested in mainstream brands, while others will focus more on boutique, independent brands.
In the US, the department store industry includes approximately 20 companies operating roughly 3,500 stores. Major department stores in the US include: Sears, JCPenney, Macy’s, and Dillard’s. The industry earns an annual revenue of around $60 billion USD, 95% of which is earned by the largest 8 companies in the industry.
Some links about the industry:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Department_store
http://vspages.com/mall-vs-department-store-5580/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shopping_mall
http://www.hoovers.com/industry/department-stores/1529-1.html
SPACE
2a: Implicit or Explicit?
From the department store owner’s standpoint, I would say that space is often sold explicitly, as they would charge the tenants per the size of the lease space. On the other hand, for stalls or booths set up in more open areas of the department store, space may be considered more implicit, as these spaces may be sold with less correlation to the exact size of the space.
2b: Ways of Splitting Space
Department stores have different types of spaces within the building that cater to their customers. The most typical type is the space split by fixed walls into one unit, and can usually be shut off or closed by a door or a shutter. These spaces cannot easily be adjusted in terms of size and layout without investment of significant time and money. These fixed spaces are generally leased out to a specific brand or company, such as Zara, Coach, Burberry, etc.
Then there is the semi-fixed space, such as the department store areas dedicated to selling cosmetics or shoes. These are oftentimes open areas in which a specific brand or merchandising line take up certain spaces, but are not divided up by physical walls or entryways. These areas are much more flexible in terms of changing the products being handled, given that one area can easily be changed to carry one brand/line from another; however, certain fixtures used for the displays will be fixed, and hence less flexible to change from a layout perspective.
There is also open space, in which temporary booths or stalls are built to sell a smaller line of products or services.
Different from other uses of store space is the use of space to purely focus on selling experiential services. For department stores, the focus generally remains on selling physical products. However, there are rare instances when space is allocated to selling services—one case being when department stores are attached to movie theaters.
2c: Creating Additional Revenue
One of the most standard ways for department stores to create additional revenue is by holding major seasonal sales. Because the product life cycle of clothes tends to be fairly short, many stores have inventory left over by the time they have to replace old products with new products. Having a highly publicized sale allows for these leftover products to be sold, be it at a lower price than its retail value.
One key to making people spend more money is to convince people to stay out shopping longer. A way to
do this is to provide adequate opportunity for people to take a break from shopping and rest. Many department stores provide these venues by creating food courts—or in high-end places by providing patisseries or coffee shops at which people can recharge before going back to shop some more.
I also think one of the more creative ways in which department stores have used their space to create additional revenue is through creative use of its open space. Another approach department stores can use to bring people to their stores is to provide an additional incentive to go to that location. A common approach used to achieve this in the U.S. has been to create playgrounds in the open areas of the department stores. This service often incentivizes families to go to a department store, simply because it allows an opportunity for their children to play.
One more approach commonly used in Japanese department stores to bring more people to the site is to host certain “festivals” or special events in their open space. For example, department stores would often host weekly “mini fairs” on either the ground floor or the top floor, in which one area of the department store would be devoted to hosting jewelry/clothes/food from brands and shops that usually were not represented at the department store. The content would be changed frequently, and the department store would often be able to bring new people into the store by publicizing new, limited-time genres of offerings at their store.
2d: Potential New Ways of Splitting Space
There are several different directions department stores could potentially go in terms of splitting space differently. One direction would be to use space to create more personalized services to customers. Many of the spaces in department stores are “public”, but allocating a portion of space at high-end stores to allow for “private” space may allow for varying experiences for customers. Customers would be charged a premium for making use of these private spaces.
Another potential use may be to make the spaces more flexible. Instead of sticking with a model that leans heavily toward having “fixed” spaces, changing to a model in which it would be much simpler, cheaper, and quicker to change tenants may be an attractive approach for department stores that are pursuing a more trendy, up-to-date feel.
3: TIME
3a: Implicit or Explicit?
Department stores generally sell time implicitly: this is because the product being sold generally isn’t associated with a particular time limit. For example, it is not like a massage, where you are buying 60 minutes worth of service. The transaction is associated with a physical product unattached to time.
3c: Selling Time Explicitly
Time is currently being sold explicitly at certain department stores, although these cases are generally not a reflection of its overall business model. For example, some department stores may include shops that offer time-explicit services. Some department stores have massage shops, which are time-based service sales.
As another example, some department stores in Japan have small football fields on their rooftops, which people can rent out on an hourly basis.
(http://www.futaba-sp.com/omiya/2010/03/post-23.html)
Some department stores also include game centers for children—some of these entertainment options include machines that run for a set period of time per game.
Department stores will often have restaurants on one of their floors. These restaurants can often choose to set time limits to each group of customers (ex. 2hr limit) to be able to take in more customers during peak times.
(http://www.mitokeisei.co.jp/shop/10_skygarden/11keizan.html)
3d: Creative Things to do with Time
There are a couple things that could be done creatively with time—some of which may already be being done to varying lengths at department stores. One might be to offer some sort of benefit if a certain amount of time is spent within the department store. For example, if a customer was to receive certain benefits if they stayed for 5 hours at a department store on an off-peak day, this could incentivize customers to spend more money during their wait time, and this could also help to improve the image of the department store by maintaining more customers.
Another thing they might potentially consider doing is to include shops that provide rental services. Some shops may already do tuxedo/dress rentals, which would be time-based; they could potentially take this further by doing time-based rentals of other high-end luxury clothes and accessories.
4a/b: Physical and Non-Physical Rate Fences
Below are several examples of physical rate fences (owner-tenant relationships are more likely to be involved with physical rate fences than the tenant-customer relationships)
- (Owner-tenant POV) Depending on the size of the space being rented, owners can choose to increase or decrease the rates
- (Owner-tenant POV) Certain areas of a department store are likely to be more popular/convenient; hence an owner can charge more depending on the location of the space within the store (http://www.ehow.com/facts_6313023_average-retail-lease_.html)
- (Tenant-customer POV) For services such as restaurants within the department store, tenants can set rates by charging differently between open areas and private rooms
In terms of non-physical rate fences, I would say that there are many opportunities to create rate fences, depending on the type of service/product the store sells. There are also several opportunities within the owner-tenant relationship:
- (Owner-tenant POV) Depending on the lease period, the owner can set different rates to charge the tenant
- (Owner-tenant POV) Depending on the credibility/attractiveness of the tenant, the owner can set different rates
- (Tenant-customer POV) Depending on the quality of the product, functionality of the product, or time/length of the service, rates can be set differently. There is an enormously wide range of examples of this in department stores. A Gap outlet, for example, may sell a tank top for $10, while a Burberry outlet would sell a similar styled tank top for $150. Similarly, a cell phone with 3G functionality may sell at a cell phone provider outlet at a certain price, while a phone with 4G functionality would sell at a much higher price.
4c: Creative Ways to Set Rate Fences
Some ways I can think of setting rate fences creatively is to perhaps offer more intangible services—rather than just the physical products. For example, an I Love Bangkok t-shirt may only cost $5 at the actual retail shop, but if the customer already knows what he/she wants, but doesn’t want to make the trip up 7 floors and 5 minutes of walking to get there, the store could potentially charge an extra $1 to have the t-shirt brought down to the concierge desk of the department store for a quick pick-up.
https://www.selleckchem.com/products/Vorinostat-saha.html
SARS-CoV-2 antibody tests are used for population surveillance and might have a future role in individual risk assessment. Lateral flow immunoassays (LFIAs) can deliver results rapidly and at scale, but have widely varying accuracy.
In a laboratory setting, we performed head-to-head comparisons of four LFIAs the Rapid Test Cons
Dasatinib cell line
Investigation of these emerging biomarkers may uncover mechanisms of injury, detect early stages of cardiovascular damage, and elucidate novel therapeutic approaches.Advanced intra-procedural imaging techniques have been integral to technical and procedural success transcatheter devices. A novel leaflet approximation therapy, the PASCAL Transcatheter Valve Repair System (Edwards Lifesciences, Irvine, CA, USA)
ICI 46474
06, 95% CI 1.003 to 4.227,
=0.049).
Our study suggests that the prevalence of vitamin B12 deficiency among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus on metformin in our population is substantial. This is more frequent among the non-Malay population and those who have been on metformin for more than five years.
Our study suggests that the prevale
UK IPTV
In today’s fast-paced digital age, traditional cable TV is quickly becoming a thing of the past. IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) is revolutionizing how people consume entertainment by offering more flexibility, affordability, and high-quality streaming options. For UK viewers, IPTV services provide access to a wide array of live TV channels, sports, movies, and shows, all at your fingertips.
When searching
selleck chemical
y.
To examine the differences in return to work time after childbirth; the differences in income; and the differences in out of pocket health-care costs between mothers who had a preterm birth and mothers who delivered a full term baby in Australia.
Using administrative data, the length of time and ‘risk’ of returning to employment for mothers whose child wa
Full File
ADHD Treatment For Adults Near Me
You might need to be evaluated by a doctor who is experienced in adult ADHD. You may also be treated at an outpatient or residential treatment center.
You might be prescribed a stimulant such as methylphenidate. Counseling or psychotherapy is also part of
adhd symptoms and treatment in adults
ADHD in Female Adults Symptoms
ADHD is an illness that affects men & women. However, societal expectations & gender roles make it difficult for women to be diagnosed. Women are also more adept in hiding their symptoms, which could cause misdiagnosis and delay in treatme
ALK signaling pathway
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) in lumbar spine is one of the major musculoskeletal disorders that cause low back pain (LBP). The intervertebral disc structure and dynamics of the lumbar spine are significantly affected by lumbar DDD, leading to a reduced range of motion (ROM), muscle weakness and gradual degradation. Spinal fusion and inter-vertebral disc replacement prostheses are two major surgical methods used for trea
selleck chemical
In the United States, 35% of the total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions come from the electrical power industry, of which 30% represent natural gas electricity generation. Microalgae can biofix CO2 10 to 15 times faster than plants and convert algal biomass to products of interest, such as biofuels. Thus, this study presents a protocol that demonstrates the potential synergies of microalgae cultivation
ICI 46474
06, 95% CI 1.003 to 4.227,
=0.049).
Our study suggests that the prevalence of vitamin B12 deficiency among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus on metformin in our population is substantial. This is more frequent among the non-Malay population and those who have been on metformin for more than five years.
Our study suggests that the prevale
สล็อตออนไลน์ยูสใหม่ อย่างไรก็แตก เป็นต้นแบบการเดิมพันยอดนิยมมานานกว่าศตวรรษแล้ว สล็อตแมชชีนเครื่องแรกที่ปรับปรุงโดย Charles Fey ในปี 1891 เป็นเครื่องมือเครื่องจักรกล้วยๆที่มี 3 วงล้อและก็เครื่องหมาย 5 อัน ยกตัวอย่างเช่น เกือกม้า เพชร โพดำ หัวใจ รวมทั้งระฆังที่อิสระ ซึ่งเป็นต้นเหตุของชื่อเครื่องนี้ ตลอดหลายปีก่อน เว็บไซต์ตรงสล็อต ได้ปรับปรุงเป็นเครื่องที่ล้ำยุคด้วยเทคโนโลยีระดับสูงและก็แบบอย่างต่างๆเยอะมากเพื่อผู้เล่นได้รับความรื่นเริงใจ ด้วยการเจริญเติบโตของการเดิมพันออนไลน์ เกมสล็อตก็เ
Vorinostat HDAC inhibitor
01) and 500mg/kg (p<0.05) doses, in comparison with the control. It did not inhibit pain in the neurogenic phase of the formalin paw licking and in the hot plate tests.
Blighia sapida leaf extract possesses analgesic activity that is mediated by peripheral mechanisms but not through central mechanisms.
Blighia sapida leaf extract possess
Selleckchem Dexketoprofen trometamol
Atrial KCNN2 and KCNN3 expression was reduced in AF/HF patients and in a corresponding pig model. HDAC2 displayed significant downregulation in humans and a tendency towards reduced expression in right atrial tissue of pigs. Tachypacing recapitulated downregulation of Kcnn2/K
2.2, Kcnn3/K
2.3 and Hdac2/HDAC2, indicating that high atrial ra
LY3039478 in vitro
Plasmonic nanogap-enhanced Raman scattering has attracted considerable attention in the fields of Raman-based bioanalytical applications and materials science. Various strategies have been proposed to prepare nanostructures with an inter- or intra-nanogap for fundamental study models or applications. This report focuses on recent advances in synthetic methods to fabricate intra-nanogap structures with diverse d
göra nytt körkort
Why Buy a Category B Driving License?
If you’re considering entering truck driving, a category B driving license might be the right choice. It’s an excellent way to start your career, and it doesn’t take as long or cost as much as a Class An industrial driver’s license.
<
selleck chemical
We would also discuss the effect of physicochemical property (particle size and zeta potential) of SEDDS on the oral drug bioavailability enhancement. This review would provide an approach to develop a rational SEDDS to improving oral drug bioavailability. Lay Summary Self-emulsifying drug-delivery system (SEDDS) has been proven to be promising in ameliorating the oral bioavailability of poor water-solubl
read more
The Chinese government, obstetricians, and scholars should work together to reverse the rising rate of uterine rupture and improve the pregnancy outcomes in women with uterine rupture.
The uterine rupture rate in China continues to increase among different birth policy periods, and the risk of maternal near miss among women with uterine rupture has not significantly imp
EIDD-2801 inhibitor
g pathway.The Alternative DSM-5 Model of Personality Disorders describes the level of personality functioning, defined by impairments in self functioning (self pathology) and problems in interpersonal functioning (interpersonal pathology), as the core feature of all personality disorders. A brief self-report measure to assess the level of personality functioning, the Level of Personality Functioning Scale-Brie
Selleckchem Rapamycin
Frequent consumption of fruits can prevent nutrient deficiencies and promote health. However, the perishability and unaffordability of fruits had led to very low levels of fruit consumption in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The objective of this study was to evaluate the retention of nutrients and bioactive compounds of papaya fruit (Carica papaya L) with/without ascorbic acid pretreatment and dry
used wood burning stoves for sale
The Best Woodburners
Wood burners are known to lower blood pressure and relax. But what about the microscopic sooty particles they release into the air?
Fortunately, the latest stoves are built with the EcoDesign directive in mind. This means you can enjoy a warm and co
click here
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) can efficaciously avert HIV acquisition for individuals at risk, including transgender individuals (trans) in the Philippines. We conducted multivariate logistic regression procedures in an online sample of Filipina trans women (n = 139) to examine associations of PrEP awareness. In this sample, 53% of Filipina trans women were unaware of PrEP, but almost all (93%) expressed
Senaparib
not alter either the shear bond strength or the film thickness of the GIC and thus might represent a promising additive to GICs.The MDR phenomenon has become a major obstacle in the treatment of cancers, and among the strategies to reverse it, the inhibition of P-gp function and expression is essential to increase for effective anticancer drugs. In the present paper, the co-delivery of berberine chloride and tariquidar
tetrathiomolybdate nmr
We test the importance of information source on consumer choice in the context of sin goods, specifically electronic and tobacco cigarettes, among adult smokers. We proxy choice with intentions to vape and quit smoking in the next 30 days. We experimentally vary the information source government, private companies, physicians, and no source. Our findings suggest that information source matters in t
click here
Manganese overexposure can induce neurotoxicity, lead to manganism and result in clinical manifestations similar to those of parkinsonism. However, the underlying molecular mechanism is still unclear. This study demonstrated that MnCl
induces mitophagy and leads to neurotoxicity by promoting BNIP3-mediated reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation.
Human neurobla
best wood burning stove
Embers Living Offers EPA-Certified Wood Burning Stoves for Sale
Wood stoves are an excellent method of heating a room by convective and radiant warmth. Embers Living offers heating stoves available for sale that have been certified by the EPA to ensure optimal combustion and emission-free.
<br
Ceritinib concentration
The expansion of trinucleotide CGG repeats in the promoter of fragile X mental retardation 1 (FMR1) gene is associated with fragile X and fragile X associated tremor/ataxia syndromes. While the expansion of CGG repeats has been associated with such neuro/psychiatric diseases, the contraction of CGG repeats has been recently suggested as an indication of ovarian dysfunction. This study aimed to evaluate a poss
VS-4718 manufacturer
In this review, we present cases of reduction in sensitivity, development of resistance and failure of control by fungicides that have been or are being used to manage powdery mildew. In addition, the molecular mechanisms underlying resistance to fungicides are also outlined. Finally, a number of recommendations are provided to decrease the probability of resistance development when fungicides are empl
check details
Childhood maltreatment is associated with an increased risk of insecure/disorganized attachment and in turn with suicidal risk (SR). Out-of-family placement is aimed at interrupting child exposure to further abuse and at providing the necessary security for proper development via the establishment of an alternative attachment relationship. However, the actual protective role of this type of care is not clea
https://www.selleckchem.com/products/sb-3ct.html
The successful fabrication and application of the environment-oriented single layer ceramic membranes from the Al-Si-O solid waste matrix provided a promising “waste-to-resource” strategy for beneficial utilization of typical solid wastes as ceramic raw materials.Continuous release of the highly toxic triphenyltin compounds (TPT) from antifouling paints and fungicides has caused serio
comfy l shaped couch
How to Update a Sectional Couch Into a Cozy Couch
Compared to 2 smaller sized sofas or a pair of loveseats, sectionals frequently have more seating capacity and look more incorporated in the room. They’re likewise an excellent choice if you often have guests who wish to crash on the couch.
<b
Pevonedistat
The popliteal artery is a common site of aneurysm formation, whereas sarcomas of the vascular system are very rare. The diagnosis is very difficult to establish. During our literature research we found only seven reports about angiosarcomas of the popliteal artery. Four of them were associated with aneurysms. Because of the poor prognosis early diagnosis is the key to successful treatment.
<br
northern containers
Multistore Containers – Flexible, Mobile and Cost-Effective Solutions For Growing Businesses
Unlike traditional retail spaces, which are typically fixed, pop-ups in shipping containers provide mobile, flexible and cost-effective solutions to growing businesses. They also cut down on operating costs and carbon
comfy l shaped sofa
How to Find the Comfiest Sofa
A sofa is the focal point of any room, so it ought to be comfy and trendy. Plus, it ought to be simple to maintain in a family with kids and animals.
This kiln-dried wood and sustainably sourced fabric couch ships to your door in boxes many pe
beställa nytt skoterkort
How to Buy a Driving License in the US
In the United States, buying a driving license isn’t actually typical due to the fact that polices can quickly validate if a license stands if pulled over. Plus, you still need to pay fees and take a test.
The
see more
Ischemic heart disease is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. Mitochondrial dysfunction, excessive reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, and calcium (Ca2+) overload are three key factors leading to myocardial death during ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury. Inhibition of TRPM4, a Ca2+-activated nonselective cation channel, protects the rat heart from I/R injury, but the specific mechanism underl
signaling pathway
7 kg), mean male (19.7 kg), and mean female (13.7 kg) body masses well below prior estimates, and below the 21 kg costs of carnivory threshold. Our data show that the thylacine did not violate the costs of carnivory. The thylacine instead occupied the 14.5-21 kg predator/prey range characterized by small-prey predators capable of occasionally switching to relatively large-bodied prey if necessary.Alloparental care is central
selleck compound
fluenced by a fatty acid biosynthesis pathway and affects this same pathway. This study identifies a link between cell-cell communication, fatty acid composition, and biofilms and, in doing so, suggests that these pathways are integrated into the networks that control pneumococcal colonization and host adaptation.Chemotherapeutic drugs can cause harmful gastrointestinal side effects, which may be modulated by naturally occurring member
Nexturastat A purchase
We performed mitral valve plasty( MVP) with vegetation debridement by rubbing with a small gauze ball and by rinsing with saline( named “washing and rubbing method”) for mitral regurgitation( MR) due to active infective endocarditis (IE). A 28-year-old male was referred to our hospital with a two-week history of fever. He had renal impairment and anemia, and echocardiography showed severe MR and two veg
selleck compound
A method based on efficient separation of ethoximated and trimethylsilylated N-acetylglucosamines was developed. Accurate absolute quantification is enabled using biologically derived 13C labeled internal standards eliminating systematic errors related to sample pretreatment and analysis. Due to the lack of certified reference materials, a methodological comparison between tandem and time-of-fl
Citarinostat mouse
Routine screening reduces colorectal cancer mortality, but screening rates fall below national targets and are particularly low in underserved populations.
To compare the effectiveness of a single text message outreach to serial text messaging and mailed fecal home test kits on colorectal cancer screening rates.
A two-arm
shipping container sizes uk
Refrigerated Containers
Refrigerated Containers (often called reefers) are a key part of shipping temperature-sensitive goods. From catering companies that prepare meals to events to research labs transporting samples, refrigerated containers provide solid temperature control to make sure that your goods arrive in perfect condition.
selleck
The purpose of this study was to examine former Brazilian high-performance volleyball athletes’ perspectives on life skills learning and transfer through their experiences in sport. This qualitative study involved a narrative approach through composite vignettes. The creation of the composite vignettes included the most relevant life events and participants’ perspectives through their accounts of the experience transformed i
Fedratinib price
Results The new software version demonstrated improvements for CI, GI and V12 (p less then 0.01). For the Elekta Agility™ multileaf collimator, jaw tracking improved all dosimetric parameters except for CI (p =0.178) and mean brain dose (p =0.93). For the Varian with HD120 multileaf collimator, all parameters improved. Conclusions The software enhancements in v2.0 of the software provided impr
selleck products
This study provides further empirical evidence of the importance of old-growth forest conservation in the context of human-modified landscapes. It also suggests that landscape matrices integrating forest uses at varying intensities are well positioned to reconcile biodiversity conservation with the production of goods that support local livelihoods. ©2020 Milheiras et al.Background The gray snapper (Lutjanus griseus)
buy Benserazide
Many tasks demand that information is kept online for a few seconds before it is used to guide behavior. The information is kept in working memory as the persistent firing of neurons encoding the memorized information. The neural mechanisms responsible for persistent activity are not yet well understood. Theories attribute an important role to ionotropic glutamate receptors and it has bee
gold whip
Comprehensive Inventory
One of the biggest upsides of purchasing at Cream Chargers Warehouse is the range of items offered. From small 8g cream chargers to large-capacity canisters like the 615g Smart Whip, you’ll locate the right option for your needs. They also carry dispensers, accessories, and other food-related tools, making it easy to find everything in on
Sodium Vitamin C
Overall, the CG showed high sensitivity and specificity when the PCR Ct value was less than 33. Therefore, CG can be used for screening early in the disease course. Confirmatory PCR is essential when a false negative result is suspected.Ankle injuries may adversely increase the risk of injury to the joints of the lower extremity and can lead to various impairments in workplaces. The purpose of this study w
Omilancor
Genetic variants underlying life-threatening diseases, being unlikely to be transmitted to the next generation, are gradually and selectively eliminated from the population through negative selection. We study the determinants of this evolutionary process in human genes underlying monogenic diseases by comparing various negative selection scores and an integrative approach, CoNeS, at 366 loci underlying inborn errors of imm
wie kann ich meinen führerschein kaufen
How to Buy a Driving License
A driving license is a form of identification issued by the government that authorizes the owner to drive cars and motorbikes on public roads. It typically contains information such as the name of the driver, his photo, date of birth and license number.
<b
eu führerschein kaufen erfahrungen
Buy EU Driving License Experiences
The standard format EU driving licence – a plastic credit card-sized photo card that comes with security features and made available since 2013 – is accepted throughout the EU. There are a few requirements you must meet in order to obtain one.
You must typically live in or regularly go back to the country in