by Brian Fichman | Dec 4, 2024 | Article, General, News & Views
Demographic shifts. Rising interest rates. Increased labor costs. All of these factors—and more—have led to the closure of college and university campuses across the United States. Even blue chip institutions like the University of Chicago have lately experienced...
by Brian Fichman | Nov 14, 2024 | Article, General, News & Views, Retail
THE HOLIDAY SEASON is a critical period for retailers, a time when strategic planning and execution can significantly impact the entire year’s revenue. Drawing lessons from past experiences and industry practices, here are some proven strategies retailers should...
by Brian Fichman | Nov 11, 2024 | AI, Article, General, News & Views
Middle-market companies readily admit that they aren’t prepared to compete as a plethora of digital transformations sweep across larger competitors in their industry verticals. A Harvard Business Review article found that middle-market companies were twice as likely...
by Brian Fichman | Nov 4, 2024 | Article, General, News & Views
Understanding and implementing cost-cutting measures can make the difference between thriving and merely surviving in the current economic climate. The wine industry, with its blend of tradition and innovation, faces a unique set of challenges in today’s economic...
by Brian Fichman | Oct 30, 2024 | Article, Consumer Products, General, News & Views, Retail
In The Walking Dead, Rick Grimes offers hope amidst the apocalypse: “If we start tomorrow right now, no matter what comes next, we’ve won.” This rings true not just for survivors in a zombie-infested world, but also for businesses teetering on the edge of...
by Brian Fichman | Oct 28, 2024 | Article, General, News & Views, Retail
Customer preferences are constantly evolving. How will your business prioritize superb customer experience in 2024 and beyond? The retail landscape—and what the customers are expecting from retailers and brands—is always changing. Online shopping, for example, surged...
