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...down on the numbers of stores without Windows in the U.S., Microsoft (MSFT) is launching its own retail outlets. Given the size of its customer base, it would seem to be like going after an elephant with...
...None of those things is a good enough reason to rent dozens of retail locations in big cities and hire staff to demonstrate products. Getting the launch of Windows 7, which is the financial future of the company, done right is a perfect reason to open as many stores to demonstrate the new software as is possible. It allows Redmond the chance to put the new Windows in front of people in a controlled environment with biased experts taking customers through features...
...consultation with the University’s Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS), which monitors food recall information, HUDS elected to remove certain foods in residential and retail operations as a precautionary measure...
...affected by the new policy. According to Nelson, the safety of the various peanut butters HUDS serves—Teddie Peanut Butter, the bulk residential dining peanut butter; Once Again Nut Butter, the organic peanut butter; and Smucker’s Peanut Butter personal packs, offered in retail locations and catering, was confirmed at the onset of the outbreak...
Price alone won't compel consumers to spend big money for Valentine's Day. Many retailers have tried creative marketing initiatives as well. "Companies are getting better and better at grabbing the customer's attention during this downturn," says Kathy Deane, the president of Tobe, a retail consultancy. For example, as part of its "We Love You" promotion, Bloomingdale's will give you a free hippie scarf if you spend $100 at one of its stores. If you spend $25 or more on a box of Godiva chocolates, you could win a trip to the company's Chocolate Decadence suite...