Should Other Restaurants Follow Applebee’s Date Night Pass Subscription?
Is the new Applebee’s Date Night Pass a new cultural hit? How might it affect the future of casual dining, especially in terms of disrupting the pricing and service models?
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Do Investments in Store Managers Trickle Down to Associates?
Walmart announced plans to raise wages for store managers in a move it sees ultimately translating to an investment in all store associates. Do you agree that this will lead to more benefits for hourly workers?
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What If McDonald’s Became More Upscale?
McDonald’s is set to make more than 50 changes to its burgers this year, and since the company seems to be evolving its brand’s language, it might be time to consider a more enhanced image to its name. How would the introduction of premium elements impact the brand image and customer perception of a chain like McDonald’s?
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Should Nike Have Walked Away From Tiger Woods?
The end of Tiger Woods’ contract with Nike brought to a close one of the lengthiest and most lucrative brand deals in the history of sports. Will Nike eventually regret its decision?
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Will Chinese Cars Dominate the Automotive Industry?
China’s auto industry is becoming a rising competitive force, posing a threat to traditional players like the United States. How can global auto giants adjust their strategies in response to the growing demand for affordable and reliable Chinese vehicles in the Middle East and beyond?
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NRF Big Show: Insights and Reflections From the BrainTrust
After a meeting with RetailWire’s BrainTrust panel to discuss the big themes of NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, we’ve collected some key insights and reflections from those who participated.
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Macy’s Tackles Streamlining Again
Macy’s has announced plans to reduce 3.5% of its workforce and close five stores. What do you think is behind Macy’s move to streamline operations amid activist pressures?
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Should Other CEOs Follow the Lead of the New Adidas CEO?
The new Adidas CEO is just a call or text away. How can strategies similar to Bjørn Gulden’s open leadership approach be used to address the reported disconnect between CEOs and their perception of team performance?
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NRF Big Show: Where Will AI Be Most Transformative for Retail?
AI and GenAI were either the primary topics or at least touched on across all panels at the NRF show. Where are you most interested in seeing how AI and GenAI can reimagine the retail shopping experience as well as retail’s overall practices?
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Can FedEx Compete With Amazon Through fdx?
FedEx will compete with Amazon using a new fdx platform, but will it deliver? How can FedEx leverage its history and logistics expertise to compete with Amazon’s FBA program through the introduction of fdx?
