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Wegmans’ Self-Checkout App Discontinued After Experiencing Losses
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was interviewed by The New York Times for the article “Wegmans Discontinues Self-Checkout App, Citing Losses.” The article explains why Wegmans is discontinuing SCAN, a self-checkout app that was created…
JCPenney Pursuit of Kohl’s – Real Estate Push More Than Strategic Play
The owner companies behind JCPenney have reportedly made an offer to buy Kohl’s for more than $8.5B. It would be a major move for the two rival department-store chains. Ray Wimer is an assistant professor of retail practice at Syracuse…
Entertainment Attractions Could Save Struggling Shopping Malls
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was quoted in the Syracuse.com story, “8 ways Destiny USA might bounce back: Can laser mazes, musicals and doctors save a struggling mall?” Wimer remarked, “Entertainment attractions have a big…
Shelley Kohan included on “2021 RETHINK Retail Top 100 Retail Influencers List”
Shelley Kohan, an adjunct faculty member in the Whitman School, was included on the “2021 RETHINK Retail Top 100 Retail Influencers List.” Kohan is an accomplished executive with expertise retail management. The annual list from RETHINK features the world’s most…
“COVID-19, Amazon and other e-commerce cause decline in shopping malls”
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was interviewed for the CNBC story “COVID-19, Amazon and other e-commerce cause decline in shopping malls.” In the video clip, Wimer, an expert on U.S. retail and management, explains why…
“How 7-Eleven became the biggest convenience store in the world”
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was interviewed for the CNBC video story “How 7-Eleven became the biggest convenience store in the world.” Wimer, who teaches courses on retail and business management, comments on how 7-Eleven…
“5 reasons you may not see any Price Chopper or Tops supermarkets close after merger.”
Shelley Kohan, adjunct faculty member in the Whitman School, was quoted in the Syracuse.com story “5 reasons you may not see any Price Chopper or Tops supermarkets close after merger.” Kohan is an expert on general management, marketing, operations, merchandising and…
“Can JC Penny Perform a Magic Act As It Emerges From Bankruptcy?”
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was interviewed for the International Business Times piece “Can JC Penny Perform a Magic Act As It Emerges From Bankruptcy?” Wimer, an expert on the retail industry, says that the…
“What to know about Walmart plus.”
Ray Wimer, professor of retail practice in the Whitman School, was quoted by U.S. News and World Report for the article “What to know about Walmart plus.” The retail chain Walmart has launched a new membership program, Walmart+, that is…
Amid Bankruptcies, Retail Industry Will Thrive with Fewer Players
Luxury department store Lord & Taylor and the company that owns both Men’s Warehouse and Jos. A. Bank have announced plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The stores join a growing list of retailers that have made similar…