Develops a model for classifying products on impulse purchases and contribution to profits. Also shows how to implement the model in store merchandising strategies.

The study compares cost and benefits of carbon dioxide and vaccum packaged boxed beef distribution to retail grocery outlets.

Technology-driven change is everywhere and value-capture from new technology is challenging for business managers. Also rival firms may use technology as part of major success strategies. This situation leads managers to be keenly interested in evaluation of alternative technologies prior to...

Presents results of a consumer attitude survey in Dallas, Texas area and found convenience the most important advantage of charge cards and the most important fear-overspending.

Relates the results of consumer evaluation of various cuts of frozen lamb looking at initial and repeat purchase behavior.

A myriad of local, state, and federal laws and regulations exist with the intent to assure consumers a "safe" food supply. This paper addresses some of the economic aspects of federal food safety laws and regulations. A brief summary of federal food safety legislation and programs is offered,...

The structure of industries changes in two major ways. Mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures are considered external factors. In addition, the firm rate of internal growth will influence market concentration. If the firm grows slower than the market, concentration will go down, etc. These two...