Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to propose a framework, based on empirical research, to explain the strategic processes of post-entry development in international retailing through consideration of the dynamic capabilities attributable to retailers. Design/methodology/approach: Case study...

Comments on the increase in the discussion in the UK on retail competition, retailer power and the relationships that exist between retailers and suppliers. Asserts that in many cases these discussions have missed or misrepresented important aspects that define retail efficiency and customer...

Retailing in Scotland has shown dynamism in the last decade. Assesses the factors which have influenced change and how Scotland differs from the rest of the UK in terms of market concentration, corporate decision making and inter‐format competition.

A selection of recently published empirical and conceptual studies of the retail industry is reviewed and possible important future developments analysed. In particular, the four areas considered are: (1) the retail environment; (2) strategic issues, (3) operational considerations; and (4)...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to propose a framework, based on empirical research, to explain the strategic processes of post-entry development in international retailing through consideration of the dynamic capabilities attributable to retailers. Design/methodology/approach – Case...