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4. General population – need to be more aware as consumers Notes: American companies that produce goods and profit from the abusive exploitation of slave labor (i.e.: Apple, Hershey (chocolate), and Patagonia (clothing company). As consumers, we need to be more attentive to the manufactured goods that we purchase. We, unknowingly, contribute to the continued practice of modern slavery by purchasing products in the supermarket, as well as in the malls. • “From cell phones to fast food to clothing…

product offerings and retail environment than its competition. Target has seen steady growth with regard to expansion within the United States, it has not saturated the market. Target has historically launched stores in the metropolitan areas of larger cities and currently operates stores in 48 states. Recent global economic trends demonstrate that a Target expansion into Mexico will generate positives results for those involved. Mexico has seen continued economic growth and has inflation…

Spartan Inc is a leading private label grocery that specializes in provision of grocery products through supermarkets and supercenters. Its line of products is private-branded, with its most prominent private brands being Spartan, Full Circle, Valu, and Top Care. In the recent times, however, prevailing business environment has brought in new marketing dynamics necessitating a course of action so that Spartan Inc and its line of products remain relevant in the market. As such, a SWOT analysis is…

I agree with Frank’s contention that “consumerism is no longer about “conformity” but about “difference”… It counsels not rigid adherence to the tastes of the herd but vigilant and constantly updated individualism” (qtd. in Frank 153). In contrast to advertisements in the past, which drew people in moral social behaviors and standards, current marketing strategies and advertisements are trying to educate consumers about being their own personalities and being self-fulfillment. According to…

damaged. This not only affected the ability for people to live there, but also the ability for many stores to stay in business. According to popular economic theory, firms will only enter a market if they believe they can make an economic profit. After Katrina, with many consumers either relocating or not having enough money to regularly shop at supermarkets and grocery stores, new food stores were unlikely to open up. Without knowing how many people would return to New Orleans and where in…

Summary Tired of using same old headphones or speakers and not satisfied with the sound quality? Visit LeMall.com – an online store owned by Letv. LeMall is one of the fastest growing platforms in the US that is committed to offering its customers with the highest quality smart devices, including smartphones, smart TVs, TV Box, virtual reality headsets and bikes. The company aims to enhance the lifestyle by offering outstanding customer experiences, which is enforced by tomorrow’s technology.…

The literacy that I want to learn is how to be a photographer. There are many ways to achieve this goal. One of the ways is to get a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. It is a digital camera that combines the optics and the mechanisms of a single-lens reflex camera with a digital imaging sensor. The best entry level lens for any photographer is an 18-55 mm. First, there are so many pictures and different apps available these days that can change the quality of an image. Also it is not…

strategies are perks that lure their consumers into their franchise. For example, Wal-Mart sets itself apart from its competitors by choosing prime locations and maintaining low prices for its customers. They have put forth a strategy to remodel stores and turn them into superstores. These policies make their organization an ultimate one stop shop for many. Not only is there a Wal-Mart just on every corner, but they also strive to impress with their friendly customer care specialist or as you…

Kelsey selected an article written by Susan Scott titled Fierce Conversations. This bold title jumped at me as fierce is such a powerful word. Excited to read the article, I was anticipating reading about how passionate conversation or debates correspond to interpersonal communications. Scott wrote this article to demonstrate the importance of having fierce conversations in all aspects of a person’s life and the repercussions of not having them. Scott states that “fierce” means intense, strong,…

customers with great discounts, new “hot off of the shelf” items, and free shipping. Bright colored websites and creativity interested the customers and made them feel like their money was being well spent. Because of the lagging in this area in the stores, the competition such as Amazon managed to persuade Target customers to take advantage of the online sales. Target did not realize how much the worldwide web was on the move as fast as it was. Staying on the phone to place orders was a…