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1. BIZARRE.

Author: Dillon, David
Subjects: *ARCHITECTURAL design, *RETAIL stores, *PAPER, *COLUMNS
Abstract: Discusses the architectural design of Bizaare boutique made by architect Randy Brown in Omaha, Nebraska. Use of a sheet of white paper to model the place; Transformation of structural column of the center of the shop into a platform for displaying shoes; Remarks of Brown on the boutique.
Published: 2005

2. Trade-offs between Shopping Bags Made of Non-degradable Plastics and Other Materials, Using Latent Class Analysis: The Case of Tianjin, China.

Author: Chan-Halbrendt, Catherine, Di Fang, and Fang Yang
Subjects: CONJOINT analysis, RETAIL stores, ENVIRONMENTAL degradation, SHOPPING bags
Abstract: Tianjin, China's fifth largest city, suffers from severe environmental problems due to a high prevalence of plastic bag usage. This problem occurs in China's other major cities as well. On June 1, 2008, a law requiring large retail stores in China to charge for bags was enacted in an attempt to curtail plastic bag consumption. As a result, many plastic bag manufacturing plants were closed. However, because of the wide-spread usage of plastic bags, they are still being manufactured and consumed. It is possible that the current plastic bag cost of 0.3 CNY is too low to change customers' consumptive behavior. The purpose of this study is to explore people's attitudes regarding the substitution of plastic bags with bags made from alternative materials, and their willingness to pay for such substitutes. This study used a conjoint choice experiment to measure Tianjin residents' preferences for degradable and non-plastic materials bags. The results show that most people do not like non-degradable plastic bags and would use bags made of other materials if they were sold at a reasonable price. Based on the latent class and socio-demographic segmentation results, there are preference distinctions among age groups. Also, there are niche markets for paper, cloth, and degradable plastic bags where costs are of a lesser concern in consumer decisions. Manufacturers can use this information to more efficiently manufacture appropriate bags for different markets. This will help maximize revenue while continuing to meet demands. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Published: 2009

3. Incorporating a delay mechanism in ordering policies into multi-echelon distribution systems.

Author: Moinzadeh, Kamran and Zhou, Yong-Pin
Subjects: *DEALERS (Retail trade), *RETAIL industry, *RETAIL stores, *PAPER, *INVENTORIES, *PRODUCT management, *DISTRIBUTORS (Commerce), *COMMERCE, *COMMERCIAL buildings
Abstract: In this paper, we devise a framework for obtaining the optimal ordering policy in a single location, continuous-review inventory system with arbitrary inter-demand times. We show that it is optimal to order at demand arrival epochs only if the inter-demand time has a constant or decreasing failure rate. When the inter-demand time has an increasing failure rate, we show that the optimal policy is to delay the order. We then extend this policy to multi-echelon distribution systems consisting of one supplier and many retailers. Both decentralized and centralized systems are considered. We derive expressions and procedures for the evaluation of the total cost and the computation of optimal delay in all the considered settings. More importantly, we study the impact of our delay policy in all the settings. The numerical results indicate that for the single-location model, the optimal delay can significantly reduce the total cost. Results from the single-location model can be applied to the decentralized multi-echelon system, where the upstream supplier acts as a single-location system. The supplier order delay can also have a significant impact (either positive or negative) on the retailers' total cost as well as the system's total costs. Finally, the impact of supplier order delay is minimal in the centralized multi-echelon setting. We offer an intuitive explanation for this observation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Published: 2008
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4. Scratch Paper.

Author: Schwartz, G. David
Subjects: PAPER, WRITING materials & instruments, THOUGHT & thinking, RETAIL stores, BOBBY pins
Abstract: An essay is presented on the use of scratch paper. The author relates his confusion over the use of Bobby Pins and the romantic relationship of his sister with a guy named James, Jim or Jimmy. He describes his attempt to scratch the scratch paper he saw at a junk store. He relates the use of scratch paper for writing down his thoughts.
Published: 2013

5. venetian class.

Author: Barden, Carol Isaak
Subjects: RETAIL stores, PAPER, TEXTILES, SHOES
Abstract: Provides information on several shops in Venice, Italy, according to an executive from New York City-based Donghia Furniture/Textiles. Offerings from a paper shop; Description of the fabrics at the Lorenzo Rubelli showroom; Shoes from shoemaker Rolando Segalin.
Published: 2001

6. ROLL CALL.

Author: Toth, Wendy
Subjects: PACKAGING, PAPER, RETAIL stores
Abstract: The article reports that suppliers and retailers in the U.S. are eliminating extended-roll paper products. According to the 2008 Household Paper Products report from Mintel, Chicago, major manufacturers have offered numerous innovations during the last two years,which includes extra-soft variants, sheets with more frequent perforations and, notably, more sheets per roll. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is working with suppliers to develop even more extended-roll products. INSETS: NATURALLY BETTER;PAPER TOWEL TAKEOVER.
Published: 2009

7. Mount Kisco entrepreneur expands her passion.

Author: McConnell, Scott
Subjects: RETAIL stores, PAPER
Abstract: Features the Westchester County, New York-based company Paper Passion, which designs, prints and sells high-end invitations for weddings and other paper products. Owner Mayma Raphael; Second store opened in Tarrytown; Uniqueness of the stores offerings within the locality; Raphael's accounts of business and stores openings.
Published: 2004

8. Office Romance.

Author: DERBYSHIRE, JOHN
Subjects: *STATIONERY, *PAPER, *OFFICE equipment & supplies, *RETAIL stores
Abstract: The article discusses the author's passion for stationery. He describes his journeys to a Staples office-supply store. Topics include the weight of the paper, the history of the creation of paper, and stores that stock logarithmic graph paper. Also discussed is buying paper from independent stores that are not as well organized as Staples.
Published: 2009

9. WILD SIDE.

Author: Uhl, Jennifer
Subjects: RETAIL stores, PAPIER-mache, RETAIL industry, SHOPPING, DACHSHUNDS, PAPER
Abstract: This article presents information about a shop that sells papier-mache animals. The brightly colored papier-mache animals at the shop Form + Function are a welcome addition to the shop's ultra-sleek furnishings. The creatures are more like folk art meets. They include vertically challenged dachshunds, bowtie-sporting snakes and wide-eyed 8-inch-tall Kiwi birds. The shop's owner Helmut Fortense found his fauna at an art fair in Germany. The creatures are priced from $35 to $300, and they won't make a mess on one's renewable-bamboo floor.
Published: 2005

10. DON'T FORGET THE CARD (Book).

Author: Sachs, Frey
Subjects: *SPECIALTY stores, *RETAIL stores, *GREETING cards, *GIFTS, *PAPER
Abstract: Provides information on the Eco Africa USA store which offers holiday gifts and greeting cards. Material used in the paper products of the store; Design of the products.
Published: 2003

11. SANTA CLAUS AT THE FRONT.

Author: Parker, Aunt
Subjects: GIFTS, MILITARY personnel, CHRISTMAS, RETAIL stores, WOOLEN goods, PAPER
Abstract: The article offers the author's insight on the selection of gifts for officers in the battlefront during the Christmas season. The author offers information on various shops and their offerings that were observed during a travel in London, England including a Service Smoker's Companion from Messrs. Baskerville's, the woolen articles from Messrs. Tyke and Taylor, and the paper supply from Messrs. Cartersons. The author adds that Messrs. Slimmer and Bang offers items at lowest prices.
Published: 1914