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Planning spring 2013
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “I wrapped up a surprisingly strong spring season. What should I expect for spring 2013?”
Read MoreHow much open-to-buy should I place for spring?
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt takes a question from a retailer concerned about the economy’s effect on retail.
Read MoreMaking June markdowns
Merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt takes a question from a reader who asks, “What level of markdowns should I be taking to get customers shopping again?”
Read MoreRevising summer sales plans
Steve Pruitt takes a question from a retailer who asks, “Should I revise my plans downward, assuming that consumer confidence is flagging?”
Read MoreCompeting with single brand stores
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “How can I compete with single brand stores?”
Read MoreMaking your location work
A reader asks merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “I’m stuck in my mall lease for another year; should I plan a move or is there a way to make this location work?”
Read MoreWhen is it time for strategic planning?
Steve Pruitt takes a question from a reader who asks, “Is it just as important to have strategic planning in place when margins are high, and sell-through is consistent?”
Read MoreHow to target premium shoppers online
A reader asks, “We just launched a new e-commerce store. Do you have any advice on how to target premium shoppers online?” See what merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt says.
Read MoreWhen will I see 2007 sales figures again?
A reader asks our merchandise planning expert Steve Pruitt, “How long it will take to get back to the sales peak we saw in 2007?”
Read MoreWhat do you do with winter outerwear overstock?
A reader asks our merchandise planning expert, Steve Pruitt, “Winter weather didn’t really come to my area, and now I am left with more winter goods than usual. What should I do to get rid of them?”
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