Universal Product Code: what it means to hardware-home center distribution
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The Universal Product Code can be used by the retail trade as a major form of inventory control and as a labor-saving device. Product coding has its disadvantages, too; the computer system needed can be costly, and many manufacturers would need to modify their packaging to comply with standards.
Publication Name: Hardware Retailing
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0164-7695
Year: 1984
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Christmas sales: 'merry' marketing maneuvers
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It is important to create a holiday atmosphere to draw in shoppers. Christmas music and decorations add to the merchandising. Special promotions such as giving away holiday hams or presenting limited time sales will help. Make gift suggestions available.
Publication Name: Hardware Retailing
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0164-7695
Year: 1983
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