to online operations and away from the traditional mall locations. (Isidore, 2015) This past winter Macy’s sales were down 5.2% with the quarter being its third declining sales quarter. Other problems are said to be a shift away from spending on apparel and housing goods, a drop in international tourism, increasing competition, and a lethargic economy. Can a once department store powerhouse recover, and keep up with the ever-changing technological age or will they become the shadows of online retailers
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clothing chain. Lai founded Giordano in Hong kong in 1981. Giordano’s success is measured by the company’s relentless focus on its five corporate business values of quality, knowledge, innovation, simplicity and service. The company has its own apparel manufacturing division where many of its own clothing styles are produced. Giordano is also renowned for its basic and practical men’s, women’s and children’s T-shirts and trousers, especially denims. In comparison, Giordano is very similar to the
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By 2001, the company had restructured its value chain activities, outsourcing 90% of its production and, in order to decrease costs, introducing a platform strat- had embraced the Internet, deciding in Ianuary 2000 to sell its new motorcycle, apparel and accessories exclusively online. Though this had been a risky deci- sion, it had been tremendously successful. Federico Minoli, President and CEO of Ducati.com, and Chair of the Board of Ducati Motor Holding, announced with pleasure that:
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the companies bakery group; but Sara Lee Corporation was so much more. The Sara Lee Bakery Group was a division of a larger Sara Lee Corporation which had product lines including such categories as packaged meats, coffee, tea, underwear, intimate apparel, body care, air care, shoe care and air fresheners. In 2006, the slogan was changed to “the joy of eating” to go along with a major transformation of the company into a smaller number of core businesses which focused more tightly on food, beverage
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under the Nike name; this is according to Nike, Inc. May 2011 Security and Exchange Commission filing (Security and Exchange Commission, 2011). Nike’s principle business is design, development, and worldwide marketing and selling of sports footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. Nike currently operates 363 direct to customer retail outlet, 18 sales offices, four independent sales representatives to sell specialty products for golf, and five independent representatives to sell skateboards
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of equity value implied stock price was based on future growth expectations (higher than an estimated 69% for WMT) - global apparel chain; buyer driven global chain - branded marketers and manufacturers served as brokers in linking overseas factories with markets - production; very fragmented (individual apparel firms on avg employed a few dozen ppl) - about 30% of apparel production was exported (developing countries had very large share, nearly 50% of all exports)...cheaper labor + inputs -
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Switzerland. What we do & How fashionandyou.com gives its members access to the best of international, hi-fashion, lifestyle brands & designer labels at up to 80% off retail. With multiple options for women, men and kids, the offerings include apparel, footwear, accessories, fragrances, watches, cosmetics, home décor & lifestyle products. We bring our members over 15 new sales every day, offering merchandise from 500+ brands through limited-time events. Each sale starts at 9:00 AM sharp and lasts
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1. Discuss the challenges regarding corporate social responsibility that companies in the apparel industry face in their supply chains around the world: The apparel industry faces many challenges in regards to corporate social responsibility in their supply chains around the world. Today factories in Asia and Africa are suffering from abusive treatment and unsafe working conditions. Statistics suggest that between 25% and 50% of factories treat their workers as nothing more than means of generating
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BUS 480 National University May 16, 2014 Volcom Inc is a clothing manufacturer, entrenched in action sports such as skateboarding, surfing, and snowboarding. There distinctive diamond-shaped “Volcom Stone” logo is well known in the apparel footwear and accessories industry. Their brand is symbolized by a diamond shaped stone. Richard R. Woolcott, 43, founded Volcom in 1991 after borrowing $5,000 from his father to start the company, while he surfed and snowboarded on the side. As a primary player
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Under Armour: New Kid on the Block Marketing Newcomer Under Armour, founded in 1996 has made its mark on the world of sports apparel and accessories. They have achieved what could be called “overnight success” when comparing them with the longevity and profits, that until recently, their competitors Nike and Adidas maintained within the industry. “Under Amour’s $3 billion in annual global sales pales in comparison with Nike's $28 billion, but Under Armour is increasingly growing its share
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