Purpose: This paper focuses on the PC industry, analyzing a PC supply chain system composed of one large retailer and two manufacturers. The retailer informs the suppliers of the total order quantity, namely Q, based on demand forecast ahead of the selling season. The suppliers manufacture...

This paper studies a duopolistic market consisting of a conventional offline retailer and an online retailer, each of whom offers a competing benefit (attribute): Specifically, the conventional retailer is superior in terms of social aspects of the shopping experience, such as helpfulness of...

The high competition in retail sectors around the world has a decisive impact on the selection of the right retail price strategies for developing a strong retail price image. Therefore, this study examines the effect of price-related and non-price factors on developing a favourable retailer's...

This paper studies a duopolistic market consisting of a conventional offline retailer and an online retailer, each of whom offers a competing benefit (attribute): Specifically, the conventional retailer is superior in terms of social aspects of the shopping experience, such as helpfulness of...

Retailers should prioritise technological innovations, adapt their business models, manage their distribution channels effectively, and strengthen their customer-centric strategies. Additionally, it is crucial to note that while smart retail is gaining prominence in the sector, challenges such...

The aim of this paper was to assess the effect of Kenya's domestic trade regulations on the growth of wholesale and retail firms in Kenya. To achieve the study objective, the existing domestic trade regulatory framework was reviewed, and policy gaps were identified. Further, a cross-sectional...

A modern effective business model involves the use of an appropriate pricing strategy. However, what matters is not only short-term profitability but also the long-term loyalty of clients. The main purpose of this paper is to present a specific transactional pricing strategy for a second-hand...