Carol Spieckerman’s Retail Insights
TJ Maxx and Marshalls Beta Test Body Cams to Take a Bite Out of Retail Crime
Carol Spieckerman speaks with the Boston Globe on why TJX introducing body cams to thwart retail theft makes sense as a visible deterrent.
Ben & Jerry’s could be scooped up by a new owner. Will its progressive activism hold it back?
Carol Spieckerman speaks with the Boston Globe on why Ben & Jerry’s latest flavor may be “Hot Potato” as parent Unilever spins off its ice cream division.
A digital camcorder for $25.54? Boston-based Temu offers deals that seem too good to be true
Carol Spieckerman speaks with the Boston Globe about Temu’s meteoric rise and how it is lowering the floor for US consumers
No-Spend Trend Gains Traction
Carol Spieckerman speaks with the Boston Globe on why the no-spend trend is at odds with old-school inventory planning.
Why TJX Is Having a Moment
Carol Spieckerman speaks with the Boston Globe on TJX’ secret sauce and why competitors just can’t replicate it.