Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Introduction Wal-Mart: The Colossus Carrefour: The Pioneer Tesco: Chasing Hard The Contenders Issues in Going Global Information and Technology as Competitive Advantage Global Advantage Social Issues Strategic Options for Local Retailers Strategic Options for International Retailers The Future: Where, How, Who
Synopsis
Leading international food retailers have in recent years expanded beyond national boundaries and started to operate on a global scale. This book describes the current state of play, looking in detail at the main competitors worldwide and analyzing the factors underlying their successes and failures. The authors are leading commentators on this industry and identify the essential characteristics of a global strategy in food retailing and include many compelling examples.