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QR Code Explosion- Entice, Entertain, Sell
Qr codes are nothing new, but the variety to which they are used continues to grow. Learn how retailers are utilizing this free tool to market their products and services.
Think Local- Add to the Bottom Line: The Benefits of Hiring a Local Architect
A local architectural firm will have knowledge of economical materials- sourcing and labor rates. The architect is more likely to be able to reduce project costs by taking your design standards and suggesting labor sources and “equal” substitute finished materials from the local building market. Davis Wince, Ltd.’s knowledge of local building climate and finish materials helps us provide accurate project costs estimates through our extensive regional project experience. We can accurately forecast and control your budget because of our extensive financial knowledge of the local building industry and potential pitfalls.
Dramatic Wine Walls
Wine walls create dramatic features in many popular Denver restaurants. Designed to increase sales, the wine walls are both elegant and functional. What’s behind the rise of this appealing trend?
Colorado area serves as case study for U.S. Retail Overview
Davis Wince, Ltd. associate, Sonja Mirsky shares her insights from the Third Annual Retail Owners & Managers Conference and Expo where industry leaders gathered to discuss the vision and trends of the retail market. Read more to find out the realities of retail in 2011 and the transformation of the retail space.
7 User-recommended Architecture & Engineering Tablet Apps
An impressive array of tablets have fueled new levels of on-the-go productivity for architects, engineers, project managers, and project owners. But how are professionals really using tablets in the field? These 7 user-recommended apps are a great place to start…
The More Things Change:
Today, it can appear that the Internet, smart phones, and tablets are replacing the physical store as the preferred shopping medium. But 93% of US retail sales are still transacted in retail stores. While consumer technology has changed, the consumer decision-making process has not. Retailers must provide integrated marketing channels in-store to capture consumer dollars…
Show Me the Green!
An increasing majority of students are beginning to choose colleges and universities based on the institutions’ commitment to sustainability. A survey of 8,200 students by The Princeton Review shows 69% of 2011 college applicants say a college’s commitment to environmental issues would contribute to their decision. This is up from 64% from a 2008 survey…
What Opportunity Does the Medical Mall Healthcare Model Present?
Today, there are over 50 medical malls located throughout the United States. They vary in execution, but the retail shopping center formula of providing a convenient group of products and services in one location has translated well to the healthcare industry…
The Evolution of On-Campus Retail
On-campus college retail is changing. Academic institutions and retailers need to serve the Gen Y college student in new ways. Smaller stores, national brands, and alternative delivery channels are just a few of the ways we see these needs being met…
Maximizing the Patient Care Experience
In his book, “If Disney Ran your Hospital”, Fred Lee explains that the patient care experience as a whole is critical to oustanding outcomes. Davis Wince believes that a significant opportunity exists for hospitals and healthcare facilities to support patients and thier loved ones through retail. The “Gift Shop” is evolving…
