• Discuss thebreadthanddepthof the assortment in that merchandise classification and category.
• Estimate the number of SKUs available in the merchandise category
• Now play retail consultant... should the assortment in this merchandise classification and category be larger, smaller or stay the same? Support your answer with terms from the course!
• Compare the amount of PRIVATE LABEL BRAND merchandise to NATIONAL BRAND merchandise in this assortment. Why do you think your retailer has this ratio of private to national brands?
• This one might take a little research, but - in your own words - describe one way that your retailer is dealing with legal, ethical or socially responsible behavior in regards to merchandise buying