In addition, authors are invited to demarcate clearly the new research and managerial issues that emerge from their analysis. Finally, authors are encouraged to detail their perspectives on the linkages that marketing researchers need to build with theory in adjacent disciplines to tackle specific problems. Papers for the special issue will be double-blind reviewed. The initial submission should not be more than 30 pages in length, including figures, tables, and references. The submission deadline is October 1, 2000.
Early submission is encouraged.
Paper and other keynote presentations will highlight the second day of the seminar program. Special sessions on retailing outside North America will be organized by outstanding retailing experts. Submissions are sought that relate to competitive positioning, industry consolidation, information systems, negotiation strategies, third-party collaboration, category management and profitability analysis. Topics of special interest include non-store retailing, pricing strategies, electronic commerce and global retailing strategies and prospects. They should be less than 20 pages long and follow the Journal of Business Research style.