Talk:Big Lots

message: Was 3D also owned by Consolidated Stores Corp.? In Central IN, all of the old 3Ds are now Big Lots locations, and I think the name rings a bell. Does anybody know what year 3D disappeared? Lambertman 18:29, 2 March 2006 (UTC)
thread_title: 3D Stores

message: There is a common misconception that the Big Lots chain was once owned by the parent company of Revco Drug Stores.  The reason for the confusion is because Revco owned a New Jersey-based closeout retailer known as Odd Lot Trading Co.  Odd Lots (now Big Lots) and Odd Lot Trading Co. (formerly a subsidiary of Revco DS, Inc.) are two separate chains that operated using similar names, much like Standard Oil of Ohio, Standard Oil of California, Standard Oil of Indiana, etc.  In fact, the reason the Big Lots name came into being was to settle a dispute with Revco concerning the similarity in the names. Anybody questioning this should read the Big Lots history page. Garbage in, garbage out. http://www.biglots.com/corporate/news-center/history
This passage was removed as it is in ERROR:
In 1983, drug store chain Revco bought Consolidated Stores Corp. to prevent a hostile takeover of Revco.  NO THEY DID NOT.  However, Revco soon lost focus on its core drug store operations and earnings tumbled, forcing Revco to jettison Consolidated Stores Corp.  WRONG  — Preceding unsigned comment added by 75.179.184.71 (talk) 05:48, 1 October 2012 (UTC)
thread_title: Confusion Between Odd Lots (owned by Consolidated Stores) and Odd Lot Trading Co. (a Revco subsidiary)

message: Big Lots took over MacFrugal's stores on the west coast some time between 1997-2000. Some info on this might be good to add if it can be tracked down. Also, they have taken over a couple of other chains if I'm not mistaken. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 71.99.33.82 (talk) 20:40, 2 February 2007 (UTC)
thread_title:  MacFrugal's 

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thread_title: Fair use rationale for Image:Big Lots logo.png

message: There are articles available on Big Lots' move into more upscale locations.  I have a copy of the employee newsletter describing this process and the motivations behind it, but I cannot find an online copy to reference.  If anyone can find the latest "Get Real" newsletter, it has the information.  Basically, they are taking advantage of the property market and Linens n' Things going under as an opportunity to address their new format, with larger displays and wider aisles.  I will share more information if I come across it.  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.254.123.232 (talk) 08:02, 18 August 2010 (UTC)
thread_title:  Big Lots upscale 

message: As per Wiki rules, this article does not conform to the Neutral Point of View policy - "All encyclopedic content on Wikipedia must be written from a neutral point of view (NPOV), which means representing fairly, proportionately, and, as far as possible, without editorial bias..."
This article is written like an advertisement, relying on biased opinions, rather than publishing only fact.
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thread_title:  POV 

message: * The CEO/President was added to the infobox along with a reference.
* The COI editor is kindly reminded of the need to sign all posts using four tildes (which adds the requisite timestamp and link to user/talk pages). Thank you!
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Regards,  Spintendo  10:23, 30 January 2020 (UTC)
thread_title: Reply 30-JAN-2020

message: Hi there - Thank you for addressing my requested edit. I appreciate your help here. For some reason, the CEO edit to the infobox is not showing up on my end. Could you please advise, User:Spintendo? Thanks again! RubyLittleWing (talk) 17:05, 6 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title: Reply 6-FEB-2020

message: . 
 
2010s
BIG Rewards
In August 2009, Big Lots launched the Buzz Club Rewards program allowing members to earn discounts on future purchases. The program grew to 15.3 million members by the end of 2012. “Big Lots 2012 Annual Report” (https://www.biglots.com/images/marketing/corporate/investors/annual_reports/2012_BigLots_AR.pdf) (PDF) Big Lots, Inc. Retrieved January 20, 2020 <ref>https://www.cbsnews.com/media/7-ways-to-save-more-at-big-lots/ The program was replaced in 2017 with the new BIG Rewards program which expanded the benefits for members.  “Big Lots 2017 Annual Report” (https://www.biglots.com/images/marketing/corporate/investors/annual_reports/2017-annual-report.pdf) (PDF) Big Lots, Inc. Retrieved January 20, 2020
Present 
Today, Big Lots operates more than 1,400 stores in 47 states. They offer a breadth of brand-name items and products, including food, furniture, seasonal items, electronics and accessories, home décor, toys, and gifts.  “Big Lots 2018 Annual Report” (https://www.biglots.com/images/marketing/corporate/investors/annual_reports/2018-Annual-Report.pdf) (PDF) Big Lots, Inc. Retrieved January 20, 2020. 
RubyLittleWing (talk) 18:41, 18 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title: Big Lots History

message: Regards,  Spintendo  20:24, 18 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title: Reply 18-FEB-2020

message: In 2015, Big Lots added online shopping capabilities to biglots.com. “Big Lots 2014 Annual Report” (https://www.biglots.com/images/marketing/corporate/investors/annual_reports/2014_BigLots_AR.pdf) (PDF) Big Lots, Inc. Retrieved January 20, 2020 
In 2019, Big Lots expanded its ecommerce offering with Buy Online Pickup in Store, or BOPIS. https://risnews.com/big-lots-launches-bopis-bolster-its-growing-e-commerce-business https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/how-bopis-brought-big-lots-e-commerce-into-the-black/568786/ RubyLittleWing (talk) 21:12, 28 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title:  Ecommerce 

message: In 2017, Big Lots introduced its new store layout, which included the following updates: moving the furniture department to the front center of the store with seasonal and soft home on either side, as well as updating flooring, lighting, wall colors, and check-out counters. 
“Big Lots 2017 Annual Report” (https://www.biglots.com/images/marketing/corporate/investors/annual_reports/2017-annual-report.pdf) (PDF) Big Lots, Inc. Retrieved January 20, 2020
https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2017/09/21/first-look-a-walk-through-big-lots-store-of-the.html
 https://www.hometextilestoday.com/industry-news/big-lots-new-ceo-banks-store-future/  
RubyLittleWing (talk) 21:12, 28 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title:  Recent Developments 

message: In 2018, Big Lots acquired the exclusive use of trademark and trade name of Broyhill.
https://www.hometextilestoday.com/brands-amp-marketing/big-lots-broyhill-brand-rollout-starts-this-month-with-rugs-home-decor/ https://www.furnituretoday.com/business-news/broyhill-move-big-lots-acquires-rights-name-trademarks/https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2019/03/08/big-lots-reports-more-than-just-strong-sales-the.html RubyLittleWing (talk) 21:12, 28 February 2020 (UTC)
replies: text: These requests are either promotional in nature or represent normal business practices which are WP:NOTNEWS. Regards,  Spintendo  00:44, 29 February 2020 (UTC)
thread_title:  Broyhill 

message: I ordered stuff I really needed I thought you was a good store I can't afford to buy it now  it said it was on the way. do I need a lawyer to get my stuff or money back. 2606:A800:CF82:E300:68E2:AFCF:3511:B68E (talk) 12:56, 17 November 2023 (UTC)
thread_title:  Addie F Jackson