Topic: FAO Inc.

FAO Schwarz

A tour of the FAO Schwarz flagship store in NYC should be mandatory for everyone who wants to understand the relevance of really good retail. When last we left FAO, we left it for dead.  Every single one of its stores was closed, ...READ»

In Today's Papers

From the reading pile: Al Shugart, 76; Was Silicon Valley Pioneer An early innovator in hard drives died recently The F-Word Finally Falls from Favor (Registration may be required) A kindler, gentler comedy? A Pentagon Agency Is ...READ»

Fast Talk: Brand Revivers

The only thing harder than developing a hot brand is turning around a once-popular one. We spoke to five brand stewards going through the process of breathing life into iconic names to see how they're doing it.READ»

You've Got 12 Days Til Xmas

Plus three deals to close and next year's budgets to prepare. So where on Earth are you going to find the time to do your holiday shopping? On the Web, of course.READ»

Calendar: November’s Business and Cultural Events

November brings elections, the Macy’s parade, and APEC-summit costumes.READ»

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Professor Ulrich's Excellent Adventure

A few smart people. A really good idea. The level-the-playing-field impact of the Internet. Who needs money-hungry VCs? The story of Wharton professor Karl Ulrich and his hot-selling scooter reminds us why we first fell in love with the Web.READ»