Which of the following can a centralized retailer carry out in order to combat the disadvantages associated with centralization?
A) They could allocate some of the decisions back to the stores.
B) They could hold more local meetings.
C) They could operate a one-way connection via satellite from buyers to stores.
D) They could offer better customer service creating customer loyalty.
E) They could rely more on their information systems to react to local market conditions.

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Centralized retailers are relying more on their information systems to react to local market conditions.For example,many retailers are now using merchandise and pricing optimization techniques.With specialized software packages,buyers can determine optimal pricing,markdowns,and size and quantity allocations on a store-by-store or region-by-region basis.

Which of the Following Can a Centralized Retailer Carry Out