The Gruen Effect: Dead Malls on a Xmas Eve Special

Dive into the Gruen Effect this Christmas Eve with Ronald and Mike as they wrap up 2020 with a festive bang! Explore the maze of consumer behavior with insights from Victor Gruen and Ray Oldenburg, and unravel the mystery of Dead Malls. It’s a jolly journey through Wiki Rabbit Holes, Amazon’s massive workforce, and the quirks of Benford’s Law in election time—all in our X-mas Special finale!

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Quick Cart: Amazon Go’s swift answer to Parkinson’s Law

Amazon Go defies Parkinson’s Law in a shopping revolution—time is of the essence, and convenience is king. In this episode, we delve into the world of Amazon’s innovative retail solution that turns the tables on traditional shopping experiences. As Parkinson’s Law states, ‘work expands to fill the time available for its completion,’ but Amazon Go challenges this notion by minimizing the time spent in stores. We explore how this cutting-edge technology maximizes efficiency, allowing shoppers to bypass checkout lines and how it could redefine our understanding of time management. Tune in to discover if Amazon Go is the future of retail and what it means for the productivity paradox.

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