Understanding Big Box Stores

The video tutorial explains the concept of retailing, focusing on big box stores. These are large retail outlets offering a wide range of products, operating on a low margin, high volume strategy. Unlike boutiques, which sell fewer products at higher margins, big box stores are expansive and plain in design, typically over 50,000 square feet. Examples include Walmart and Home Depot.

What is a big box store and how does it differ from a boutique?

Describe the typical characteristics of a big box store.

What strategy do big box stores typically operate on?

How large are big box stores typically in terms of square footage?

What are some examples of big box stores mentioned in the text?