In a time where technology is king, many technology stores are booming. My local computer store (MicroCenter) checkout line is usually a 10-15 minute wait... with 6 cashiers.
And Radio Shack can't make it? It very simply because they don't get technology. In a way, they are trying to compete with the BIG consumer stores like Best Buy... I just don't see it happening.
I think they should rip out the stores, replace them with a maker space and charge people to come in and work on electronics and other hobbies, all while selling parts at a premium. If stores that help you cook your dinner can succeed, then I think this idea would work. Hire a few young tech geeks to man the store, and stock it with some fun electronics, and you may have a very good winning combination. Only concern is that the stores may eventually be too small... I say cross that when it happens.
Slashdot Mirror
In a time where technology is king, many technology stores are booming. My local computer store (MicroCenter) checkout line is usually a 10-15 minute wait... with 6 cashiers. And Radio Shack can't make it? It very simply because they don't get technology. In a way, they are trying to compete with the BIG consumer stores like Best Buy... I just don't see it happening. I think they should rip out the stores, replace them with a maker space and charge people to come in and work on electronics and other hobbies, all while selling parts at a premium. If stores that help you cook your dinner can succeed, then I think this idea would work. Hire a few young tech geeks to man the store, and stock it with some fun electronics, and you may have a very good winning combination. Only concern is that the stores may eventually be too small... I say cross that when it happens.