.... This study aims to conceptualize a competitive yet parsimonious framework for business models used by fashion e-commerce POD platforms through empirical observation. Design/methodology/approach Data from 21 fashion e-commerce POD platforms are analyzed, applying qualitative content analysis...

... to expand existing knowledge by using a business model (BM) perspective. The study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection involved a questionnaire answered by 13 firms from three retail segments (i.e. fashion, consumer electronics and bookstores and media) and a group discussion with senior...

...Humberto A. Brea-Solís; Emili Grifell-Tatjé An understanding of Kmart’s business model performance means not only analyzing raw data but also the actual policies implemented. We elaborated a brief description of Kmart’s business model based on annual reports, other publicly available corporate...

...‐, or market‐oriented companies, there are also flow‐oriented companies, in which the business models are based on superior logistics performance. The purpose of this study is to explore the characteristics of logistics‐based competition, i.e. how a logistics‐based business model is designed. Design...