Service Category: Gift Shops and Museum Retail Merchandise

Self-Operation vs Contract Operation Analysis

Considering a move from self-operation to contract operation or vice versa? JGL can provide guidance to support the decision. Many aquariums, zoos, and museums contemplate a change in their retail operations but are unclear of the institutional impact. JGL’s self-operation versus contract operation study analyzes an existing operation and details the specific changes that would […]

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Retail Request for Proposal

JGL will manage the RFP process for a contract operator for an aquarium, museum, or zoo store. There are many reasons that cultural institutions decide to send out a request for proposal. Is your contract nearing expiration? Have you been with the same retail store provider for more than five years? Have you found that […]

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Retail Feasibility Study

JGL will develop size, location, fixture, cash wrap, merchandise mix and other recommendations for new or expanding aquarium, zoo, and museum stores. JGL’s retail feasibility study is a must for any aquarium, zoo or museum that is expanding or building a new facility. Our feasibility study process addresses planning elements such as location(s), square footage, […]

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Retail Store Assessment

JGL will assess your aquarium, zoo, or museum store from an experimental and key metrics perspective. The deliverable is a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations. JGL’s 360-degree retail store assessment evaluates store performance on several levels. We examine the product selection in relation to the institutional mission or collection and suggest unique products to add […]

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