Talk:Primark
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[edit] BHS Ireland purchase
AKAIK, BHS never re-entered the Irish market after they sold their stores to Primark - they are certainly not here now. The O'Connell Street Penneys is one of the ex-BHS sites, incidently. --83.70.59.159 17:20, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
- Jervis Street. They were an anchor tenant there when it opened, although I actually think thats closed down again by now - I can't remember seeing it last time I was there. --Kiand 19:36, 17 December 2005 (UTC)
[edit] Merge Penneys into this article
As suggested at Penneys by someone else - I'd support, Penneys and Primark are one and the same, even the logo is the same, only the logotype is different. They offer the same proposition and services. Penneys actually predates Primark, however since Primark is their corporate name (the Penneys stores have "Penneys - Operated by Primark" on their packaging) I would suggest leaving it at this location with a redirect at Penneys.
--Rdd 16:05, 2 September 2005 (UTC)
[edit] How it works
I'm not sure the information contained there has any place in an encylopedia, but I've moved it here in case somebody wants to put it back in.
--Rdd 16:05, 2 September 2005 (UTC)
How it works: Each section (or department) runs the operational side of the business. The (tactical) floor manager selects the stock that should be ordered and placed on the shop floor. The manager (strategic) controls the local shop, unlike other companies franchise system. The manager remain in control of the store and can function independently from other local chains.
Departments and codes: 1=Accessories. 2=Socks and Tights. 3=NOT USED. 4=Womens Apparel. 5=Childrens Ware. 6=Mens Ware. 7=Shoes. 8=Womens Ware. 9=Special deals / Reduced Clothing.
Pay: Standard wage for Sales Assistants. £3.90 per hour (under 18) £5.10 (£5.55 with London weighting) per hour (over 18) No paid breaks or lunches Overtime is standard rate Biometric hand system installed
[edit] Advertising
I have cut the paragraph -
- This reputation has come about despite the company spending very little on advertising, which has consisted of little more than press releases to local newspapers as new stores have opened. A major exception to this is their Christmas advertising campaign, which has run on radio each Christmas (and occasionally on Irish television). In contrast to their main competitors, Matalan and George at ASDA, Primark have never advertised on television in the UK, and there is evidence that most of Primark's customers first heard about the store through word of mouth.
I REALLY don't think that its sourcable. Can't imagine any company not marketing itself in one way or another - If its important please discuss Mike33 13:38, 11 July 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Tidy up
I have had a go at tidying it up, but there is still loads to do. Comments on my alterations would help me as I am fairly new to this--Screen42 23:09, 24 August 2006 (UTC)
[edit] Removed vandalism
I removed a comment left by someone: "Its totally fabulous for lil cheapie bargains and you can customize them and if you go wrong it doesnt really matter beacause they are so cheap!"
