Hello, Wal-Mart?
Executive Summary With the emergence of new Wal-Mart locations opening, many concerns have been brought to the attention of Wal-Mart executives. We have reviewed the many concerns of the town in which the new Wal-Mart is being proposed to being built. We also reviewed the concerns and benefits that the new Wal-Mart will have on small businesses and the local community. The concerns of the residents are something that needs to be taken seriously and we must address these concerns thoroughly. Also, we must address the concerns of the small businesses located in the area that the new Wal-Mart is being built. Once all the concerns have been addressed that the residents and small businesses have, we then provide a response to each group. We will show the many benefits that the new Wal-Mart will bring forth.
Summary
Founded by Sam Walton in 1962 and incorporated on October 31, 1962 Wal-Mart is one of the largest retail corporations in the world, with about 8,500 stores in 15 different countries. Wal-Mart also operates under different names such as Walmex in Mexico, ASDA in The United Kingdom, Seiyu in Japan and Best Price in India. It also has Warehouses here in the U.S. known as Sam’s Club and Mas Club.
Wal-Mart is always looking to expand to small towns and undeveloped countries, therefore Wal-Mart representatives are seeking approval from the planning commission of a small town to build a new store. The Representatives have to be able to overcome negative criticism from owners of small businesses located nearby and town residents, or residents of towns nearby. Arguments brought forth by the residents of the town, and residents of nearby towns are: * Employment opportunities with benefits. * Job Growth in the community * Crime Increase * Traffic Congestion * Anti-Union Sentiment.
Some arguments brought forth from the owners of small businesses are: * Destruction of all surrounding