How To Save Kmart

Over the weekend, I saw a $500 blender a Target.  It made me pause and wonder if the chain was leaving working people behind.  Target has gone designer in every category.  Walmart is struggling to keep up.  They want value-oriented upper middle class customers, too.  I hope that leaves a space in the market for Kmart.

Kmart in Cobb County, Georgia

When I was growing up, Kmart was the place cheap parents shopped.  Now, that I'm older, I need to be cheap, too.  But, to succeed Kmart has to improve and differentiate itself from Wal-Mart and Target.

 Kmart has some valuable tools in their toolbox.  For example, they can sell respected Sears tool and appliance brands.  They also have affordable big and tall clothing for men.

But, success is a long road.  In my opinion, Kmart has to do a better job ensuring that sale prices are reflected by floor scanners and registers.  They also need to be faster at processing returns at customer service.  Finally, they need to attract more customers through advertising and great sales.

The Little Stereo from Kmart

I like Kmart because it helps keep Target and Walmart honest.  Plus, we have a nice Kmart tucked away in suburban Atlanta.  On a recent shopping trip to Kmart, I found a great little stereo system for our apartment.  It only cost $45.  It's not super loud, but it does connect to all my devices.  It's a great little stereo for a small space.  Here is my review:

Compact Stereo Review:  GPX Home Music System with CD Player

GPX Home Music System with CD Player

Fading Away: The Kodak Camera

Now that Kodak is in bankruptcy and has announced that they are no longer going to make cameras, the Kodak cameras that remain on the shelves in big box stores are declining in price.  I spotted this forlorn looking Kodak Z5010 digital camera in Kmart with a price that has declined to $120.

Kodak Z5010 Digital Camera