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Pioneering the Distribution Industry in Korea: Dynamic Capability at Lotte Shopping

The Journal of Distribution Science / The Journal of Distribution Science, (P)1738-3110; (E)2093-7717
2018, v.16 no.10, pp.5-21
https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.15722/jds.16.10.201810.5
Won, Eugene J.S.
Won,, E. J. (2018). Pioneering the Distribution Industry in Korea: Dynamic Capability at Lotte Shopping. The Journal of Distribution Science, 16(10), 5-21, https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.15722/jds.16.10.201810.5

Abstract

Purpose - This case study reviews the development history of Lotte Shopping, which has played a key role in modernizing Korea's retail industry. Research design, data, and methodology - Lotte Shopping's expansion to various channel types has been reviewed from the perspective of the resource-based view of strategy. The opening of Lotte Department Store in 1979 signaled the beginning of the modernized distribution system in Korea. Lotte Shopping expanded its business domains to various types of retail channels, such as discount stores, online shopping malls, TV home shopping, convenience stores, supermarkets, home appliances specialty stores and health & beauty stores. Results - Lotte Shopping has been able to maintain high level of customer satisfaction with leading merchandising skills. It has developed mutually beneficial relationship with the partner firms. It has also been a leading firm in implementing corporate social responsibility activities and environment-friendly management. Lotte Shopping has applied advanced information and communication technology to provide customized goods/services. Conclusions - This study summarizes the business environment and new challenges Lotte Shopping faces currently. Lotte Shopping is trying to reinforce the omni-channel strategy, which can create synergy among various distribution channels based on its core competences.

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Lotte Shopping, Lotte Department Store, Lotte Mart, 7-Eleven, Lotte Super, Omni-Channel Strategy

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