Retailer Web Services Digital Advisor Fall 2017 | Page 10

RETAILER Q&A COMPETING AGAINST AMAZON Retailer Web Services (RWS) asked outside experts in the field, including independent retailers, buying group professionals and merchandisers, to weigh in with their opinions. Q. Do you think Amazon will become a major player in your retail industry within the next five years? 8.33% 58.33% 33.33% 1 WITHOUT A DOUBT • MOST LIKELY • MAYBE NOT A CHANCE = 0.00% 10