As e$-$commerce continues to develop, many retailers are likely to maintain some type of "brick$-$and$-$mortar" store or physical location primarily because

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having a positive brand image depends on having a flagship store in a premier location.

the Internet of Things $($loT$)$ relies on smart devices that need in$-$person demonstrations.

e$-$commerce will be limited by the number of consumers who own smartphones.

consumers expect integrated shopping experiences that include face$-$to$-$face options.