For many project managers, the next move in their careers is the step up to program manager. Yet many practitioners lack a true understanding of the role and the skills required to make the transition.
Founded in 1946, Loweâs has grown from a small hardware store to the 2nd largest home improvement retailer. worldwide, the 8th largest retailer in the U.S. and 19th largest in the world. The Loweâs story began in North Carolina when H. Carl Buchan, part owner of the North Wilkesboro Hardware Company, envisioned creating a chain of hardware stores. At the time, Loweâs was a typical, small-town hardware store selling. everything from overalls to wash tubs, work boots and even horse collars.
Anticipating DIY needs while still accommodating contractors, Loweâs began to enlarge its stores and expanded its. merchandise offerings. The modern Loweâs began in 1994, when its new store expansion consisted only of stores. greater than 85,000 square feet of selling space. Expansion continues in North America as Lowe's plans to open 10. stores in 2012, with 103,000-square-foot stores in large markets and 94,000-square-foot stores in small to mid-size.