Bed Bath & Beyond's alienation of vendors played key role

One of Bed Bath & Beyond's worst mistakes in attempting a turnaround was disenfranchising its vendors, says James Gellert, the CEO of retail credit rating agency RapidRatings.

Why it matters: If there's a buyer out there who takes on the risk of reviving the home goods category killer, its first order of business should be shoring up relationships with national brands and suppliers.