You have traditional and alternative channel competitors to worry about. Planning and executing at the national or regional level is no longer adequate. Income and education levels, ethnic make-up and store location are all critical factors that drive purchasing habits. Strategies that work in one location may not work in another. Competitive markets are evolving to a more sophisticated and complex level. Pressure is intense, sales have to remain high and there is a need to increase sales and achieve greater results.
The key to success now lies in the ability to plan ahead of consumer's needs. Effective planograms, price policies, assortment or promotional activities can assist you in this important planning work.
To win you need answers:
Did my shopper find the product he or she was looking for in my store?
Did he or she go to another store to find it?
How does my shopper make their purchasing decisions?
Who are my most loyal shoppers?