Which major retailer pioneered the controversial 'rural saturation' strategy by opening stores in small towns (<20,000 population) that competitors deemed unprofitable?

Global retail giants carefully select new market locations based on sophisticated geographical data analysis. Beyond population density and income levels, they consider cultural factors, local competition, and future development plans. This poll tests your knowledge about a famous retailer's strategic location choice that broke conventional expansion wisdom and created a new retail paradigm.

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Walmart - using their 'spoke-and-hub' distribution model to make rural locations viable despite lower foot traffic
Target - focusing on 'aspirational rural' communities with higher-than-average education levels
IKEA - creating destination shopping experiences worth long-distance travel from surrounding small towns
Dollar General - using micro-format stores with inventory tailored specifically to local rural demographics