Which retail giant pioneered the use of 'spatial clustering analytics' to identify optimal store locations, deliberately placing new stores near existing ones to capture market share?

The global retail landscape has been shaped by companies that strategically leveraged geographical advantages to build their empires. From distribution networks that span continents to location-based marketing strategies, geography plays a crucial role in retail success. This trivia question explores how one major retail giant used geographical insights to revolutionize its expansion strategy. Test your knowledge about the intersection of retail strategy and geographical analytics!

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Starbucks, with its controversial 'cannibalization' strategy of placing stores in close proximity to saturate urban markets
Walmart, with its 'rural dominance' strategy of building supercenters in underserved small towns across America
IKEA, with its 'destination retail' strategy of massive stores in suburban areas with strong highway access
Amazon, with its 'delivery zone optimization' strategy of fulfillment centers positioned near major transportation hubs