Which retail analytics technique revolutionized Walmart's supply chain during Hurricane Sandy in 2012, allowing them to stock stores with unexpected high-demand items?

The intersection of geography and data analytics has transformed how products are positioned in different markets worldwide. Retailers now leverage geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial data to make crucial business decisions about store placement, inventory management, and targeted marketing campaigns. Test your knowledge about how leading companies use geographic data analytics to gain competitive advantages in global markets.

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Predictive Weather-Based Merchandising - analyzing weather patterns and correlating them with past purchase data to anticipate demand
Geographic Population Density Mapping - stocking based solely on the number of residents in specific zip codes
Social Media Sentiment Analysis - using Twitter and Facebook posts to determine which products to stock
Store Proximity Algorithms - automatically transferring inventory from stores furthest from the hurricane path to those in affected areas