Which innovative location strategy did Starbucks use to expand across international markets that contradicted traditional retail wisdom?

Retail location strategy is a critical aspect of geographic market penetration. Major brands invest millions in location analytics to determine the optimal placement of their stores. This poll tests your knowledge of how one major retailer used geographic data science to drive their expansion strategy. The answer reveals an interesting insight into how retail location decisions impact brand success across different international markets.

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Cluster saturation - deliberately opening stores close together to dominate neighborhoods and reduce competition
Rural-first approach - targeting small towns before expanding to metropolitan areas
Transportation-only locations - exclusively placing stores in airports, train stations and highway rest stops
Government partnership model - collaborating with local governments to place stores in civic buildings