Which geographic market research technique did Starbucks famously use to optimize their global store expansion strategy, resulting in their successful 'clustering' approach?

In today's retail landscape, geographic data intelligence plays a crucial role in strategic decision-making. From site selection to regional marketing campaigns, understanding spatial relationships between consumers and retail locations can make or break business success. This poll tests your knowledge about how geographic market research techniques are being leveraged by leading brands to gain competitive advantages in specific territories.

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Gravity modeling to predict customer flow based on surrounding population densities and competitor locations
Simple radius analysis that places stores at equal distances throughout urban areas
Random forest algorithms that exclusively analyze foot traffic patterns without considering demographics
Pure demographic analysis without spatial components, focusing only on income levels of neighborhoods