The RoundTable Journal · Vol. 2026
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Corporate Strategy & Operations
If two malls both have bubble tea shops on every corner, why does one mall support five of them while another can't even keep two alive?
Building on my earlier post about why businesses selling identical products can have completely different outcomes, this article explores a more specific question.
July 24, 2026 · 3 min read
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Corporate Strategy & Operations
If two convenience stores sell the exact same products, why does one survive while the other disappears?
Ever wonder why one convenience store shuts down while an almost identical one down the street thrives? Let's unpack why "same products" doesn't mean "same outcome."
July 23, 2026 · 3 min read