The supermarket would charge a certain percentage or take a share from the profit. The planning team had no confidence in this approach since no one had tried it before.
Moreover, the logistics of moving so many products requires an extremely robust logistics system, which must be highly specialized. According to their estimates, it might be necessary to build 20 to 25 large logistics warehouses across the U.S.
Hardy thought for a moment.
"Let's start by opening a few to test the waters. We also need our team and suppliers to get used to the new business model. The logistics company also needs time to adjust. How many stores do you think would be suitable to open in Los Angeles and San Francisco?"
"Three in Los Angeles and two in San Francisco. We have already scouted the locations," someone said, taking out a map.
