We consider the location problem for retail service facilities, consumer-facing storefronts that provide a service and compete with other retailers to some degree or the other. Location is one of the most important strategic decisions for a retail firm. It is a risky and often an irrevocable...

With few exceptions, today's retailers sell products across multiple categories. One strategic consideration of such retailers is product location, which determines how easy or difficult different categories are for customers to access. For example, grocery or department stores determine which...