The two major strategic alternatives available for international retail expansion are global and…

➤ How does centralized decision-making affect supply chain and costs in a global strategy?
Centralized decision-making consolidates purchasing, standardizes SKUs, and optimizes global logistics, which reduces unit costs and improves supplier bargaining power. It streamlines inventory systems and warehouse networks for scale efficiencies. However, it can increase lead times and reduce local flexibility, making rapid responses to regional demand shifts or regulatory changes harder.