> If you don't have a unique supply chain, then what advantage do you have over a mom and pop discount store? In the article it mentioned those managers dictat

> If you don't have a unique supply chain, then what advantage do you have over a mom and pop discount store? In the article it mentioned those managers dictate what gets on the shelf and mention how they chase after surprise hit (wax nose hair). It seems they're more agile than their competitors and let managers living in those area decides what products to stock. Perhaps they don't need a unique supply chain?