Professional Documents
Culture Documents
DT 2
DT 2
1. Customers
o How often do you shop at RetailCo?
o What do you typically buy?
o How satisfied are you with RetailCo's product range and services?
o Can you describe a particularly memorable experience (good or bad) at
RetailCo?
o Why do you choose RetailCo over other options? (Laddering question)
2. Employees
o Describe your role and daily activities at RetailCo.
o What are the challenges you face at work?
o How does RetailCo's work environment affect your job satisfaction?
o What improvements would you suggest?
o Why is employee morale important in the retail sector? (Laddering question)
3. Vendors/Suppliers
o What is your relationship with RetailCo like?
o How does RetailCo's order process and payment terms compare with other
clients?
o What challenges do you face when working with RetailCo?
o How could RetailCo improve its partnership with you?
o Why is a reliable supply chain critical for retail success? (Laddering question)
4. Local Community Leaders
o How does RetailCo impact the local community?
o Are there community initiatives supported by RetailCo?
o What are the community's expectations from RetailCo?
o How does RetailCo's presence affect local businesses and environment?
o Why is a retail store’s relationship with its local community important?
(Laddering question)
5. RetailCo Management Team
o What are RetailCo's short and long-term goals?
o How do you measure RetailCo's success?
o What are the biggest challenges facing RetailCo today?
o How does RetailCo plan to evolve in the next 5 years?
o Why is innovation important in the retail industry? (Laddering question)
1. Subhash (Customer)
o Prefers quality and convenience.
o Values customer service but experiences inconsistencies.
o Chooses RetailCo for its product range and proximity.
2. Rajeev (Employee)
o Feels challenges with inventory and understaffing.
o Suggests better training and improved systems.
o Sees a direct link between employee morale and customer service.
3. Anjali (Vendor)
o Appreciates timely payments; struggles with unpredictable orders.
o Wants better communication and order stability.
o Views the relationship as vital for business growth.
4. Mr. Sharma (Community Leader)
o Recognizes RetailCo’s role in local employment.
o Desires more community engagement from RetailCo.
o Concerned about environmental impacts and local business support.
5. Priya (Management)
o Aims for market growth and enhanced customer satisfaction.
o Sees digital transformation as a current challenge.
o Plans to integrate more online shopping features.
Persona of 5 Stakeholders
1. Subhash’s Journey
o Discovers products online, visits store for purchases.
o Interacts with staff; sometimes satisfied, sometimes not.
o After-sales service is a critical touchpoint for his loyalty.
2. Rajeev’s Journey
o Starts with daily inventory checks.
o Interacts with customers, addresses queries and issues.
o End-of-day feedback and suggestions often overlooked.
3. Anjali’s Journey
o Regular communication with RetailCo's purchasing team.
o Adjusts to fluctuating order patterns.
o Seeks more predictable and collaborative planning.
4. Mr. Sharma’s Journey
o Observes RetailCo's local activities.
o Engages in occasional discussions for community events.
o Advocates for stronger community and environmental commitments.
5. Priya’s Journey
o Analyzes market trends and customer data.
o Coordinates with different departments for strategy implementation.
o Focuses on integrating online and offline retail experiences.
Empathy Canvas
Feelings & Thoughts: Address the emotional and cognitive experiences of each
stakeholder.
Motivations & Goals: What drives each stakeholder, their objectives.
Pain Points & Challenges: Identify the difficulties and hurdles they face.
Opportunities & Needs: Potential areas for improvement and support.
1. Subhash (Customer)
o Insight 1: Importance of convenience in shopping.
o Insight 2: High value placed on product range.
o Insight 3: Desire for consistent and reliable customer service.
2. Rajeev (Employee)
o Insight 4: Challenges with inventory management impact employee efficiency.
o Insight 5: Understaffing affects service quality and employee morale.
o Insight 6: Need for better staff training and feedback mechanisms.
3. Anjali (Vendor)
o Insight 7: Suppliers seek predictable and stable order patterns.
o Insight 8: Clear and proactive communication is key for vendor satisfaction.
o Insight 9: Potential for collaborative planning and growth.
4. Mr. Sharma (Community Leader)
o Insight 10: RetailCo has a significant impact on local employment.
o Insight 11: Community expects more engagement and corporate
responsibility.
o Insight 12: Environmental concerns and support for local businesses are vital.
5. Priya (Management)
o Insight 13: Emphasis on digital transformation in retail.
o Insight 14: Need to balance online and offline customer experiences.
o Insight 15: Customer feedback is crucial for strategy development.