write a rational for selection of Mini Mart. this case for your groups selection. The rational should include the following: A: Rational Define business problem B: Prep-Planning for group project (Rational/Team Contribution) What do you wish to learn from the case? Interest in the companys mission Opportunity for potential improvement.

Case Description MiniMart Inc. MiniMart, Inc. operates retail stores in various formats under 69 banners around the world and is committed to saving people money so they can live better. We earn the trust of our customers every day by providing a broad assortment of quality merchandise and services at everyday low prices ("EDLP") while fostering a culture that rewards and embraces mutual respect, integrity and diversity. EDLP is our pricing philosophy under which we price items at a low price every day so our customers trust that our prices will not change under frequent promotional activity. Our fiscal year ends on January 31 for our United States ("U.S.") and Canadian operations. We consolidate all other operations generally using a one-month lag and on a calendar basis. Our operations comprise three reportable business segments: MiniMart U.S., MiniMart International and MiniMart Club. Currently, MiniMart U.S. is the largest segment of our business, accounting for approximately 59% of our fiscal 2021net sales, and operates retail stores in various formats in all 50 states in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, as well as its online retail operations, MiniMart International consists of retail operations in 26 countries and generated approximately 29% of our fiscal2021net sales.