1) More than 60% of consumers shop across multiple retail channels such as stores, malls, markets, and online. There is a gap between what retailers offer and what they actually deliver to customers. 2) Effective branding strategies are needed to maintain a consistent brand image across different locations and channels. Optimizing the media mix across channels is important to maximize performance within budget. 3) Partnerships can support marketing strategies and promotions through tailored promotions, advertising, events, and other strategies to drive more sales and traffic while reducing costs.