The store expansion extends the 7-Eleven networks, gaining more opportunities from the market and benefits from the scope and scales. (N. Sodchuenjit, personal communication,
2009-04-27). As cited in the company interview (Logistics Thailand, 2005) the introduction of the new product and service is more likely to be successful through the networks.
Rather than these functions, others units in the company also have their roles that support the organization. The business model below gives a rough picture of how 7-Eleven links the thinking, process and create the outcomes.