Sort bakery menu items into management actions using contribution margin and popularity.
2x2-matrix margin-chip action-quadrants Popularity Low weekly unit sales or slow case turns High weekly unit sales or frequent sell-through Contribution margin Low dollars left after variable cost High dollars left after variable cost High margin / High popularity Protect and feature the winners These items deserve reliable production slots, strong display placement, and ingredient protection because they convert scarce capacity into profit customers already want. Low margin / High popularity Fix price, portion, or process before volume hurts These products create traffic but may drain labor or ingredients. Reprice, adjust portion size, reduce garnish time, or redesign the process before…
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