How we work

Local Knowledge, Close to Customers

In Europe, UAE, Asia, and US retail, our expertise guides us. We understand local markets, bridge cultures with our multilingual team, and unlock growth opportunities, building lasting relationships.

One goal, One voice,and one way of working

In a dynamic landscape, our boutique consulting firm excels. Unlike large conglomerates, our agility and personalized service set us apart. With unified communication, we decode customer needs, optimize structures, and empower teams, ensuring seamless operations and lasting success.

Develop Long-Term Partnerships

In our retail consulting firm, we prioritize long-lasting relationships and growth. Our commitment to customer-centric excellence and our extensive network of brands and suppliers make us agile and effective, setting us apart from larger firms.

Right products at right price

Customers choose us for competitive pricing, high-quality, sustainably sourced products. Our network, experience, and negotiation skills set us apart, ensuring cost-effective solutions and sustainable growth across the entire value chain.

Sustainable Growth

In retail and industry, sustainable growth is our compass. We foster long-term partnerships, champion environmental sustainability, and uphold transparency, empowering businesses to thrive while safeguarding our planet. Together, we create a legacy of responsible commerce.

Learn how CEPSA boosted sales with their new shop concept

What We Do

Category Management

Category Management

Create Category Strategies, Generate Profit, Build Partnerships, and Secure People through tailored training solutions. Empower your business with our expertise.

Concept & Marketing

Concept & Marketing

Our retail experts specialize in brand development, strategic marketing, customer journeys, captivating storytelling, and innovative shop concepts. Elevate your business with our tailored solutions.

Sourcing

Sourcing

At Forma 5, we take pride in our expert sourcing services that drive tangible results for your business. Let’s dive deeper into how we achieve this.

Services from A-Z

Services from A-Z

Expertise area for Forma 5 are: Category Management, Concept & Marketing and Sourcing. But Forma5 also deliver a set of other services to clients within the scope of the retail industry.

Meet Our Expert Consultants

Per Andersson

Per Andersson

Partner & Business Developer

Magne Kinn Backe

Magne Kinn Backe

Manager & Partner

Partner Team

Partner Team

Partner Team

Understand the business process.

FORCES

Creating

Develop new end customer experiences /concepts

1

Developing

Product development, building brands for brands

2

Connecting

Building new strategic partnerships

3

Delivering

Profitable, sustainable, business model

4

Sharing

Growth mindset and people focus

5

Great experience working with Forma 5 from strategy to execution

Alvaro Vela: Director New Commerce Cepsa

Cepsa

Read the story how Forma5 help Cepsa building a completely new store format. Creating some fantastic uplift in sales for the Spanish retaliler

Coop

See how Forma 5 made a completely new Café concept for Coop

REMA 1000

Analysis uncovers the potential to strengthen customer experience and sale for REMA 1000. Project also reduce complexity true more streamlined processes and reduced number of products