Chapter 5

So this is how it’s done

This chapter looks at the methods for generating your numbers for use of the friction vs reward metric.

In this chapter we explore

  • The maths of friction/reward indexing
  • The benefits of exploring equivalence
  • Worked examples of indexes and a template for your go!

Simple maths for easy benefits

As I build up the method here, I will also talk about my company’s proprietary application of FvR, Friction/Reward Indexing (FRi). FRi is a commercial product we’ve developed to meet the specific needs of retailers. I’m not expecting you to have to do something similar to start benefiting from understanding your friction/reward indexes, I’ve included these references because I think they help place FvR in a wider ...

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