Competing in the marketplace is like war. You have injuries and casualties, and the best strategy wins. John Collins

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Competing in the marketplace is like war. You have injuries and casualties, and the best strategy wins. John Collins

Chapter Outline

Overview: Matching Strategy to a Company’s Situation

Features of an Emerging Industry

Strategy Options for Competing in Emerging Industries

Strategy Options for Competing in Emerging Industries (cont.)

Features of High Velocity Markets

Strategy Options for Competing in High Velocity Markets

Keys to Success in Competing in High Velocity Markets

Characteristics of Industry Maturity

Strategy Options for Competing in a Mature Industry

Competing in a Mature Industry: The Strategy Pitfalls and Mistakes

Stagnant or Declining Industries: The Standout Features

Strategy Options for Competing in a Stagnant or Declining Industry

Competing in a Stagnant Industry: The Strategic Mistakes

Competitive Features of Fragmented Industries

Examples of Fragmented Industries

Competing in a Fragmented Industry: The Strategy Options

What Is the Motivation for Competing Internationally?

Competitive Features of International Markets

Market Differences Among Countries

Cost Differences Among Countries

Differences in Host Government Trade Policies

Manufacturing Share vs. Market Share

Pattern of International Competition

Characteristics of Multi-Country Competition

Characteristics of Global Competition

Types of International Strategies

Multi-Country Strategy

Global Strategy

Competitive Strategy Principle

Global Strategy and Competitive Advantage

Principle of Competitive Markets

Locating Activities to Build a Global Advantage

Concentrating vs. Dispersing Activities to Build Global Advantage

Coordinating Activities to Build a Global Advantage

Achieving Global Competitiveness via Strategic Alliances

Benefits of Strategic Alliances

Pitfalls of Strategic Alliances

Guidelines in Forming Strategic Alliances

How Strategic Intent Varies Among Industry Competitors

What Are Profit Sanctuaries?

Concept: Critical Markets

Concept: Cross-Subsidization

Competitive Strategy Principle

Why a Global Competitor Can Defeat a Domestic-Only Firm

Characteristics of Industry Leaders

Strategy Options: Industry Leaders

Stay-on-the-Offensive Strategies

Objectives: Fortify-and-Defend Strategy

Fortify-and-Defend: Strategic Options

Objectives: Follow-the-Leader Strategy

Follow-the-Leader: Strategic Options

Types of Runner-up Firms

Strategic Options for Runner-up Firms: Case # 1

Rule of Offensive Strategy

Strategic Options for Runner-up Firms: Case # 2

Overcoming Obstacles of Small Size

Overcoming Obstacles of Small Size: Strategic Options

Weak Businesses: Strategic Options

What Is a Harvest Strategy?

Types of Harvesting Options

When Should Harvesting Be Considered?

Achieving a Turnaround: The Strategic Options

13 Commandments for Crafting Successful Business Strategies

13 Commandments for Crafting Successful Business Strategies

13 Commandments for Crafting Successful Business Strategies

13 Commandments for Crafting Successful Business Strategies

13 Commandments for Crafting Successful Business Strategies

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Author: Arthur A. Thompson