Discussion 2.1
Is a “Low-Cost” strategy the same as a “Low-Price” strategy? State your opinion and give actual examples from companies to back up your position. DO NOT use the same examples that are cited in discussion threads before your posting.
Discussion 2.2
Based on your reading of chapter four in your textbook, how would you determine the level of competitive intensity in an industry?
Discussion 3.1
what is the relevance of the resource-based view of the firm to strategic management in a global environment?
Discussion 3.2
Based on your chapter 6 readings, what does a business have to consider when trying to follow a cost leadership strategy and a differentiation strategy simultaneously? Can you name a company doing this?
Discussion 4.1
Do you believe that penetration pricing or skim pricing will be better at raising a company’s or a business unit’s operating profit in the long run?
Discussion 4.2
How does horizontal growth differ from vertical growth as a corporate strategy? From concentric diversification?
