Strategic Management
4th Edition
ISBN: 9781259927621
Author: Frank T. Rothaermel The Nancy and Russell McDonough Chair; Professor of Strategy and Sloan Industry Studies Fellow
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 1.4, Problem 4CC
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
The case deals with the secret strategy of Company T. Company T is the largest car manufacturer in Country U. The master plan of Company T is explained by Person E, who is the co-founder and CEO of Company T. The master plans of Company T are building a sports car, using the money to build affordable car, the firm should use the money to build more affordable car, zero-emission electric power should be generation power should be provided by doing the above points, and the points are confidential.
To apply: The three-step process for crafting a good strategy.
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