Crafting and Executing Strategy
22nd Edition
ISBN: 9781260157475
Author: Thompson
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 3, Problem 5ESP
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To discuss: Driving forces of change in the industry, impact of driving forces on the company’s future.
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To discuss: Whether they act to boost or squeeze profit margins and list at least two actions taken by company in order to combat negative impacts.
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