Crafting & Executing Strategy: Concepts (standalone Book), 22nd Edition
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ISBN: 9781260157376
Author: Arthur A. Thompson
Publisher: McGraw Hill Education
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Chapter 1, Problem 1ESP
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To discuss: Whether the company in a weak good or an average competitive position and the current situation of the company.
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To discuss: Whether the company is seem to be a good financial positions.
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To discuss: Whether the company is seems to be a competitive advantage position and sustainable.
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To discuss: The problems faced by the company.
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