Experiencing MIS
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Chapter 3, Problem 18MLM
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Five force model for Flexible Screens:
The five force model for flexible screens is given below:
- Threat of substitutes:
- The chances for substitutes for the product will be less if the product is new to the markets.
- Threat of New entrants into the industry:
- When the ecofriendly technology becomes popular there are more chances for new entrants into the market.
- Rivalries with other firms:
- Threat of rivalries will be low if the product is new to the market...
b.
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Influence of unique forces on competitive strategy of a firm:
- An industry is highly influenced by the unique force which determines the competitive strategies of all firms.
- Substitutes, competitors, new entrants, supplie...
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