CRAFTING+EXEC.STRAT.:...(LL)-W/ACCESS
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ISBN: 9781260987669
Author: Thompson
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 3, Problem 2ALE
Based on the strategic group map in Illustration Capsule 3.1, which casual dining chains are Cracker Barrel’s closest competitors? With which strategic group does Panera Bread Company compete the least, according to this map? Why do you think no casual dining chains are positioned in the area above the Olive Garden’s group?
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