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 5.3, Problem 4CC
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
Company MS had a lackluster performance since the year 2000. The competitive advantage of the firm turned into a competitive disadvantage over time. It started to lag behind Company AE by a fair margin. Person SN is the CEO of Company MS who has made tremendous changes in the services they offer. He needs to work hard to ensure the viability of the Company MS future.
To explain: How much longer can Company AE can sustain its competitive advantage.
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