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What is the primary focus of a firm that adopts a stability strategy?
What is the primary focus of a firm that adopts a stability strategy?
- Introducing new products to the market
- Improving functional efficiencies incrementally (correct)
- Rebranding the business completely
- Aggressively expanding into new markets
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the stability strategy?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the stability strategy?
- It allows for building core competencies.
- It involves significant fresh investments. (correct)
- It maintains the status quo.
- It poses less risk to the organization.
Why might a firm choose a stability strategy after rapid expansion?
Why might a firm choose a stability strategy after rapid expansion?
- To maximize investment in innovative technologies
- To diversify into entirely different sectors
- To pursue aggressive market penetration
- To stabilize and consolidate its operations (correct)
In which stage of the product life cycle would a firm most likely opt for a stability strategy?
In which stage of the product life cycle would a firm most likely opt for a stability strategy?
What type of organization might find comfort in opting for a stability strategy?
What type of organization might find comfort in opting for a stability strategy?
What is one of the major reasons a firm might avoid pursuing a stability strategy?
What is one of the major reasons a firm might avoid pursuing a stability strategy?
What aspect of stability strategy is primarily suited for firms with modest growth objectives?
What aspect of stability strategy is primarily suited for firms with modest growth objectives?
Why are startups typically not aimed at stability?
Why are startups typically not aimed at stability?
What is a key characteristic of a strategic alliance?
What is a key characteristic of a strategic alliance?
Which of the following is an organizational advantage of a strategic alliance?
Which of the following is an organizational advantage of a strategic alliance?
How can strategic alliances contribute to economic advantages?
How can strategic alliances contribute to economic advantages?
What type of competitive strategy can result from strategic alliances between rivals?
What type of competitive strategy can result from strategic alliances between rivals?
One of the following is NOT an advantage of strategic alliances. Which is it?
One of the following is NOT an advantage of strategic alliances. Which is it?
What is the primary purpose of the BCG matrix in strategic planning?
What is the primary purpose of the BCG matrix in strategic planning?
What role does well-known and respected partners play in a strategic alliance?
What role does well-known and respected partners play in a strategic alliance?
What do 'Dogs' represent in the BCG matrix?
What do 'Dogs' represent in the BCG matrix?
When using the BCG matrix, what does the vertical axis represent?
When using the BCG matrix, what does the vertical axis represent?
Which of the following best describes the pooling of resources in a strategic alliance?
Which of the following best describes the pooling of resources in a strategic alliance?
Which strategy is recommended for businesses classified as 'Stars' in the BCG matrix?
Which strategy is recommended for businesses classified as 'Stars' in the BCG matrix?
One primary purpose of forming a strategic alliance is to access:
One primary purpose of forming a strategic alliance is to access:
Which of the following is a typical action for businesses categorized as 'Dogs' in the BCG matrix?
Which of the following is a typical action for businesses categorized as 'Dogs' in the BCG matrix?
What growth strategy involves selling existing products in existing markets?
What growth strategy involves selling existing products in existing markets?
Which strategy is exemplified by a company introducing new products to existing markets?
Which strategy is exemplified by a company introducing new products to existing markets?
What does the diversification strategy entail?
What does the diversification strategy entail?
Which option correctly describes the market development strategy?
Which option correctly describes the market development strategy?
Which of the following best describes Ansoff’s product market growth matrix?
Which of the following best describes Ansoff’s product market growth matrix?
What strategy is recommended for a dominant position in the embryonic stage?
What strategy is recommended for a dominant position in the embryonic stage?
Which option describes a strategy for the mature stage in a competitive position?
Which option describes a strategy for the mature stage in a competitive position?
In the aging stage, what is the primary focus for a favorable position?
In the aging stage, what is the primary focus for a favorable position?
What is a strategic move for a tenable position in the growth stage?
What is a strategic move for a tenable position in the growth stage?
Which strategy should a weak position employ in the aging stage?
Which strategy should a weak position employ in the aging stage?
What approach represents a key strategy for a strong position in the embryonic stage?
What approach represents a key strategy for a strong position in the embryonic stage?
During the growth stage, what is a common strategy for firms in a dominant position?
During the growth stage, what is a common strategy for firms in a dominant position?
Which strategy is NOT advised for firms in a weak position in the embryonic stage?
Which strategy is NOT advised for firms in a weak position in the embryonic stage?
Which strategy should be prioritized by firms in the aging stage with a tenable position?
Which strategy should be prioritized by firms in the aging stage with a tenable position?
What is the recommended action for firms in a favorable position during the mature stage?
What is the recommended action for firms in a favorable position during the mature stage?
Study Notes
Characteristics of Stability Strategy
- Stability strategy involves maintaining the same business and product-market posture.
- Focus on incremental improvements in functional efficiencies and resource utilization.
- Does not redefine the corporation's business model.
- It is a conservative strategy that prioritizes maintaining the status quo.
- Requires minimal fresh investments, leading to lower risk exposure.
- Allows organizations to concentrate on existing resources, products, and markets.
- Suitable for firms with modest growth objectives.
Major Reasons for Stability Strategy
- Products at the maturity stage of the product life cycle.
- Staff comfort with less change and lower risks associated with only minor adjustments.
- A stable operating environment is conducive to this strategy.
- Uncertainty in expansion could be perceived as a threat.
- Firms may choose to stabilize and consolidate after periods of rapid growth.
Reasons Startups Avoid Stability
- Startups focus on speed and agility during early development stages.
- Stability strategies are more applicable when businesses reach full operational capacity and maturity.
- Startups prioritize adapting to market conditions rather than maintaining the status quo.
Expansion through Strategic Alliance
- A strategic alliance allows businesses to achieve shared objectives independently.
- Partners maintain autonomy while collaborating and sharing benefits and control.
- Often established in a global context for mutual benefit.
Advantages of Strategic Alliance
- Organizational: Allows firms to acquire skills and capabilities from partners, enhancing operational productivity and legitimacy.
- Economic: Distributes costs and risks, achieving economies of scale, and creating additional value through co-specialization.
- Strategic: Enables cooperation among rivals, supports vertical integration, pools resources for competitive advantage, and aids in access to new technologies and joint research.
Competitive Positioning (ADL Matrix)
- Classifies businesses into categories: Embryonic, Growth, Mature, and Ageing regarding their competitive position.
- Strategies vary across categories, focusing on growth, defense, or harvesting profitability.
BCG Matrix
- Classifies businesses/products based on market growth rate and relative market share.
- Cash Cows: Low growth, high share; ideal for maximizing short-term cash flows.
- Stars: High growth, high share; prioritize building for long-term growth.
- Question Marks: High growth, low share; should be carefully managed to transition into Stars.
- Dogs: Low growth, low share; typically require divestment or liquidation.
Ansoff’s Product-Market Growth Matrix
- Offers four strategic options for growth:
- Market Penetration: Selling existing products to existing markets.
- Diversification: New products in new markets.
- Market Development: Existing products into new markets.
- Product Development: New products into existing markets.
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This quiz explores the characteristics of the stability strategy in business management. It examines how firms maintain their current product-market stance while striving for incremental enhancements in efficiency. Dive deep into the principles that guide organizations in steady operational growth.
