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What defines a differentiation strategy?
What defines a differentiation strategy?
What is the main focus of a low-price strategy?
What is the main focus of a low-price strategy?
What does synergy refer to in a business context?
What does synergy refer to in a business context?
Which strategy combines elements of both cost leadership and differentiation?
Which strategy combines elements of both cost leadership and differentiation?
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What does customer value measure?
What does customer value measure?
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What is a combination strategy used for?
What is a combination strategy used for?
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What does competitive advantage generally refer to?
What does competitive advantage generally refer to?
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Which strategy is typically used to reduce production costs relative to competitors?
Which strategy is typically used to reduce production costs relative to competitors?
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Study Notes
Remote Environment Model
- This model helps with thinking, not a rigid template for all businesses.
Differentiation Strategy
- Offers a unique product (features/characteristics) different from competitors.
- Allows charging a premium price.
Customer Value
- Measured by perceived benefits compared to competitors.
Low-Price Strategy
- Prices products relatively low to stimulate demand and gain market share.
Industry Analysis
- Most relevant at the business unit level.
Business Level Strategy
- Steps a company takes to gain an advantage in a specific market segment.
Synergy
- Two or more processes/activities complement each other to produce more value working together than separately.
Competitive Business Strategies
- Long-term plans to gain a competitive advantage.
- Involve analyzing competitor strengths and weaknesses.
Combination Strategy
- Combines stability, growth, and retrenchment strategies for improved performance.
Horizontal Positioning
- Businesses group diverse customers into market segments with varying needs.
Competitive Advantages
- What makes an entity's goods/services superior to competitor choices.
- Gives a business leverage over rivals.
Integrated Strategy
- A hybrid combining cost leadership and differentiation strategies.
Outsourcing
- Firms transfer internal resources or activities to external providers.
Cost Leadership Strategy
- Reduces production costs compared to competitors.
- Allows for lower product pricing.
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Description
Explore various business strategy models including differentiation, low-price strategies, and competitive analysis. This quiz examines how these models influence customer value and how businesses gain advantages in their market segments. Test your understanding of fundamental concepts in strategic business planning.
