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What is the primary focus of the global strategy as defined in this context?
What is the primary focus of the global strategy as defined in this context?
- Strategies tailored to various local markets. (correct)
- The production of standardized products for every market.
- Technological advancements in global communication.
- Investment solely in developed countries.
Which of the following best describes a multinational enterprise (MNE)?
Which of the following best describes a multinational enterprise (MNE)?
- A company that only exports goods without direct investment.
- A business intertwined with various national governments.
- A firm that manages and controls value-adding activities across borders. (correct)
- An organization focused exclusively on domestic markets.
What has been suggested about the utility of the narrow global strategy in the future?
What has been suggested about the utility of the narrow global strategy in the future?
- It will become more effective in evolving markets.
- It will remain unchanged regardless of global trends.
- It will be the primary method for MNEs.
- It is likely to become less useful in a deglobalizing world. (correct)
What has Coca-Cola done to adapt its advertising strategy globally?
What has Coca-Cola done to adapt its advertising strategy globally?
Which phrase best encapsulates the approach most multinational enterprises (MNEs) should take according to the content?
Which phrase best encapsulates the approach most multinational enterprises (MNEs) should take according to the content?
What challenge do MNEs face regarding their products in different markets?
What challenge do MNEs face regarding their products in different markets?
What aspect of Coca-Cola's advertising campaign in India exemplifies localization?
What aspect of Coca-Cola's advertising campaign in India exemplifies localization?
Which term refers to a firm’s direct investment in production and/or service activities abroad?
Which term refers to a firm’s direct investment in production and/or service activities abroad?
What issue did Coca-Cola encounter with its use of a polar bear in advertising?
What issue did Coca-Cola encounter with its use of a polar bear in advertising?
What strategy does Zoom utilize in its global business model?
What strategy does Zoom utilize in its global business model?
Flashcards
Global Strategy (narrow definition)
Global Strategy (narrow definition)
A strategy focusing on producing and distributing standardized products globally.
Multinational Enterprise (MNE)
Multinational Enterprise (MNE)
A firm that directly controls and manages value-adding activities in other countries through foreign direct investment (FDI).
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
A firm's direct investment in production and/or service activities abroad.
Global Strategy (broader concept)
Global Strategy (broader concept)
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Adapting Strategy
Adapting Strategy
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Global Strategy
Global Strategy
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"Think global, act local"
"Think global, act local"
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Coca-Cola's Global Marketing Failure
Coca-Cola's Global Marketing Failure
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Country-Specific Ads
Country-Specific Ads
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Zoom's Global Business Model
Zoom's Global Business Model
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Strategizing Around the Globe
- Knowledge Objectives:
- Critically evaluate the traditional concept of "global strategy."
- Explain the rationale for studying global strategy.
- Define strategy and global strategy.
- Outline four fundamental questions in strategy.
- Understand globalization and semiglobalization concepts.
- Participate in debates on globalization and global strategy.
Opening Case: Zoom
- Zoom, a video conferencing platform, experienced explosive growth in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Established in 2011, Zoom initially focused on businesses with IT departments.
- Key to Zoom's rapid growth was its simplicity, and free service for under 100 users.
- The company had 10 million daily participants in December 2019 and surpassed 300 million in April 2020.
- Zoom's initial focus adapted to become a larger-scale service during the pandemic.
- Security concerns arose alongside Zoom's rapid growth.
- Zoom had to address issues, such as Zoom bombing and passwords.
What is Strategy?
- Strategy's origin: military "art of the general."
- Sun Tzu's "Art of War" is an ancient text on strategy.
- Strategy as "plan": Emphasizes explicit and formal planning, often drawing on military strategy.
- Strategy as "action": Focuses on how firms act in practice and adapts to circumstances.
- Strategy as "integration": Combines planned actions with emergent, adapting actions.
- Key considerations for firms:
- How firms differ.
- How firms behave.
- Scope of a firm.
- Factors determining firm success/failure.
Why Study Global Strategy?
- Global strategic expertise is highly valued in the consulting industry.
- Knowledge of global strategy is often a prerequisite for top positions in large firms.
- Individuals working with foreign products, services, firms or foreign-owned business units in their work environment will often use global strategies.
Globalization and Semiglobalization
- Globalization is the increasing integration of economies.
- Globalization may involve many institutions, forces and cultures.
- Globalization is neither recent nor one directional.
- The relationship between globalization-degobalization is more complex.
- Semiglobalization is the coexistence of global and local forces. The word global does not always align with reality.
- Firms are encouraged to adopt different strategies based on local conditions.
- A multi-faceted analysis is needed to understand emerging globalization trends.
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