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What are strategic priorities intended to indicate for an organization?
What are strategic priorities intended to indicate for an organization?
- Specific tasks to be completed immediately.
- Broad statements important for focus and achievement. (correct)
- Financial goals for the upcoming quarter.
- Operational procedures for day-to-day management.
Which company aims to be 'the most comprehensive entertainment company in the world'?
Which company aims to be 'the most comprehensive entertainment company in the world'?
- McDonald's
- Ethiopian Air
- Adidas
- Sony (correct)
How do strategic objectives relate to strategic priorities?
How do strategic objectives relate to strategic priorities?
- They are independent of one another.
- They should be directly aligned with one another. (correct)
- They serve to contradict the priorities set.
- They are typically short-term goals.
What is a defining characteristic of stakeholders in an organization?
What is a defining characteristic of stakeholders in an organization?
Which of the following best represents a long-term goal for an organization?
Which of the following best represents a long-term goal for an organization?
Which group of stakeholders is primarily focused on wages and job security?
Which group of stakeholders is primarily focused on wages and job security?
What is the first step in effectively managing stakeholders?
What is the first step in effectively managing stakeholders?
In the context of stakeholder management, what does Zero Sum imply?
In the context of stakeholder management, what does Zero Sum imply?
Which stakeholder group is concerned with taxes and regulatory compliance?
Which stakeholder group is concerned with taxes and regulatory compliance?
What is a common need identified for suppliers in stakeholder management?
What is a common need identified for suppliers in stakeholder management?
Which of the following represents the community's interest as a stakeholder?
Which of the following represents the community's interest as a stakeholder?
Which step involves planning and implementing tasks to engage stakeholders?
Which step involves planning and implementing tasks to engage stakeholders?
Who among the following typically expects dividends and capital appreciation from an organization?
Who among the following typically expects dividends and capital appreciation from an organization?
What is the main purpose of a strategy as defined in the content?
What is the main purpose of a strategy as defined in the content?
According to the definition provided, what does it mean to compete differently?
According to the definition provided, what does it mean to compete differently?
What is one of the critical elements that distinguishes a powerful strategy from a weak one?
What is one of the critical elements that distinguishes a powerful strategy from a weak one?
Which of the following best describes strategic management?
Which of the following best describes strategic management?
What is a critical factor when forming a strategy according to Michael Porter?
What is a critical factor when forming a strategy according to Michael Porter?
Which of the following defines stakeholders in a strategic management context?
Which of the following defines stakeholders in a strategic management context?
What role do mission and vision play in strategic management?
What role do mission and vision play in strategic management?
Which statement best characterizes a corporate governance framework?
Which statement best characterizes a corporate governance framework?
What is the primary focus of strategic management in relation to firm performance?
What is the primary focus of strategic management in relation to firm performance?
Which aspect is critical for creating sustainable competitive advantages?
Which aspect is critical for creating sustainable competitive advantages?
What is the purpose of a mission statement for an organization?
What is the purpose of a mission statement for an organization?
Which statement best reflects a vision statement's objective?
Which statement best reflects a vision statement's objective?
Organizations must adapt their vision, mission, and core values over time due to which reason?
Organizations must adapt their vision, mission, and core values over time due to which reason?
When establishing competitive advantages, what two primary questions should managers focus on?
When establishing competitive advantages, what two primary questions should managers focus on?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a mission statement?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a mission statement?
What should be the nature of competitive advantages to ensure they are sustainable?
What should be the nature of competitive advantages to ensure they are sustainable?
What aspect does the Fit Test evaluate in a strategy?
What aspect does the Fit Test evaluate in a strategy?
Which of the following best describes a sustainable competitive advantage?
Which of the following best describes a sustainable competitive advantage?
Which indicator is NOT associated with evaluating organizational performance?
Which indicator is NOT associated with evaluating organizational performance?
What is a critical characteristic of a good strategy when looking for competitive advantage?
What is a critical characteristic of a good strategy when looking for competitive advantage?
Which of the following is an example of a competitive advantage?
Which of the following is an example of a competitive advantage?
What does the Performance Test evaluate regarding a strategy?
What does the Performance Test evaluate regarding a strategy?
Why is it said that no competitive advantage is permanent?
Why is it said that no competitive advantage is permanent?
What is a fundamental requirement for a strategy to produce desired results?
What is a fundamental requirement for a strategy to produce desired results?
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Study Notes
Strategic Management: Creating Competitive Advantages
- Strategic management describes a set of decisions and actions designed to exploit core competencies and gain a competitive advantage in the market.
- Organizations develop a strategy (a long-term plan) to enable them to succeed in the market.
- Michael Porter defines strategy as how a company differentiates itself from its competitors.
- A strong strategy is distinguished by a series of moves (internal and external) that make the company distinctive.
- A winning strategy should be tailored to the company’s internal and external environment and capabilities.
- Competitive advantage ensures a business is able to generate more business and profit than competitors over a sustained period.
- Strategic management focuses on achieving competitive advantages that are sustainable over a significant timeframe.
- To do this, companies consider whether to compete as a low-cost producer, high-quality producer, or a combination of both.
- A sustainable competitive advantage should be unique, valuable, and difficult for rivals to imitate.
- A successful strategy produces positive organizational performance (e.g., strong profitability, high market share, employee satisfaction, and good Corporate Social Responsibility).
- A mission statement conveys the organization's core purpose and outlines its reason for existence.
- A vision statement clearly describes the long-term future aspirations of the organization.
- Strategic priorities highlight crucial areas for the organization to focus on and achieve within a specified timeframe.
- Strategic objectives are the long-term goals the organization aims to accomplish, typically spanning three to five years.
- Strategic priorities and objectives should align with the mission and vision statements.
- Stakeholders are individuals, groups, and organizations with a vested interest in the success of an organization.
- Stakeholder groups include: Capital Market Stakeholders, Product Market Stakeholders, and Organizational Stakeholders.
- Stakeholder management involves identifying key stakeholders, understanding their needs and importance, and implementing actions to meet those needs.
- Stakeholder management can either be viewed as a zero-sum approach where stakeholders compete for resources or through a symbiotic lens where all stakeholders benefit mutually.
Competitive Advantage
- Competitive advantage stems from a company's ability to outperform competitors in key areas.
- Examples of Competitive Advantage: Superior product quality, innovative offerings, lower operational costs, exceptional customer service, strong brand recognition, etc.
- Competitive advantage requires ongoing effort, as competitors can imitate strategies over time.
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