Strategy Formulation and Distinctive Competencies

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Which internal factor primarily considers the potential impact of technological advancements on operations?

  • Human Resources
  • Financial Resources
  • Technology (correct)
  • Facilities and Equipment

Which external competitive factor is closely related to the ease of entry into a market?

  • Political Conditions
  • Competition (correct)
  • Legal Environment
  • Technology

Which internal factor could involve long-term relationships and understanding of a customer's wants and needs?

  • Products and Services
  • Distribution Channels
  • Suppliers
  • Customers (correct)

Which external factor could have a significant impact on operations due to location, age, and maintenance cost?

<p>Facilities and Equipment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which internal factor considers special talents like creativity, designing, and problem-solving?

<p>Human Resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which external factor could potentially impact a company due to favorable or unfavorable attitudes towards business or political instability?

<p>Political Conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of evaluating an organization's distinctive competencies?

<p>To identify unique strengths and capabilities that set the organization apart from its competitors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Order Qualifier' in the context of strategy formulation?

<p>A necessary condition that a product or service must meet in order to be considered by customers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the SWOT Approach aid in strategic planning?

<p>By providing a framework for assessing both internal and external factors that can impact the success of an initiative (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which external factor should a company consider when formulating its strategy?

<p>Environmental scanning for threats and opportunities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can an organization achieve a competitive advantage in the marketplace?

<p>By leveraging its unique strengths and capabilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are distinctive competencies difficult for competitors to imitate or replicate?

<p>Because they are specific to a particular organization and difficult to replicate (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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