Business plan Quote by Kenichi Ohmae
“Without competitors there would be no need for strategy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mind of the Strategist by Kenichi Ohmae, 1982
Strategy arises only when there is competition, prompting planning and differentiation.
In simple terms: Competition drives strategic thinking.
Embrace competition to sharpen strategy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- market entry
- product development
- pricing decisions
- brand positioning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How would you strategize in a monopoly?
- What benefits does competition bring to innovation?
Without competition, complacency can replace strategic discipline.