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Competitiveness Quote by Michael E. Porter

“Strategy can be viewed as building defenses against the competitive forces or finding a position in the industry where the forces are weakest. P.35” quote by Michael E. Porter
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““Strategy can be viewed as building defenses against the competitive forces or finding a position in the industry where the forces are weakest. P.35””

Michael E. Porter

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Strategy involves either defending against competition or locating the weakest competitive forces.

In simple terms: Strategy is defense or positioning.

Key Takeaway

Identify and exploit weak forces.

Themes

strategy competition positioning defense

Mood

analytical strategic

Type

business educational

When to use this quote

  • market entry
  • product launch
  • pricing strategy
  • mergers and acquisitions

Key Concepts

industrial organization game theory business model analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What is your current competitive landscape?
  • How can you shift to a weaker force?
A Different Perspective

Markets evolve, weakening positions.

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