Questions from Strategic Management

Q: What actions would you recommend the management of super dry take to

What actions would you recommend the management of super dry take to resolve its problems and turn around the performance of the firm?

Q: We note in the Mini-Case that Hein Celestial is implementing

We note in the Mini-Case that Hein Celestial is implementing the differentiation strategy. Provide some examples of the competitive dimensions on which this firm focuses while implementing its differe...

Q: What are the different levels of diversification firms can pursue by using

What are the different levels of diversification firms can pursue by using different corporate-level strategies?

Q: On what environmental trends did Hein Celestial base its business-level

On what environmental trends did Hein Celestial base its business-level strategy? What environmental trends could have a negative effect on this firm’s strategy in the future? Why?

Q: In years to come, should Hein try to grow primarily organically

In years to come, should Hein try to grow primarily organically, through collaborative strategies such as joint ventures and strategic alliances, or through mergers and acquisitions? Explain your answ...

Q: What are the most serious competitive challenges you anticipate Hein Celestial will

What are the most serious competitive challenges you anticipate Hein Celestial will face over the next ten years? How should the firm respond to these challenges?

Q: Using materials in the case and items to which you gain access

Using materials in the case and items to which you gain access through a search, describe how Aldi is creating competitive rivalry in the retail grocers’ industry.

Q: As explained in this chapter’s Opening Case, Amazon purchased Whole Foods

As explained in this chapter’s Opening Case, Amazon purchased Whole Foods. How will this transaction affect Aldi as it seeks to expand its presence in the United States? What competitive actions might...

Q: Using concepts and actions explained in this chapter, decide if Aldi

Using concepts and actions explained in this chapter, decide if Aldi is more likely to respond to any strategic actions Amazon might initiate through Whole Foods or if Amazon through Whole Foods is mo...

Q: In a competitive rivalry sense, explain the actions (strategic and

In a competitive rivalry sense, explain the actions (strategic and/or tactical) you believe Walmart and Costco will take to respond to Aldi’s intentions to have 2,500 U.S. stores by 2020.