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Management · Q138

Strategic Management

Graduate and Post Graduate · Management · question 138

Q138

Which of the following is not suggested by Markides (1999) as a factor for competitive and strategic success?

A.
Synergy
B.
Careful evaluation of strategic options
C.
Ensure consistency between desired strategic position and the chosen strategy
Answer
D.
Active opportunity searching

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Ensure consistency between desired strategic position and the chosen strategy is not suggested by Markides (1999) as a factor for competitive and strategic success. Markides (1999introduced " breakthrough strategies " that primarily focus on revitalizing business and markets in a competitive environment, also taking other strategic alliances into consideration. The combination of creative marketing strategies and effective implementation seems a logical approach for organizations to gain a competitive advantage.