Which Event Played a Role in the Loss of Apple's

question 125

Multiple Choice

Which event played a role in the loss of Apple's innovative abilities some years ago?

• A) The downturn in the economy.
• B) The departure of Steve Jobs as CEO.
• C) Increased competition from Dell.
• D) Having no resources to perform R&D.

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Definitions:

Threats and Opportunities

Refers to external factors that could impact a company's performance, where threats could harm it, and opportunities could benefit it.

Core Competencies

The unique strengths or strategic advantages of a business, comprising knowledge, resources, and capabilities that distinguish it in the marketplace.

Competitive Advantages

Unique attributes or capabilities that allow a company to outperform rivals, create greater value for its customers, and achieve superior market position.

Straddling

A strategy where a company seeks to occupy more than one position in a market or industry, often attempting to offer a range of products or services to cover different segments.