If a Company Does Not Possess Standalone Resource Strengths Capable

question 36

Multiple Choice

If a company does not possess standalone resource strengths capable of contributing to competitive advantage,

• A)all potential for competitive advantage is lost.
• B)it is unlikely to survive in the marketplace and should exit the industry.
• C)it may have a bundle of resources that can be leveraged to develop a distinctive competence.
• D)it is virtually blocked from using offensive strategies and must rely on defensive strategies.
• E)its best strategic option is to revamp its value chain in hopes of creating stronger competitive capabilities.