In Addition to the Five Basic Competitive Strategies, the Text

question 45

Multiple Choice

In addition to the five basic competitive strategies, the text describes several key strategies implemented with information technology. Which of the following is not one of those strategies?

• A) Locking in customers
• B) Building switching costs
• C) Creating alliances
• D) Raising barriers to entry

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