Question: Choose one organization listed below. Do you think the first or (fast) second-mover strategy has worked for this organizations continued success? Industry First-Mover Organizations Second-Mover
Choose one organization listed below. Do you think the first or (fast) second-mover strategy has worked for this organizations continued success?
| Industry | First-Mover Organizations | Second-Mover Organizations |
|---|---|---|
| Map Apps | Google Maps (2005) | Waze (2009) |
| Smart Phones | Apple iPhone (2007) | Samsung Galaxy (2009) |
| Lodging Accommodations | VRBO (1995) | AirBnB (2008) |
| Internet Music Providers | Spotify (2008) | Apple Music (2015) |
| Social Networking | Facebook (2004) | Instagram (2010) |
2.
Find 1 example of a company that has pursued an offensive strategy, and 1 example of a company that has pursued a defensive strategy.
For each company:
Identify the strategy that the company used and present 3 bullets points that explain, or show examples of, how they implemented this strategy (see complete listing in text: Ch 6 beginning through Signaling Challengers that Retaliation is Likely).
Why has this strategy gained a competitive advantage (or not) for the company?
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