Question: Read case 7 FRESHDIRECT on page C28. Case Objectives: To investigate how to compete in a crowded industry. Follow the proper format of conducting a

Read case 7 FRESHDIRECT on page C28.

Case Objectives:

  • To investigate how to compete in a crowded industry.

Follow the proper format of conducting a strategic management case analysis (Refer to chapter 13 for guidance). The format includes the following steps which could be used as headings for your analysis:

  1. Become familiar with the material- Summary of the case
  2. Identification of a problem
  3. Analyze the strategic issues - Internal analysis and external analysis
  4. Proposing alternative solutions
  5. Make recommendations.

In your analysis address the following related to this case.

  • How did FreshDirect use strategic management, and what were key forces in the general and industry environments that affected FreshDirect?
  • What internal resources and assets did FreshDirect have that gave it a competitive advantage?
  • How did FreshDirect choose to compete, and what competitive challenges does FreshDirect face now?

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