Order 770393: Competitive Advantage
tutorthammy
Unit3DBdue1-19-18.pdf
11:55 AM (CST)
Privacy Policy Terms of Use About Our Ads Contact Us © 2018 Colorado Technical University. All Rights Reserved. Authorized Users Only.
Unit 3 Discussion Board
Assignment Details Assignment Description
Primary Discussion Response is due by Friday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Tuesday (11:59:59pm Central).
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
Part 1
Having experienced a robust debate discussion on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and trends (SWOTT) analysis and strategic planning for a particular fastfood franchise, it is time to shift gears a bit and consider the competition in the fastfood industry. Read this article to frame this week’s discussion. Complete the following:
Identify 1 or 2 other major competitors in the fastfood industry, and describe their sources of competitive advantage. Discuss a current issue that this industry faces. It could be favorable or unfavorable to the industry. Which of the major competitors has the strongest competitive advantage and ability to overcome the barriers presented by the current issues identified and why?
Part 2: Based on the first initial of your last name:
First initial MZ: provide an argument ‘FOR’ the success of the fastfood franchise's competitors. Submit your position by posting in the Unit 2 Debate forum, under the ‘FOR’ topic. First initial AL: provide an argument ‘AGAINST’ the ability of the competition to overtake fastfood franchise. Submit your position by posting in the Unit 2 Debate forum, under the ‘AGAINST’ topic.
In both considerations, provide research that supports your assertions.
Responses to Other Students: Review the opposing thread comments. Respond to at least two of your classmates in the opposing thread with at least a 100word reply about their Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening.
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Reference
Berger, S. (2015, June 30). Best restaurants in USA: ChickFilA trumps competition, McDonald's falls out of favor. Retrieved from the International Business Times Web site: http://www.ibtimes.com/bestrestaurantsusachickfiltrumpscompetitionmcdonaldsfallsoutfavor1990232
Reading Assignment
Review the “Competitive Advantage” tab in: Beyond the Book: http://careered.libguides.com/ctu/MGMT455
Assignment Objectives
Develop the capacity to think strategically about a company, its business model and position within the industry, and the attainment of a competitive advantage. Acquire skills in conducting strategy, developing strategic options, analyzing action alternatives, making strategic decisions, and effective policy and strategy implementation.
Other Information
There is no additional information to display at this time.
Legend
Extra Credit View Assignment Rubric
Assignment Overview
Type: Discussion Board Unit: Competitive Advantage Due Date: Tue, 1/23/18 Grading Type: Numeric Points Possible: 100 Points Earned: 0 Deliverable Length: 400–600 words
Go To:
Assignment Details Scenario Learning Materials Reading Assignment
My Work: Online Deliverables: Discussion Board
11:55 AM (CST)
Privacy Policy Terms of Use About Our Ads Contact Us © 2018 Colorado Technical University. All Rights Reserved. Authorized Users Only.
Unit 3 Discussion Board
Assignment Details Assignment Description
Primary Discussion Response is due by Friday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Tuesday (11:59:59pm Central).
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:
Part 1
Having experienced a robust debate discussion on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and trends (SWOTT) analysis and strategic planning for a particular fastfood franchise, it is time to shift gears a bit and consider the competition in the fastfood industry. Read this article to frame this week’s discussion. Complete the following:
Identify 1 or 2 other major competitors in the fastfood industry, and describe their sources of competitive advantage. Discuss a current issue that this industry faces. It could be favorable or unfavorable to the industry. Which of the major competitors has the strongest competitive advantage and ability to overcome the barriers presented by the current issues identified and why?
Part 2: Based on the first initial of your last name:
First initial MZ: provide an argument ‘FOR’ the success of the fastfood franchise's competitors. Submit your position by posting in the Unit 2 Debate forum, under the ‘FOR’ topic. First initial AL: provide an argument ‘AGAINST’ the ability of the competition to overtake fastfood franchise. Submit your position by posting in the Unit 2 Debate forum, under the ‘AGAINST’ topic.
In both considerations, provide research that supports your assertions.
Responses to Other Students: Review the opposing thread comments. Respond to at least two of your classmates in the opposing thread with at least a 100word reply about their Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening.
For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.
Reference
Berger, S. (2015, June 30). Best restaurants in USA: ChickFilA trumps competition, McDonald's falls out of favor. Retrieved from the International Business Times Web site: http://www.ibtimes.com/bestrestaurantsusachickfiltrumpscompetitionmcdonaldsfallsoutfavor1990232
Reading Assignment
Review the “Competitive Advantage” tab in: Beyond the Book: http://careered.libguides.com/ctu/MGMT455
Assignment Objectives
Develop the capacity to think strategically about a company, its business model and position within the industry, and the attainment of a competitive advantage. Acquire skills in conducting strategy, developing strategic options, analyzing action alternatives, making strategic decisions, and effective policy and strategy implementation.
Other Information
There is no additional information to display at this time.
Legend
Extra Credit View Assignment Rubric
Assignment Overview
Type: Discussion Board Unit: Competitive Advantage Due Date: Tue, 1/23/18 Grading Type: Numeric Points Possible: 100 Points Earned: 0 Deliverable Length: 400–600 words
Go To:
Assignment Details Scenario Learning Materials Reading Assignment
My Work: Online Deliverables: Discussion Board
