1) Competitive dynamics are the actions and responses undertaken by competing firms.
2) A common stereotype is that players from collectivist societies are more
collaborative and trustworthy, and that those from individualist societies are more
competitive and opportunistic. What do you think the relation between
collectivism/individualism and opportunistic behavior is? How does the understanding
of collectivism/individualism help managers?
3) Elaborate on the triple As in supply chain management.
4) Articulate the benefits of offshoring.
5) Firms engage in explicit collusion when they indirectly coordinate actions by
signaling their intention to reduce output and maintain pricing above competitive levels.
6) Elaborate on the three prevalent views of globalization.
7) In the context of alliance formation, shared capabilities is one of the driving forces in
deciding whether to take a contract or an equity approach.
8) Why do firms prefer FDI to licensing?