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(1).

Select one of the topics.   Locate, read, and prepare a brief synopsis (3-4 paragraphs) of an article dealing with your selected topic.  Your response must be well-thought out, prompt critical thinking and inspire dialogue.

 

• Disruptive technology and how disruptive technology impacts strategic planning
• Hypercompetition and how hypercompetition impact strategic planning

(2).

Write a paragraphy distinguishing between the following pairs of grand strategies:

• Horizontal and vertical integration
• Conglomerate and concentric diversification
• Product development and innovation
• Joint venture and strategic alliance