The Five Competitive Forces That Shape Strategy: How Rivalry, Power, And Substitutes Define Long-Term Strategic Success

THE FIVE COMPETITIVE FORCES THAT SHAPE STRATEGY

HOW RIVALRY, POWER, AND SUBSTITUTES DEFINE LONG-TERM STRATEGIC SUCCESS

WRITTEN BY: CAMBRIDGE REVIEW PUBLISHING

ABOUT THIS BOOK

This book has been crafted by integrating the insights and expertise of numerous renowned international specialists in the field. Rather than relying on a single or average source, it draws from a rich combination of premium, authoritative perspectives, ensuring that readers gain access to the highest quality knowledge available.

CONTENT:

The Five Competitive Forces Framework

Competition Beyond Direct Rivals

Industry Application: The Airline Industry

Industry Application: The Soft Drink Industry

Lessons From Decades Of Applying The Framework

Rivalry: Zero-Sum Vs. Positive-Sum Competition

Expanding The Profit Pool Vs. Fighting For Market Share

Getting Started With Industry Analysis

Defining Industry Boundaries And Dynamics

Using The Framework To Guide Strategy

Making Strategy Part Of Organizational Alignment

The Enduring Relevance Of The Five Forces

Innovation And The Five Forces

Globalization And Industry Structure

Sustainability And Competitive Advantage

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Release date

Ebook: September 25, 2025