Share something interesting you learned when writing about one of the organizations on our curated list. How does this information relate to the organization's overall strategy? What are your thoughts on their success (or lack of success) with strategic efforts?

Discuss the importance of conducting thorough market research and competitor analysis in the business planning process. How can businesses use this information to identify opportunities and mitigate risks?

Considering Home Care Agency you are "creating," what are it's strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities (SWOT)? What are your personal strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities in starting a company?

181. In a five-year study, researchers Nohria, Joyce and Roberson conducted in-depth analysis of 160 companies and more than 200 management tools and techniques, such as customer relationship management and use of an intranet. What were their findings? That is, according to the researchers, how would a company exploit its competitive advantage to achieve superior business performance? 182. What is a sales response function? 183. List the three phases of the strategic marketing process and the output report for each. 184. List the three steps of the planning phase of the strategic marketing process. Briefly describe what goes on during each of the three steps. 185. List and explain two types of marketing plans. Ans: Long-range marketing plans cover marketing activities from two to five years into the future. Such plans are often directed at top-level executives and the board of directors. 186. Describe Porter’s framework and the four resulting generic business strategies. 187.…