Week 3 Discussion: Amazon Kindle Case

Week 3 Case Discussions: Amazon Kindle Case

Industry Analyst- (Job E) Discuss Porter’s five force model discussed in Chapter 2--relative to the industry of the company we are studying. . What are the Key Success Factors—product competencies, attributes, intangible assets, or competitive capabilities with the greatest impact on future success in the marketplace? Note:  In addition to looking at special attributes (features) and intangible assets (patents) examine the following capabilities: Technology (expertise in technology), Manufacturing related KSF (i.e. access to sufficient supply of skilled labor), Distribution related KSF (i.e. Strong Network of wholesalers or retailers), Skills and capabilities-(expertise in design or short time delivery capability such as FedEx).