(1) What are resources & capabilities? Why are capabilities at the heart of an organization’s ability to achieve results? Why are capabilities also an integral part of strategic planning and execution?
(2) What is a strategic vision? Why is it important to communicate a strategic vision? How can organizations keep focused on their long-term strategic vision?
(3) In the context of a PESTEL analysis, what are some of the current macroenvironment risks to the U.S. economy? What can executives do to better manage these current risks?
(4) What is sustainable competitive advantage? What are the tests for sustainable competitive advantage? Is a competitive advantage sustainable in today’s business environment? What would be another approach for creating a competitive advantage?