1. Consider the positioning school- Strategy formation as an analytical process. Complete a Five Forces examination for F. X. Pounds. Which of Porter's Four Generic Strategies must apply to F. X. Pounds? Remember to consider how the tools as well as strategies relate to one another.
2. Consider the entrepreneurial school- Strategy formation as a visionary process. How must Pam proceed as a visionary leader given the fragmented structure of the shareholders?
3. Explain how does the organization deal with risk? Explain how does it deal with uncertainty?
4. Explain what is the market structure of the industry? Explain how does the market structure help to define potential strategic options?