How does strategic analysis at the corporate level differ from strategic analysis at the business unit level? How are they related? Provide a conceptual or real example of a corporate-level strategy and a business-level strategy
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Strategic analysis at the business level- the business level strategy is comprised of business and corporate managers. It deals with specific business units to gain competitive advantage. SWOT analysis, USP analysis used to strengthen the business competitive position by addressing opportunities and threats. Business level strategies are developed by middle level business unit managers and upper level managers.
Example of business level strategies- acquiring economic sources at lower costs than other companies, effective production resources, unique goods by other companies.
Example of corporate level strategy – Apple, American airlines