Big profit margins, more than 2 core competencies, and more global distribution centers than key rivals
More distinctive competencies than core competencies, an above-average market share, national geographic coverage, and having more personnel assigned to customer service activities than close rivals
State-of-the-art manufacturing plants and/or equipment and/or distribution facilities; the cumulative learning and know-how of key personnel and work groups; cash and marketable securities; a strong balance sheet and credit rating; and a strong network of distributors and/or retail dealers
A large volume of unit sales, modern production plants, and a large number of newly-introduced products
More primary value chain activities than close rivals, more plants than any other company in the industry, and a bigger work force than key rivals
