Discussion 1: Nucor Corporation Using your text book, the AUO library and the Internet, research Nucor Corporation. Discuss the following in 2-3 paragraphs: oWhat is the primary competitive forces impacting U.S. steel producers? oDo you believe these competitive forces negatively or positively impact the steel industrys competitive structure? Why or why not? oDoes Nucors current strategy allow the organization to gain or maintain a sustainable competitive advantage? How? Discussion 2: PepsiCo Using your text book, the AUO library and the Internet, research PepsiCo. What is your assessment of the competitive strength of PepsiCos different business units? Does PepsiCos portfolio demonstrate good strategic fit? What opportunities for skills transfer, cost sharing, and brand sharing does PepsiCo have?
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