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Business strategy examples

IBM Services

Broad cost leadership strategy example: Walmart When Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart, started his retail career in the 1940s, he had a simple idea: To find less expensive suppliers than those who served his competition and pass those savings on to the customers in his variety stores. Live Better.”

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Why Setting Up a Global Capability Center is the Key to Success

Zinnov

Companies risk falling behind without bringing in diverse perspectives. Companies focusing only on local markets often adopt a single cultural viewpoint, leading to blindspots and groupthink. By placing centers in strategic talent hubs abroad, companies can significantly reduce labor costs without sacrificing quality.