STRATEGYOngoing practice

Competing Internationally Framework

Compete in international markets to escape maturity

Problem it solves

unclear strategic direction

Best for

Companies with strong international business capabilities and resources

Not ideal for

Companies with limited international business capabilities and resources

Overview

Why this framework exists

This framework involves competing in international markets to escape maturity and gain a competitive advantage. It can be a successful strategy in mature industries with limited growth opportunities.

Core principles

3 total
  1. Identify international markets with growth opportunities
  2. Develop and implement international business strategies to compete in international markets
  3. Continuously monitor and adjust international business strategies to ensure sustainability

Steps

2 steps
  1. Identify International Markets
    Analyze industry trends and market research to identify international markets with growth opportunities.
    Pro tipUse market research and industry reports to inform identification of international markets
    WarningBe cautious of biases in market research and industry reports
  2. Develop International Business Strategies
    Develop and implement international business strategies to compete in international markets.
    Pro tipUse international business strategies and competitive advantage strategies to compete in international markets
    WarningEnsure strategies align with company mission and values

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Examples

2 cases
Company X

Company X competed in international markets, resulting in increased growth and profitability.

OutcomeIncreased growth and profitability
Company Y

Company Y failed to compete in international markets, resulting in decreased growth and profitability.

OutcomeDecreased growth and profitability

Common mistakes

2 traps
Over-Expansion
Expanding too quickly or widely into international markets, leading to decreased sustainability
Lack of Adaptation
Failing to adapt international business strategies to local market conditions, leading to decreased competitiveness

Origin story

How this framework came to be

This framework is based on the concept of competing internationally, which involves expanding business operations to international markets to gain a competitive advantage.

Source

Traced to primary
Source · BOOK
Competitive Strategy
Michael E. Porter · 1980
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