When it is difficult or impossible to out-strategize rivals (beat them with a superior strategy),the other main avenue to competitive advantage is to
A) do a better job of empowering employees and flattening the organization structure.
B) outcompete them with a stronger corporate culture.
C) out execute them (beat them by performing certain value chain activities in superior fashion).
D) beat them with a healthy corporate culture based on such core values as high ethical standards, a strong sense of corporate social responsibility, and genuine concern for customer well-being.
E) institute a more motivating and cost-efficient compensation and reward system.

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When it is difficult or impossible to out-strategize rivals, the other main avenue to competitive advantage is to out execute them. This means performing certain value chain activities in a superior fashion, such as by reducing costs, improving quality, offering better service, or delivering products more quickly. While other options like empowering employees or having a strong corporate culture are important, they may not necessarily lead to a tangible competitive advantage if competitors are able to replicate those same practices.

When It Is Difficult or Impossible to Out-Strategize Rivals (Beat