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Resources for Understanding Industry-Specific Trends and Drivers in Consulting Cases

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Most recent answer on Feb 21, 2023

Hagen

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Hi there, I think this is an interesting question that may be relevant for many people. I would be happy to share my thoughts on it: First of all, please keep in mind that business knowledge is not assessed unless you a ... (read entire answer)

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Company demand vs. market demand

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Clara

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Clara

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Hello! I think it´s pretty simple! Just compair their maket share with: The market share from the top 20 biggest players n the industry The # of players in the industry´s long tail And that´s it, simple co ... (read entire answer)

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Where can I get documents or casebooks with Industry overview?

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Clara

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Clara

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gave the best answer on Apr 11, 2021

McKinsey | Awarded professor at Master in Management @ IE | MBA at MIT |+180 students coached | Integrated FIT Guide aut

Hello! Have a look into IVY LEAGUE case prep books, since they normally include some pages on industry overviews. Furthermore, in the PrepL shop there is a guide about the pharma industry, in case you are intereste ... (read entire answer)

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Deacresing Profits - Industry Trend

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Most recent answer on Jan 10, 2020

Sidi

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Sidi

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gave the best answer on Jan 10, 2020

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Hi! I feel I have to explain a couple of points here. Your approach corresponds to what is outlined in the usual case preparation books (mostly written by authors who have been very junior when they left consulting or ... (read entire answer)

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