The General Macro Environment And Industry Attractiveness

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Increasing governmental support for cyber-security (opportunity) Kohl’s has benefited from political stability, which is a condition that allows firms to expand or diversify, but with an incoming change in the presidential administration, Kohl’s needs to be prepared to adjust to changes. Challenges or opportunities may come from changes in tax policies or trade agreements. Government support for e-commerce has also been an opportunity and since Kohl’s competes with a web presence alongside their brick-and-mortar stores, there are certainly opportunities for Kohl’s to exploit. Globalization is an opportunity and a challenge forShow MoreRelatedExternal Environment Of The Automobile Industry1165 Words   |  5 PagesThe external environment of an industry plays a major role in influencing the attractiveness of an industry. Mobileye is a competitor in the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) industry. 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