Data on the "competitiveness of nations" can be found
at www.imd.ch/wcy/ranking/. This website provides
a ranking on a 331 criteria for 59 countries. How
might Porter's diamond of national advantage help to
explain the rankings for some of these countries for
certain industries that interest you?
The Internet has lowered the entry barriers for smaller
firms that wish to diversify into international markets.
Why is this so? Provide an example.
Many firms fail when they enter into strategic alliances
with firms that link up with companies based
in other countries. What are some reasons for this failure?
Provide an example.
Many large U.S.–based management consulting companies
such as McKinsey and Company and the BCG
Group have been very successful in the international
marketplace. How can Porter's diamond explain their
success?
