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Porter's Five Forces

Porter's Five Forces is a framework to analyze the competitive dynamics and attractiveness of an industry or market. It helps organizations assess the competitive landscape and potential risks when selecting suppliers or sourcing goods and services. The five forces are: Supplier power, buyer power, threat of substitutes, threat of new entrants and industry rivalry.

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