Strategy Formulation
1. In a narrative format, discuss FedEx from a strategic perspective. Information concerning recent changes in the firms is readily available online and should be accessed. Strategic issues should be discussed in “real time”.
2. How has Fedex managed to maintain technical (I.e., reliability, service, package tracking, etc.) in its industry? Can FedEx co to use to do so I. The future? Why or why not?
3. Give examples of two prominent crises FedEx could face in the future. What steps should the company take to prepare for these crises?
4. Suppose you are a CEO of a start up firm in the package delivery industry. You have plenty of capital to work with, but little infrastructure and no management team in place. What strategy would you pursue and why?