2025
MNG3701 OCT/NOV EXAM
WRITE IN YOUR OWN
WORDS!!
FEND TUTORIALS
1/1/2025
, PART A — Question 1
1.1 Differentiate and give examples
Responsible competitiveness — competing to win while balancing economic, social
and environmental responsibilities (ethical sourcing, employee welfare, community
value, long-term sustainability).
Irresponsible competitiveness — pursuing short-term profit/market share at the
expense of people, community or the environment (exploitation, unsafe shortcuts,
greenwashing).
Three examples from the Checkers case that demonstrate responsible
competitiveness (each brief):
1. Sustainability investments: solar installations and energy-efficient refrigeration
to reduce environmental impact.
2. Money Market & financial inclusion: providing bill-pay, grants and basic
financial services in stores to increase convenience and inclusion for
communities.
3. Local private labels & partnerships for wellness: locally sourced premium
private labels and Discovery Vitality cashback for healthy food — supports local
suppliers and promotes healthier consumption.
1.2 Resource-based view: definitions and identification
Definitions:
Resources — the assets a firm owns or controls (tangible or intangible) that
enable value creation (e.g., stores, technology, brand).
Capabilities — the firm’s capacity to deploy and coordinate resources effectively
(processes, routines, know-how).
MNG3701 OCT/NOV EXAM
WRITE IN YOUR OWN
WORDS!!
FEND TUTORIALS
1/1/2025
, PART A — Question 1
1.1 Differentiate and give examples
Responsible competitiveness — competing to win while balancing economic, social
and environmental responsibilities (ethical sourcing, employee welfare, community
value, long-term sustainability).
Irresponsible competitiveness — pursuing short-term profit/market share at the
expense of people, community or the environment (exploitation, unsafe shortcuts,
greenwashing).
Three examples from the Checkers case that demonstrate responsible
competitiveness (each brief):
1. Sustainability investments: solar installations and energy-efficient refrigeration
to reduce environmental impact.
2. Money Market & financial inclusion: providing bill-pay, grants and basic
financial services in stores to increase convenience and inclusion for
communities.
3. Local private labels & partnerships for wellness: locally sourced premium
private labels and Discovery Vitality cashback for healthy food — supports local
suppliers and promotes healthier consumption.
1.2 Resource-based view: definitions and identification
Definitions:
Resources — the assets a firm owns or controls (tangible or intangible) that
enable value creation (e.g., stores, technology, brand).
Capabilities — the firm’s capacity to deploy and coordinate resources effectively
(processes, routines, know-how).
