3.11. Apply the VRIO framework in the following settings will the actions described be a source of competitive disadvantage, parity, temporary advantage, or sustain competitive advantage? Explain your answers.
( a ) The Japanese automaker Suzuki announces a recall of a 100,000 vehicles in India, where its subsidiary enjoys leading market share.
( b ) SAP the enterprise resource planning software giant announces the acquisition of Fieldglass, the leading technology provider for procuring and managing temporary workforces for clients.
( c ) US Bancorp, one of the top five banks in the US, with over 3000 branches, announced the acquisition of local rival BankEast, which has 10 branches.
( d ) Caterpillar construction equipment manufacturer, patents a new mufiler for its machines' exhaust systems
( e ) GlaxoSmithKline, the pharmaceutical company, patents a new, potentially "blockbuster" drug for Alzheimer's disease.
( f ) Computer maker Lenovo plans to sponsor a Formula 1 car racing team.
( g ) Mobil announces a 5 cent drop in petrol prices across its network of petrol stations in New Zealand
( h )Accenture deploys a new skills inventory and training system that seeks to develop and deploy consulting resources to relevant client projects.
( i ) Deloitte announces a new incentive plan that allows not only partners but also a consultants to share in the profits of the firm.
( j ) Red BulL the energy drink company, launches a new, larger size packaging for its original product