Discuss how AirAsia achieves a cost advantage. Provide an in-depth analysis for AirAsia Construct and use a value chain to show
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- Complete this initial analysis and then read the discussion questions. Typically, you will already have the answers to the questions but with a broader consideration. At this point, you can add the details and/or analytical tools required to solve the case.
Case Study Questions:
- Discuss how AirAsia achieves a cost advantage. Provide an in-depth analysis for AirAsia Construct and use a value chain to show how AirAsia achieves its multiple cost advantages.
- Are AirAsia’s cost advantages imitable by other airlines? Why or why not?
- Can AirAsia effectively compete in long-haul air travel given the nature of its existing strategy and the nature of the cost advantages that underpin AirAsia’s existing strategy?
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