The Value Chain

After you read this section, think about the role of the value chain in strategic management. How does the use of a value chain impact the distribution of goods in the marketplace? Also, consider the future of value chains as a strategy for business managers after the global pandemic of 2020.

Key Takeaway

  • The value chain provides a useful tool for managers to examine systematically where value may be added to their organizations. This tool is useful in that it examines key elements in the production of a good or service, as well as areas in which value may be added in support of those primary activities.