Discussion Questions for the Case – Deepal: Pursuing Market Opportunities Amid
Slowing Demand Growth
1. Assess the attractiveness of the New Energy Vehicles (NEV) industry in China and
determine its attractiveness.
2. What role is played by the complementors in the NEV industry?
3. Has Deepal got a competitive advantage in the Chinese NEV industry?
4. Bowman’s Strategy Clock helps organizations develop strategic positions based on
the Price of the product/service and Perceived benefits of the product/service. The
different strategic positions that can be achieved are presented in the following
figures. Please have a look at them and discuss Deepal's strategic position. Do you
suggest any changes in their strategic position?
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5. Based on a SWOT matrix analysis, please identify the strategic options for Deepal to
sustain their competitive advantage in the NEV industry and achieve their strategic
objectives.