The competitive advantage of a best-cost provider is:
A. having the best value chain in the industry.
B. its brand name reputation.
C. its capability to incorporate upscale or attractive attributes into its product offering at lower costs than rivals.
D. a distinctive competence in delivering top-notch quality and customer service.
E. a distinctive competence in supply chain management.
Answer: its capability to incorporate upscale or attractive attributes into its product offering at lower costs than rivals.