Value chain analysis and benchmarking in comparison to that of rivals:
A. is one of the most useful ways a company can uncover and strengthen competitive advantages.
B. allows a company to drive the impact of the five competitive forces.
C. is one of the best ways for a company to avoid being impacted by the industry's driving forces.
D. allows a company to move into a higher strategic group.
E. helps neutralize external threats to a company's future business prospects.
Answer: is one of the most useful ways a company can uncover and strengthen competitive advantages.