Take a moment to examine a few organizations in different industries. Such as Best-Buy, Walmart, Sam's Club, Ross Dress For Less, and JCPenny. This can be done on your drive to work or school as you pass businesses that meet the needs of the consumer in different ways and for different reasons with the same purpose; to be and remain competitive in order to achieve profitability. However, this is not as easily accomplished as there a many components necessary for success. Points To Consider: In 200-230 WO***DS,What are the skills needed by upper management to remain competitive? What are the steps of strategic implementation and What is the organization's current standing among its competition. Are there advantages and disadvantages of a chosen strategy?