Analyze the De Beers case study and write a 2-page Executive Summary in which you respond to one of the topics listed below
Discuss the potential profitability within each of the stages in the diamond value chain. Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose to increase profitability? What evidence supports your solution(s)?
Describe the key mechanisms De Beers used to manage the value chain in the past. Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose to improve these management mechanisms? What evidence supports your solution(s)?
Analyze the most important new forces that limited De Beers' ability to control the value chain. Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose to increase control of the value chain? What evidence supports your solution(s)?
Discuss the role of governments in altering the industry structure. Include in your discussion the role of competition policy and antitrust agencies. Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose for De Beers in terms of growing amid government interventions? What evidence supports your solution(s)?
Evaluate the decision of De Beers to adopt its new strategy. Will the new role be better for De Beers? Will the new role be better for society? Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose De Beers follow to ensure profitability while implementing this new strategy? What evidence supports your solution(s)?
Is the diamond industry structure unique in the opportunities it offers for collusion and price maintenance? Hypothetically, what solution(s) would you propose for De Beers to grow within the diamond industry structure? What evidence supports your solution(s)?